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How to Leverage Returnable Packaging Systems for Automotive OEM Logistics

posted on :September 16, 2021

Categories : Shipping Containers

Studies show reusable packaging can help businesses save up to 90% on their packaging costs. Not only can these containers help you save money in the automotive industry, but they are also better for the environment. They create less waste by not using precious materials. Your team won’t have to worry about breaking down boxes or throwing away several pounds of trash at the end of the day. If...

Steel Shipping Best Practices: Shipping Steel Equipment, Materials and Logistics

posted on :September 9, 2021

Categories : Shipping Containers

Steel is among the heaviest materials on the planet. Manufacturers and fabricators should consider a wide range of options when shipping their products to make sure these items arrive at their destination on time and intact. Steel can take many forms, from large sheets, thin rods and joints to tiny screws and bolts. Choosing the right shipping method all depends on where and how far the shipment i...

Warehouse Logistics: How to Improve It, Its Benefits and What You’ll Need

posted on :August 25, 2021

Categories : Sustainability

Warehouses have become the backbone of the global economy. They move and store almost every kind of product on the planet, making sure these items arrive at their destination on time and unharmed. But running a warehouse is anything but easy. Studies show storage and distribution facilities are getting larger and more complex every year as companies look to automate certain aspects of the supply c...

How to Ensure Short Lead Time in Your Automotive Warehouse

posted on :August 9, 2021

Categories : Sustainability

Source: Jenson/Shutterstock.com Shortening your lead team is a noble goal, but it’s often easier said than done. Automotive suppliers and manufacturers face challenges on a variety of fronts when fulfilling orders and delivering products to their customers. The modern vehicle is made up of tens of thousands of different parts, including computers, sensors and other complex devices, and some ca...

Is Voice Picking Essential in Your Automotive Warehouse? Examine These Benefits

posted on :August 6, 2021

Categories : Sustainability

Source: PR Image Factory/Shutterstock.com If you’re considering using voice picking to increase efficiency at your automotive warehouse, you’re not alone. A surprising number of companies are adopting this technology to make things easier for their employees. The global market for voice picking software and related products was valued at 1.19 billion in 2018 and is expected to grow at an ann...

Evaluating the Different Types of Logistics for Steel Fabrication

posted on :August 1, 2021

Categories : Sustainability

Source: flywish/Shutterstock.com Logistics for steel fabrication can be an involved process. Experts say the process usually costs three times the cost of the steel itself. You can choose to manufacture the steel yourself or hire a third-party to fabricate components based on your exact specifications. Learn about the different logistics that go into steel fabrication. What Is Logistics for Ste...

AS/RS Warehouse Explained: One Step Closer to Full Warehouse Autonomy

posted on :July 28, 2021

Categories : Sustainability

Source: Juice Flair/Shutterstock.com Warehousing companies are looking for new ways to manage and store their goods as the industry continues to automate key aspects of the supply chain. This has led to the rise of what’s known as an automatic storage and retrieval system (AS/RS). It’s a type of warehouse where machines retrieve items from the shelves and bring them to ground level, so worke...

What Is a Pick and Place Robot? Picking the Best Option for Your Warehouse

posted on :July 22, 2021

Categories : Industrial Racks , Storage

Why move something by hand when a robot can do it? That’s the beauty of pick and place robots, the secret to success for any warehouse. The global market for these machines is expected to reach $3,582 million USD in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.39 percent from 2020-2025, thanks in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic. The coronavirus upended the global supply chain i...

Zone Picking Explained and How to Implement in Your Warehouse

posted on :July 9, 2021

Categories : Storage

Source: Champiofoto/Shutterstock.com If you want to increase efficiency and picking times, consider creating a zone picking system. It’s the best way to keep your employees on task and your inventory moving when dealing with lots of different SKUs at once. If you’re new to this term, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about zone picking and how to implement it at your facil...

Wave Picking vs. Batch Picking: Comparing the Two for Your Distribution Center

posted on :July 2, 2021

Categories : Sustainability

Source: Pressmaster/Shutterstock.com Order picking accounts for around 50 percent of a warehouse’s labor costs. That’s a lot of time and effort devoted to something as simple as retrieving a product from the shelf. But product picking doesn’t have to be so time-consuming. If you’re having trouble keeping your workers on task and getting products out the door as fast as possible, learn ab...

The Ideal Warehouse Layout Design for the Automotive Industry

posted on :July 1, 2021

Categories : Bulk Containers , Storage

Every warehouse is different, but the challenges are often the same. Companies in the automotive industry are increasingly looking for ways to speed up the manufacturing process and reduce costs. Most facilities are made up of hundreds of thousands of moving parts and keeping everything straight can be a challenge for players large and small. There’s more than one way to run a highly effici...

Picking the Best Warehouse Picking Carts for Those in OEM

posted on :June 26, 2021

Categories : Carts

Source: Mike Laptev/Shutterstock.com If you need a new warehouse picking cart for your OEM warehouse, you’ve come to the right place. These carts come in a range of different sizes and styles, including electric carts and simple racks with wheels. They make it easy for your team to transport and collect items when picking orders or restocking inventory. Making the right choice for your busines...

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