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Michell I7000 Hygrosmart Relative Humidity and Temperature sensor

04 February, 2015

The Michell I7000 Hygrosmart Relative Humidity and Temperature sensor claims to provide highly reliable and accurate measurements of the key parameters for ensuring food is kept fresh and in good condition.


Fluidall Wall-Stacker stackable fluid storage tanks

22 January, 2015

The Wall-Stacker range enables bulk fluid storage in constrained locations. With a small system footprint of 19″ x 36″, the user can store and dispense multiple oils, chemicals and industrial fluids in a clean, safe and efficient stackable poly tank configuration.


Mould-fighting yeast revolutionary for grain producers

17 December, 2014

An accidental discovery by Swedish researchers could revolutionise the storage of grain in tropical environments.


Preparation creates profit in grain storage

25 November, 2014

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has issued advice for grain growers preparing to store grain on-farm from this year's harvest in the hope of cashing in on higher prices in the future.


Taylor-Dunn Bigfoot burden carrier

16 October, 2014

The Taylor-Dunn Bigfoot burden carrier, available from Warequip, has been designed to give the operator a better ergonomically designed seating area, which increases comfort and performance.


Norgren Hydra-D desiccant air dryers

30 September, 2014

Norgren has introduced the Hydra-D range of high-purity desiccant air dryers. The dryers use the pressure swing absorption principle to efficiently dry compressed air, minimising the risk of water contamination.


Mobile equipment transfer trial goes live

29 September, 2014

CHEP Australia has announced a mobile equipment transfer trial. The technology used in the trial will enable customers to transfer equipment accountability at the same time that merchandise passes through their receipt and dispatch docks.


Tracking fresh produce to maximise shelf life

09 September, 2014

Researchers have turned the traditional 'first in, first out' approach to fresh produce distribution on its head, suggesting that a 'first expired, first out' approach would be more suitable when dealing with delicate fruits and vegetables like strawberries.


Yearsley Logistics creates frozen food 'Super Hub' in UK with £20m expansion

13 August, 2014

Yearsley Logistics, the UK's largest distributor of frozen foods, is expanding its cold store facilities to create a northern 'Super Hub', where stock will be consolidated for more efficient delivery into major retailers and food service organisations.


The four mistakes businesses make when expanding

06 June, 2014

The transition from a small to a larger business is not simply a matter of producing more; it poses many challenges and requires a long-term growth strategy. Finance, storage, distribution and staffing are just some of the key barriers to expansion.


MTI Qualos insulated traffic doors

20 May, 2014

MTI Qualos introduces its commercial and industrial insulated traffic doors. The rugged doors operate smoothly, require little maintenance and are built to survive in even tough applications, ie, supermarkets, hospitals, restaurants, laboratories and coolrooms.


Voice-operated picking system delivers results

19 May, 2014

Schweppes Australia changed its paper-based picking system over to a voice-operated system in its Archerfield distribution centre. The new system has improved efficiency, accuracy and worker safety.


Inecom AccellosOne WMS version 6.5

21 March, 2014

Inecom’s AccellosOne Warehouse Management System (WMS) version 6.5 workflow technology enables end users to modify WMS functionality without source code modifications or proprietary scripting languages.


Dexion high-density satellite pallet storage system

14 March, 2014

Dexion's high-density satellite pallet storage solution is suitable for businesses requiring high-density storage of multiple pallets. The solution optimises storage against available volume by leveraging available depth space.


Dexion Clearspan Heavy Duty Cantilever for storing extra-long items

20 February, 2014

Dexion's Clearspan Heavy Duty Cantilever has been designed to support items that are heavy, long and cumbersome to store. It enables fast and direct retrieval of stored products. It is designed to accommodate items that cannot be palletised.


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