
Smart load carriers: making logistics transparent
Load carriers and transport packaging are becoming more intelligent. They are evolving from pure transport containers to cyber-physical objects that communicate with higher-level IT systems.
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Load carriers and transport packaging are becoming more intelligent. They are evolving from pure transport containers to cyber-physical objects that communicate with higher-level IT systems.

Reusable IBC from Schoeller Allibert
Schoeller Allibert has developed the new ChemiFlow especially for transporting liquids. The intermediate bulk container holds up to 1,000 liters, is stable and sustainable.

Auer now ships selected products from its own online store within one day. A third production hall enables faster processes.
Mechtop in the north of Switzerland builds special machines and systems. Solid Edge and Tecnomatix from Siemens help to design and maintain sophisticated conveyor systems.
With the launch of the Netilion Inventory cloud service, users of the Micropilot FWR30 level sensor receive additional functions specifically for warehouse applications. These enable inventory control, evaluation of stock levels and demand planning.
The start-up Box has developed a new concept for transport boxes. The box is a modular system kit that can withstand high loads even when shipping under extreme conditions and protects against damage in transit.

APS now offers a complete solution for feeding, counting, checking, sorting and packing components in order to eliminate excess or short quantities and faulty small parts when packing small parts.

Hovmand is expanding its range of lifting equipment. A bucket lifter with a manual tilting unit supports the special handling of buckets and small drums, while a mobile canister filling aid makes it easier to transport and decant canisters.

Schmalz presents the SBPG bin-picker for the complex task of automated bin picking. It comes ready for connection and vacuum generation is already integrated.
Item has expanded its Lean Production modular system: New additions include the release unit D30 bolt T2, the flange D30-90x90-80 and the slide rail D30 with guide rail H13.