Trailer Fan Adds Comfort to Manual Load/Unload

When loading and unloading trailers manually, temperature conditions inside the trailer can quickly get worse, thus reducing the concentration and efficiency of workers considerably.

Rite-Hite’s CoolMan trailer fan is specifically designed for manual parcel loading and unloading applications to provide effective air conditioning in the work area.

The fan swivels on a unique bracket to service two loading dock openings. Thanks to the practical T-Style handle, the CoolMan can easily be adjusted vertically or horizontally and quickly be pushed aside for full access to forklift traffic. The pivoting motion allows for perfect positioning and directional air flow. Three levels of air flow can be adjusted. By sucking in warm or cool air, the temperature inside the trailer adapts to the ambient temperature inside the plant.

Energy can be saved by setting a variable auto-off timer up to 180 minutes. Additionally, the CoolMan can be equipped with LED loading dock lights providing effective lighting of the trailer and increasing safety in the loading zone. An optional motion detector senses when a forklift or person is leaving the trailer and the intensity of the lighting will automatically be reduced to 25%. After 30 minutes of inactivity, the light output will be reduced to the lowest setting.

Trailer Fan Adds Comfort to Manual Load/Unload

When loading and unloading trailers manually, temperature conditions inside the trailer can quickly get worse, thus reducing the concentration and efficiency of workers considerably.

Rite-Hite’s CoolMan trailer fan is specifically designed for manual parcel loading and unloading applications to provide effective air conditioning in the work area.

The fan swivels on a unique bracket to service two loading dock openings. Thanks to the practical T-Style handle, the CoolMan can easily be adjusted vertically or horizontally and quickly be pushed aside for full access to forklift traffic. The pivoting motion allows for perfect positioning and directional air flow. Three levels of air flow can be adjusted. By sucking in warm or cool air, the temperature inside the trailer adapts to the ambient temperature inside the plant.

Energy can be saved by setting a variable auto-off timer up to 180 minutes. Additionally, the CoolMan can be equipped with LED loading dock lights providing effective lighting of the trailer and increasing safety in the loading zone. An optional motion detector senses when a forklift or person is leaving the trailer and the intensity of the lighting will automatically be reduced to 25%. After 30 minutes of inactivity, the light output will be reduced to the lowest setting.

Palletways Hungary Celebrates First Anniversary

Palletways Hungary, part of Europe’s largest and fastest growing express palletised freight network, is celebrating its first anniversary with record volumes and a rapidly growing membership base.

The network, which started with eleven members from across the country, transported around 100 pallets a day in its first month of operation. Over the past 12 months this figure has risen significantly, with more than 500 pallets now moved on a daily basis.

Further underlining its exponential growth, Palletways Hungary reached a significant milestone last month, shipping a total of 50,000 pallets since its initial launch.

With the main hub in the western suburbs of Budapest, Palletways Hungary currently has a total of 16 members servicing routes across the country, with the most recent addition being Ekol Logistics located in south of the capital.

Customers in the UK and in Hungary have access to a full range of domestic and international services including: a domestic next-day Premium service across Hungary, an Economy service and morning deliveries. All of these services are provided with Palletways’ Track and Trace technology.

Luis Zubialde, Chief Executive Officer of Palletways Group said: “It underlines a period of extensive development for the Palletways Group, with the additional announcement of a new operating area in three Nordic countries last autumn.”

Palletways Hungary Celebrates First Anniversary

Palletways Hungary, part of Europe’s largest and fastest growing express palletised freight network, is celebrating its first anniversary with record volumes and a rapidly growing membership base.

The network, which started with eleven members from across the country, transported around 100 pallets a day in its first month of operation. Over the past 12 months this figure has risen significantly, with more than 500 pallets now moved on a daily basis.

Further underlining its exponential growth, Palletways Hungary reached a significant milestone last month, shipping a total of 50,000 pallets since its initial launch.

With the main hub in the western suburbs of Budapest, Palletways Hungary currently has a total of 16 members servicing routes across the country, with the most recent addition being Ekol Logistics located in south of the capital.

Customers in the UK and in Hungary have access to a full range of domestic and international services including: a domestic next-day Premium service across Hungary, an Economy service and morning deliveries. All of these services are provided with Palletways’ Track and Trace technology.

Luis Zubialde, Chief Executive Officer of Palletways Group said: “It underlines a period of extensive development for the Palletways Group, with the additional announcement of a new operating area in three Nordic countries last autumn.”

More Firms on an ‘Intelligent’ Path, says Survey

Zebra Technologies’ “Intelligent Enterprise Index” indicates a record 61 percent of enterprises worldwide are on the path to becoming “intelligent,” compared to only 49 percent in 2018.

This global survey analyzes the extent to which companies connect the physical and digital worlds to drive innovation through real-time guidance, data-powered environments and collaborative mobile workflows. Their “Intelligent Enterprise” Index scores are calculated using 11 criteria that include Internet of Things (IoT) vision, adoption, data management, intelligent analysis and more.

Based on these criteria and driven by an overwhelming pressure to improve the customer experience, retail organizations have gained the most momentum in the last 12 months, graduating from the bottom of the 2018 vertical Index rankings to nearly the top of the 2019 list, second only to Healthcare.

