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Month: August 2023

Optimal Spare Parts Storage Solution

Posted on by David Priestman

Swedish Agro Machinery AB, distributor and importer of farming machinery has decided to centralize its spare parts storage system and equip the new warehouse of 3,700 square meters with SSI Schaefer’s logistics solutions. Pallet and cantilever racks, shelves and SSI LOGIMAT® Vertical Lift Modules are parts of the solution. The result: a compact warehouse with up to 23,000 different parts and an overnight delivery.

In 2016, Swedish Agro Machinery took over the import of Claas products, a manufacturer of agricultural machinery, to Sweden and Norway. The new updated organizational structure needed a new facility to store spare parts efficiently. They chose to put it in Skåne Skurup, in the middle of one of Sweden’s most fertile agricultural areas, also near Denmark and the centre of the European continent. The challenge was, that they need to store parts in very different ways due to the various dimensions in the new warehouse. Swedish Agro already had realized some projects with SSI Schaefer in the past, so that is why they have been involved as a partner in the project since the very beginning.

“We were looking for one supplier for the overall system. We wanted to partner with the manufacturer to ensure the best quality of the equipment and total control over its production. That is why SSI Schaefer was selected as a general contractor for the project,” shares Martin Gerdtsson, Spare Parts Manager at Swedish Agro Machinery in Skurup.

Local presence is crucial for Swedish Agro. When an agricultural machine is on service, there should be no disruption, especially during the high season. That is why the company holds 25 workshops in the network with the extra focus on agricultural areas in Skåne, Västra Götaland, Östergötland and Uppland. Swedish Agro’s commitment is to deliver the ordered spare parts for the next day if they are not in place locally.

Material flow supported by the new solution

The goods are delivered by trucks, unpacked at the work stations manually, sorted according to type and size and brought to different storage systems. Spare parts for agricultural machinery vary greatly in size, share and weight. It’s everything from single bolts to input screws in the ten-meter class.

In fact, Swedish Agro needed ten different ways of storing. This includes long-span and cantilever racks for lying goods and compartments for storing standing mouldings. This is very effective as some of the spare parts can be quite large. To utilize also the vertical space optimally, a narrow aisle has been set up with shelves. Smaller spare parts are stored in two SSI LOGIMAT® Vertical Lift Modules, which accommodate around 16,000 items.

When goods are needed for an order, they are picked by a forklift or manually by an employee to be packed at the workstations for shipping. All orders received before 3.30 pm are delivered to the service workshops the following morning. This is possible thanks to dense logistics arrangements with overnight deliveries.

“Swedish Agro is loyal to its customers in maintaining quality and promised delivery terms. Our installation has been able to grow and develop with new opportunities, in line with the spare part’s expansion. We are very happy to lead this project and support Swedish Agro with a system to perfect their material flow,” concludes Anders Jonasson, Sales Manager at SSI Schaefer.

With the new warehouse, Swedish Agro has strengthened their position by securing spare parts availability in the region and optimizing their capacities. Martin Gerdtsson summarizes: “The main reasons why we chose SSI Schaefer were that we really felt from the beginning that they already knew our needs through past cooperation and, of course, they had a solution for storing spare parts with a wide range of dimensions.”

Nefab Opens Large Branch in Poland

Posted on by David Priestman

CTP, Europe’s largest listed developer, owner, and manager of industrial and logistics properties by gross lettable area (GLA), has leased nearly 11,000 sqm of industrial and warehouse space on a five-year agreement to NEFAB Packaging Poland, a provider of comprehensive
packaging and logistics solutions, at CTPark Gdańsk Port, a major new sustainable logistics park that CTP is developing in Gdańsk, Poland.

This move strengthens the company’s presence in the Pomerania region, doubling its warehouse space and significantly expanding its production facility in northern Poland. Within CTP’s building, NEFAB will manufacture various types of packaging, offer cleaning services, and store finished products and semifinished goods. The lease transaction was facilitated by the Querco Property agency.

