At a recent conference, supply chain software providers Manhattan Associates offered a new solution to warehouse automation systems.
Chris Cunnane of Manhattan Associates spoke at the company’s 2018 Momentum conference about how his new software is changing the rules of warehouse logistics.
There are several processes common to many warehouses. Sometimes a large number of items need to be packed on pallets ready to be shipped to a client. At the same time, there may be demand for online ...
Following an enquiry which stated that the fire cladding was not up to scratch, the manufacturers have said that the fire cladding was not the sole reason for the disaster at the building.
Furthermore, they also blamed the windows for not protecting residents. Previous evidence heard by the enquiry has also put blame on the ‘stay-put’ fire procedure. Whatever the eventual conclusions and recommendations of the enquiry, the proceedings have illustrated that fire safety should not be down to o...
Manchester Airport is set to undergo a huge transformation to its terminal facilities and its plans include an extensive mezzanine floor.
The aim of the refurbishment is to be able to handle more passengers and cut waiting times for security checks. The project is centred on terminal two (T2) which will be 150% bigger than its present size. The extra space is mainly being achieved by the installation of a new mezzanine floor which will also add 50% more seating for passengers. The new passen...
For visually impaired people, the colours used in a building can make a big difference in terms of accessibility.
To comply with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) of 2005, buildings need to be made accessible to people with disabilities. These include providing for access for wheelchair users and disabled toilets.
Many visually impaired people have some sight and typically can distinguish colours. Research at Reading University found that over 80% of visually impaired people can ma...
Manual labourers that are physically active all day could have an increased risk of dying early.
Researchers at the UV University Medical Centre in Amsterdam have found that whilst exercise is good for people, occupations that involve a lot of manual labour could increase early mortality in men by as much as 18%. The findings were published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine and based on 17 studies from between 1960 and 2010 that involved around 200,000 people.
The researchers fou...
All buildings used for commercial purposes must have fire safety signs. Many employees take these signs for granted and rarely stop to consider what safety signs are for. They can save lives.
The first reason for fire safety signs is to prevent fires starting in the first place. They warn of fire hazards and inflammable materials that need careful handling.
If a fire breaks out, workers and any member of the public on the premises need to vacate the building quickly. Signs direct people ...
Most businesses believe that digitisation is the way to improve the efficiency of picking, packing and dispatching processes. There are many vendors offering to provide a complete digital solution. It is difficult for warehouse owners to know which system is best, so try starting small.
Before deciding, a business needs to ask what problems the technology needs to solve then find a solution for this. If a standard product is not available, go for a bespoke solution.
Ask a developer to cr...
A new report from Reveal looked at safety issues in Tesla’s electric car factory in Fremont. It accused the company of under-reporting workplace injuries, under-training employees on workplace safety and removing safety signs. The report also claimed that warnings from workers about safety issues were frequently ignored by management.
The bizarre reason that the report cites for the removal of safety signs and markings is because many of them were yellow, and Tesla owner Elon Musk does not l...
All businesses need to comply with fire safety regulations. To do so, they install fire alarms, safety signs and clearly marked fire exit routes to ensure the quick evacuation of the building. Since the passing of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) of 2004, fire safety measures must also include accommodating people with disabilities.
Employees need to be trained in assisting disabled people to evacuate the building. Sufficient numbers need to be trained so that there is at least one pe...
Businesses that receive online orders are finding that customers are demanding quicker delivery times.
A recent survey found that 59% of retailers said that meeting customer delivery expectations was their biggest challenge. Customers want next day and tracked deliveries. Furthermore, nearly half of online retailers say that increased automation is the solution to increase the speed at which goods can be picked and dispatched.
Well organised warehouse shelving and material handling equip...
