Dan M When the $5.25 billion expansion of the Panama Canal is completed in 2015, it will allow ports up and down the East Coast to accommodate super-sized container ships known as “Panamax” vessels. These ships can carry nearly triple the capacity of traditional cargo ships, but require deeper trenches and upgraded port facilities. As a result, … Read more
Seegrid Corp., the Pittsburgh-based manufacturer of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and other robotic industrial trucks, announced in a news release that its GT10 tow tractor robot truck has been named as a finalist for the 2014 Edison Award. The distinguished award is named for Thomas A. Edison and recognizes products that reflect the innovation, creativity … Read more
The Warehousing Education and Research Council will hold its annual conference and exposition April 27 to 30 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The 37th annual meeting of the Oak Brook, Illinois, based association for logistics professionals will feature exhibitions, seminars, networking opportunities and other events for warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, logistics, transportation and handling equipment professionals.
This week on the Bahrns blog: Want to make a big splash during your next presentation? We’ll explain what you need to do — and the tools you’ll need to use — to make your next presentation your best ever! Workers in Panama are putting the finishing touches on the Panama Canal’s biggest makeover in … Read more
Whether you are addressing your investors, making a motivational presentation to your employees, or simply sharing information during weekly management meetings, knowing how to give a good presentation can help you get your message across more clearly and powerfully. When speaking in front of a group of people, making a good first impression is important. … Read more
In the latest sign that the national economy is improving, the National Retail Federation this month predicted that consumer spending will rise by more than 4% this year. That’s significant because consumer spending — which means people buying the products and services they need — is the driving force behind the US economy, representing about … Read more
The use of domestic containers has outperformed other modes of transport during 2013, increasing 9.3%, while overall intermodal transport grew 4.6% during the past year, according to statistics released by the Intermodal Association of North America. International intermodal transport also showed growth, expanding 2.3% during 2013. Of the seven largest corridors within the US, the … Read more
The US Postal Service continues to lose money, posting a $354 million loss over the past three months, according to Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe. While still steep, those losses don’t compare to the $1.3 billion the agency lost during the same quarter the previous year. In an effort to stop the bleeding, the cost of … Read more
Fatigue, stress and injury are the enemy of any efficient and profitable operation. When these increase, the result is often lost productivity and increased employee turnover, both of which affect the bottom line. That’s why many manufacturing and warehousing management teams are now looking to improved ergonomics to relieve stress and increase comfort for workers. … Read more
A new white paper examines the growing overlap between Warehouse Management Systems and execution software. “Warehouse Execution Software Breathes New Life Into DC Operations” was sponsored by Forte, the manufacturer of warehouse management software. The white paper looks at how next-generation modular software platforms can lower upgrade costs, integrate with existing software, and provide a … Read more