By Q4 2024 CTPark Gdańsk Port will comprise 117,000 sqm of Grade A, environmentally friendly industrial and logistics space across two buildings, within attractive landscaped spaces. The scheme is named CTPark Gdańsk Port because of its location close to Gdańsk Port, the largest trans-shipment port on the Baltic Sea.

In a strategically important location for production, NEFAB Packaging Poland will establish its largest branch in Poland, taking a five-year lease on approximately 10,300 sqm of industrial and warehouse space and almost 600 sqm of office space. CTPark Gdańsk Port’s proximity to sea, air, road, and rail transport will support the company’s logistics processes and streamline goods distribution. Deliveries will primarily be made within Poland, notably to Northvolt, a company producing energy storage systems and battery modules in Gdańsk, replacing internal combustion engines in industrial machines.

The excellent location, in close proximity to NEFAB’s main client, Northvolt, was a key factor in selecting CTPark Gdańsk Port for further expansion in the Pomeranian region. The multi-stage packaging logistics, transport time, and rapid response capability in unexpected situations also contributed to this decision. According to Artur Karnecki, Managing Director at NEFAB, “Analyzing various offers, we concluded that the chosen location is strategic for the development of our company due to the potential new customers in that area. The decision to select this new location was also influenced by the signing of a contract with our strategic business partner, Northvolt.”

NEFAB Packaging Poland’s dynamic growth is tied to the continuous development of innovative packaging and logistics solutions. The company’s offerings cater to industries such as telecommunications, energy, automotive, datacom, healthcare, and the lithium-ion battery technology sector. The launch of production at CTP Gdańsk Port involves adapting the facility for the assembly of specialized machinery needed to implement innovative packaging solutions that meet customer demands and environmental requirements. The installed machinery will enable NEFAB Packaging Poland to meet strict cleanliness standards for both packaging and products and provide specialized
technologies and machines for new projects.

“Establishing production lines near markets has been a trend that we have been observing for months, which we have responded to by constructing speculative facilities in Poland. We deliver infrastructure that adapts to changing market needs and economic environments, available for immediate occupancy by tenants. This is how we contribute to the growth of national industry and the economy, which is
becoming increasingly independent from production and supplies from other countries, and competing with global export powers. The commercial success of our first business park in Pomerania confirms the success of our investment strategy, and we congratulate NEFAB Packaging Poland on its dynamic growth and the launch of its first production facility in Gdańsk,” says Bogi Gabrovic, Deputy Country Head at CTP Poland.

The first building at CTPark Gdańsk Port, with a total area of 37,000 sqm, is already nearly 70% leased. In May 2023, CTP announced that an international renewable energy developer, distributor, and service provider for the energy industry would occupy 25,400 sqm of space. Now, NEFAB Packaging Poland joins the list of tenants and will launch its operations in the second building, which will be ready for use in the
first quarter of 2024.

“We are pleased that despite the challenging market situation during the initial search phase, we ultimately managed to secure the space in a strategic location, such as the vicinity of the Gdansk port. The key factor in negotiations was not only NEFAB’s current development needs in Poland but also securing the space with potential for further growth in the coming years. We thank NEFAB for their trust and are glad that we could be a part of such significant changes,” explained Marek Boczula, COO at Querco Property agency, which facilitated the leasing process.

CTP’s two-stage investment, providing a total of approximately 117,000 sqm of leasable space, is located between the only deep-water terminal in the Baltic Sea region – Baltic Hub – and the A1 motorway. The high level of transport accessibility, combined with regional investment support of 30% for large enterprises, continues to attract new branches of production to the region.

Nefab Opens Large Branch in Poland

Posted on by David Priestman

CTP, Europe’s largest listed developer, owner, and manager of industrial and logistics properties by gross lettable area (GLA), has leased nearly 11,000 sqm of industrial and warehouse space on a five-year agreement to NEFAB Packaging Poland, a provider of comprehensive
packaging and logistics solutions, at CTPark Gdańsk Port, a major new sustainable logistics park that CTP is developing in Gdańsk, Poland.

