New thinking in online fulfilment order picking that combines long established warehouse ‘wave’ picking techniques with state-of-the-art sorting robots is delivering eye-catching improvements in picking rates, says Frazer Watson, Global Vice President of Rainbow Dynamics
ZeroMission, the leading provider of commercial EV fleet management software, has appointed Brenda Shanahan as Director of Sales Europe. In her new position, she will be responsible for commercial growth in the region and creating a high-performing sales team to support the company’s ongoing expansion in the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe.
RackBot, the latest innovation in automated intralogistics technology from Lancashire-based Rainbow Dynamics, is described by the company as representing a paradigm shift in goods-to-person automated order picking.
Queclink Wireless Solutions has introduced a solar-powered asset tracker that has been specifically developed for cross-border road and intermodal transport operations, addressing the evolving needs of the international freight marketplace. The cutting-edge device – suitable for non-powered trailers and containers – can operate autonomously for up to 10 years without manual recharging.
EV commercial fleet software specialist ZeroMission has strengthened its senior executive team with the appointment of Alan Crowley as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). He will be responsible for leading technology innovation within the business, using the latest advances in AI, machine learning and data analytics to help shape the future of electric mobility and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) fleet management.
Rushlift, the national full-service provider of materials handling equipment (MHE), has won the UK Material Handling Association’s prestigious Dealer Member of The Year Award at the Archies 2024, an industry accolade that recognises Rushlift’s commitment to excellence in service, innovation and customer satisfaction.Â
For companies that need to increase storage space and optimise their use of manpower, Toyota Material Handling Europe now offers Swarm Automation Storage – a complete automated solution based on the combination of three proven components.  The concept offers aisle-free storage density, up to 80% denser than selective racking, at a much lower cost compared to alternative high-density solutions, and the flexibility to fit into existing available space, with optional scalability if more storage or higher throughput are required.
3Dtracking has teamed up with Queclink Wireless Solutions to develop an all-in-one solution that brings together fleet and video telematics. The global telematics platform provider has integrated Queclink’s CV200 smart dashcam with its cloud-based software to provide a vehicle camera system with CAN bus connectivity that delivers advanced video capture, driver monitoring and tracking features.
A fleet of 20 terminal tractors has been fitted with an advanced multi-camera system to mitigate risk and improve safety at Rosslare Europort, the primary Irish port serving mainland Europe. Port operator, Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail, has teamed up with Camera Telematics to develop and roll-out the camera solution as part of a major IT project to create an integrated smart port system.
Perennial Freight, a leading Irish road transport specialist with daily services to the UK and mainland Europe, has adopted a sophisticated multi-camera system to support driver welfare, reduce insurance costs and operate responsibly. The company has teamed up with Camera Telematics to roll out the technology solution across 85 HGVs that operate from three locations in the Republic of Ireland.