The number of companies defined as truly “intelligent enterprises” by achieving a score of 75 points or greater on the Index has also risen year over year. Seventeen (17) percent of organizations with at least 250 employees crossed this threshold in 2019 versus only eleven percent in 2018. Interestingly, 37 percent of surveyed small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with 50-249 employees scored 75 points or greater on the Index, indicating SMBs with an IoT vision are in many cases more “intelligent” than large enterprises.

“When we launched the Intelligent Enterprise Index three years ago, many enterprises were trying to understand where and how IoT solutions could be best applied within their unique business environments,” said Drew Ehlers, Global Futurist, Zebra Technologies. “We now see more urgency to improve operational visibility and facilitate the delivery of actionable intelligence all the way to the edge of the enterprise. I believe that is why enterprises are now demonstrating a much greater commitment to executing their IoT plans and why we’ll likely see a surge in investments over the next few years.”

 

More Firms on an ‘Intelligent’ Path, says Survey

Zebra Technologies’ “Intelligent Enterprise Index” indicates a record 61 percent of enterprises worldwide are on the path to becoming “intelligent,” compared to only 49 percent in 2018.

This global survey analyzes the extent to which companies connect the physical and digital worlds to drive innovation through real-time guidance, data-powered environments and collaborative mobile workflows. Their “Intelligent Enterprise” Index scores are calculated using 11 criteria that include Internet of Things (IoT) vision, adoption, data management, intelligent analysis and more.

Based on these criteria and driven by an overwhelming pressure to improve the customer experience, retail organizations have gained the most momentum in the last 12 months, graduating from the bottom of the 2018 vertical Index rankings to nearly the top of the 2019 list, second only to Healthcare.

The number of companies defined as truly “intelligent enterprises” by achieving a score of 75 points or greater on the Index has also risen year over year. Seventeen (17) percent of organizations with at least 250 employees crossed this threshold in 2019 versus only eleven percent in 2018. Interestingly, 37 percent of surveyed small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with 50-249 employees scored 75 points or greater on the Index, indicating SMBs with an IoT vision are in many cases more “intelligent” than large enterprises.

“When we launched the Intelligent Enterprise Index three years ago, many enterprises were trying to understand where and how IoT solutions could be best applied within their unique business environments,” said Drew Ehlers, Global Futurist, Zebra Technologies. “We now see more urgency to improve operational visibility and facilitate the delivery of actionable intelligence all the way to the edge of the enterprise. I believe that is why enterprises are now demonstrating a much greater commitment to executing their IoT plans and why we’ll likely see a surge in investments over the next few years.”

 

New Products and Range Extensions Added to Packaging Website

Kite Packaging has extended several of its leading ranges and also bought new products to market, which it says is all part of the company’s ongoing drive to offer an extensive range of packaging through its leading B2B packaging website.

Nestable pick bins
Their new range of nestable pick bins manufactured from 100% recycled plastic content are the perfect addition to any business looking for robust, hard-wearing storage. They can be easily attached to louvered panels and feature a dipped front, providing users with an easy access entrance.

Staple guns
Staple guns are the ideal product for industries such as roofing, carpentry and warehousing as well as schools and office environments. Kite’s new range, suitable for light and heavy-duty applications, make easy work when stapling cardboard, wood, plastics and much more.

Oscillated steel strapping
Oscillated steel strapping offers remarkable strength and durability, making it the ideal material when binding medium and heavy-duty goods, being sure to prevent any movement. It is commonly used for securing heavy palletised loads, plywood cases and sharp-edged objects.

Friction weld tool
Kite says its premium cordless friction weld tool is perfect for use with both polypropylene and polyester strapping with widths of 12mm/13mm, enabling users to strap products or containers to seal, reinforce and/or fasten. With variable tensioning speeds it has been proven to increase production uptime.

New Products and Range Extensions Added to Packaging Website

Kite Packaging has extended several of its leading ranges and also bought new products to market, which it says is all part of the company’s ongoing drive to offer an extensive range of packaging through its leading B2B packaging website.

Nestable pick bins
Their new range of nestable pick bins manufactured from 100% recycled plastic content are the perfect addition to any business looking for robust, hard-wearing storage. They can be easily attached to louvered panels and feature a dipped front, providing users with an easy access entrance.

Staple guns
Staple guns are the ideal product for industries such as roofing, carpentry and warehousing as well as schools and office environments. Kite’s new range, suitable for light and heavy-duty applications, make easy work when stapling cardboard, wood, plastics and much more.

Oscillated steel strapping
Oscillated steel strapping offers remarkable strength and durability, making it the ideal material when binding medium and heavy-duty goods, being sure to prevent any movement. It is commonly used for securing heavy palletised loads, plywood cases and sharp-edged objects.

Friction weld tool
Kite says its premium cordless friction weld tool is perfect for use with both polypropylene and polyester strapping with widths of 12mm/13mm, enabling users to strap products or containers to seal, reinforce and/or fasten. With variable tensioning speeds it has been proven to increase production uptime.

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