Optimization through multi-order picking
Order picking. In order to remain competitive, logistics service providers and retailers have switched to automated order picking in their warehouses with pick-to-cart, pick-to-light or voice picking.
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Order picking. In order to remain competitive, logistics service providers and retailers have switched to automated order picking in their warehouses with pick-to-cart, pick-to-light or voice picking.
Suitable gripping systems. Gripping, moving, depositing - all this is unthinkable in automated processes without the right gripper. Vacuum specialist Schmalz therefore develops flexible systems and supports users in the selection and configuration of components.

Lapp has successfully concluded the 2018/2019 financial year. The specialist for integrated solutions in cable and connection technology increased its turnover by six percent to 1,222 million euros. The number of employees rose by 9.5 percent to 4,650.

March 15 is Back Health Day. Torwegge is therefore once again drawing attention to the topic of ergonomics in the workplace. In Germany, and particularly among production workers, back pain is one of the most common causes of sickness-related absences.
Precision tools in digital production
Precision tools play a key role in digital production. Precise integration into production processes and the targeted processing of tool data are the basis for future-proof Industry 4.0 solutions.

UniCarriers and Mitsubishi Caterpillar...
Mitsubishi Logisnext Europe (MLE), the holding company of UniCarriers Europe and Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift, has announced the integration of its European companies into the group.

With advancing digitalization and networking, voice control is also opening up potential for optimization in production and logistics. The joint project "Smart Speaker", which has now been launched, aims to tap into this potential for SMEs in the mechanical and plant engineering sector.
E-mobility in logistics and facility services
At LogiMAT, Kuka will be presenting the Carla_connect loading assistant, a floor cleaning robot and Swisslog with its software platform for warehouse management at the logistics trade fair.

The Trapo Loading System (TLS) is a fully automated logistics solution for loading and unloading trucks and containers with pallets. With this solution, which can be seen at Logimat, the company aims to close the gap between the warehouse and the loading ramp.
Misumi and SMC will also be cooperating in Europe in future. As a manufacturer and supplier of machine components, Misumi now offers the automation technology expert's products here.