This move strengthens the company’s presence in the Pomerania region, doubling its warehouse space and significantly expanding its production facility in northern Poland. Within CTP’s building, NEFAB will manufacture various types of packaging, offer cleaning services, and store finished products and semifinished goods. The lease transaction was facilitated by the Querco Property agency.

By Q4 2024 CTPark Gdańsk Port will comprise 117,000 sqm of Grade A, environmentally friendly industrial and logistics space across two buildings, within attractive landscaped spaces. The scheme is named CTPark Gdańsk Port because of its location close to Gdańsk Port, the largest trans-shipment port on the Baltic Sea.

In a strategically important location for production, NEFAB Packaging Poland will establish its largest branch in Poland, taking a five-year lease on approximately 10,300 sqm of industrial and warehouse space and almost 600 sqm of office space. CTPark Gdańsk Port’s proximity to sea, air, road, and rail transport will support the company’s logistics processes and streamline goods distribution. Deliveries will primarily be made within Poland, notably to Northvolt, a company producing energy storage systems and battery modules in Gdańsk, replacing internal combustion engines in industrial machines.

The excellent location, in close proximity to NEFAB’s main client, Northvolt, was a key factor in selecting CTPark Gdańsk Port for further expansion in the Pomeranian region. The multi-stage packaging logistics, transport time, and rapid response capability in unexpected situations also contributed to this decision. According to Artur Karnecki, Managing Director at NEFAB, “Analyzing various offers, we concluded that the chosen location is strategic for the development of our company due to the potential new customers in that area. The decision to select this new location was also influenced by the signing of a contract with our strategic business partner, Northvolt.”

NEFAB Packaging Poland’s dynamic growth is tied to the continuous development of innovative packaging and logistics solutions. The company’s offerings cater to industries such as telecommunications, energy, automotive, datacom, healthcare, and the lithium-ion battery technology sector. The launch of production at CTP Gdańsk Port involves adapting the facility for the assembly of specialized machinery needed to implement innovative packaging solutions that meet customer demands and environmental requirements. The installed machinery will enable NEFAB Packaging Poland to meet strict cleanliness standards for both packaging and products and provide specialized
technologies and machines for new projects.

“Establishing production lines near markets has been a trend that we have been observing for months, which we have responded to by constructing speculative facilities in Poland. We deliver infrastructure that adapts to changing market needs and economic environments, available for immediate occupancy by tenants. This is how we contribute to the growth of national industry and the economy, which is
becoming increasingly independent from production and supplies from other countries, and competing with global export powers. The commercial success of our first business park in Pomerania confirms the success of our investment strategy, and we congratulate NEFAB Packaging Poland on its dynamic growth and the launch of its first production facility in Gdańsk,” says Bogi Gabrovic, Deputy Country Head at CTP Poland.

The first building at CTPark Gdańsk Port, with a total area of 37,000 sqm, is already nearly 70% leased. In May 2023, CTP announced that an international renewable energy developer, distributor, and service provider for the energy industry would occupy 25,400 sqm of space. Now, NEFAB Packaging Poland joins the list of tenants and will launch its operations in the second building, which will be ready for use in the
first quarter of 2024.

“We are pleased that despite the challenging market situation during the initial search phase, we ultimately managed to secure the space in a strategic location, such as the vicinity of the Gdansk port. The key factor in negotiations was not only NEFAB’s current development needs in Poland but also securing the space with potential for further growth in the coming years. We thank NEFAB for their trust and are glad that we could be a part of such significant changes,” explained Marek Boczula, COO at Querco Property agency, which facilitated the leasing process.

CTP’s two-stage investment, providing a total of approximately 117,000 sqm of leasable space, is located between the only deep-water terminal in the Baltic Sea region – Baltic Hub – and the A1 motorway. The high level of transport accessibility, combined with regional investment support of 30% for large enterprises, continues to attract new branches of production to the region.

