Topic: Warehouse

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Dock overhaul secures employees, trailers and productivity

August 1, 2014 · Automatic vehicle restraint, dock leveler and comprehensive communication system replace manual processes at the dock.

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RIA to host International Collaborative Robots Workshop

June 18, 2014 · Event in Silicon Valley, September 30, 2014, to feature prominent guest speakers from academics, suppliers and industry leaders.

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Opportunities at the dock

June 1, 2014 · Incremental changes and simple maintenance can ensure the productivity and safety of operations at the dock.

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Universal Robots to significantly expand production capacity

May 2, 2014 · Opening of new headquarters marks a sevenfold increase of company premises.

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Robotics: Adding degrees of freedom

May 1, 2014 · Whether upstream, downstream or elbow-to-elbow, robots and humans are working together to overcome challenges in warehouses and distribution centers.

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Perfect Pick® Automated Goods-to-Person System

March 20, 2014 · Perfect Pick is an automated goods-to-person delivery solution that utilizes intelligent iBOTs. It enables pickers to be much more efficient because product is delivered directly to them. -- Jeff Hedges, President, OPEX Material Handling

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Day two at Modex

March 19, 2014 ·

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Axium’s load palletizer uses two synchronized robot arms to build mixed pallet loads

March 18, 2014 · To build mixed pallet loads from an unlimited number of stock keeping units (SKUs), Axium's (Booth 4823) load palletizer uses an exclusive algorithm, a vision-assisted product orientor, two synchronized robot arms and an automatically adjusting end-of-arm tool.

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Rite-Hite displays full line of dock products including lights, shelters and doors

March 18, 2014 · Rite-Hite (Booth 1331) is showcasing three product lines this year: the Flex Neck LED dock light, the Eclipse shelter and the LiteSpeed high performance door.

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Light-based communication system improves safety and efficiency at the dock

February 1, 2014 · Vehicle restraint system communicates to lift truck operators as they enter or exit a trailer.

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Modular enclosure keeps the loading dock in its place

June 1, 2013 · Sliding curtain walls provide temperature control for warehouse and workers.

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Big Picture: Little things that make a big difference in your operation

March 1, 2013 · Automation is transforming distribution centers. But don’t overlook the little things that can have a big impact on your performance.

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Dock equipment: Clear sign of safety

December 1, 2012 · New trailer restraint and light communications system improves productivity in grocery warehouse.

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