Largest Music and Video Warehouse Opens

Posted on by David Priestman

DP World, a leading provider of global end-to-end supply chain solutions, will this month open the UK’s largest distribution warehouse for physical music and video. Located in Bicester, Oxfordshire, the facility is being launched in partnership with Utopia Distribution Services, who entered into a £100 million deal with DP World to provide warehousing and logistics for physical music goods in the UK earlier this year.

The 25,000 sq. metre site will now become the de-facto centre for music and home entertainment distribution in the UK, handling 70% of physical music and 35% of home entertainment products sold in the UK annually – approximately 30 million units, including vinyl records, DVDs and CDs. It will service retailers across the UK, including Amazon, HMV, industry wholesalers and over 400 independent record stores.

The warehouse will have a daily handling capacity of over 100,000 units, increasing to over 250,000 during peak periods, driven by 80+ state of the art pick robots designed by US manufacturer Locus Robotics. The warehouse will employ 240 workers, and will significantly expand DP World’s unit handling capacity across its UK operations – facilitating new growth opportunities in the warehousing sector.

The warehouse opening follows ongoing demand for physical music and video in the UK, with 17.3m physical albums sold in 2022, with CDs comprising the majority of purchases (55.2%). Selling more than 5.5m units last year, vinyl also continues its rise and currently remains on track for a 16th consecutive year of growth. The video physical retail market also boasted a £209m value in 2022, with sales of formats like Blu-ray and 4k UHD rising by 7% to £91.7m YOY.

Jonathan Himsworth, Vice President Sales at DP World Logistics, said: “DP World brings together an unparalleled combination of assets and expertise to build creative solutions to the hardest problems in logistics, and this is why so many of the world’s largest and most recognisable brands trust us to deliver on their supply chain needs. To this end, we are very excited about working with Utopia Music to support the renaissance of physical music in the UK.”

Drew Hill, MD Utopia Distribution Services and VP Distribution Services, Utopia Music, added: “We’re pleased to be working closely with DP World on a smooth transition to our brand new state-of-the-art facility. With UDS distributing for over 50% of the UK’s combined music and video market, our investment in this infrastructure marks a bright and exciting future for physical entertainment.”

In addition to its UK hubs at London Gateway and Southampton, DP World’s offer includes the P&O Ferries and P&O Ferrymasters subsidiaries, and contract logistics businesses respectively, all of which are being integrated into the company’s global network. Operating in 78 countries, DP World now handles 10 per cent of world trade.

Largest Music and Video Warehouse Opens

Posted on by David Priestman

DP World, a leading provider of global end-to-end supply chain solutions, will this month open the UK’s largest distribution warehouse for physical music and video. Located in Bicester, Oxfordshire, the facility is being launched in partnership with Utopia Distribution Services, who entered into a £100 million deal with DP World to provide warehousing and logistics for physical music goods in the UK earlier this year.

The 25,000 sq. metre site will now become the de-facto centre for music and home entertainment distribution in the UK, handling 70% of physical music and 35% of home entertainment products sold in the UK annually – approximately 30 million units, including vinyl records, DVDs and CDs. It will service retailers across the UK, including Amazon, HMV, industry wholesalers and over 400 independent record stores.

The warehouse will have a daily handling capacity of over 100,000 units, increasing to over 250,000 during peak periods, driven by 80+ state of the art pick robots designed by US manufacturer Locus Robotics. The warehouse will employ 240 workers, and will significantly expand DP World’s unit handling capacity across its UK operations – facilitating new growth opportunities in the warehousing sector.

The warehouse opening follows ongoing demand for physical music and video in the UK, with 17.3m physical albums sold in 2022, with CDs comprising the majority of purchases (55.2%). Selling more than 5.5m units last year, vinyl also continues its rise and currently remains on track for a 16th consecutive year of growth. The video physical retail market also boasted a £209m value in 2022, with sales of formats like Blu-ray and 4k UHD rising by 7% to £91.7m YOY.

Jonathan Himsworth, Vice President Sales at DP World Logistics, said: “DP World brings together an unparalleled combination of assets and expertise to build creative solutions to the hardest problems in logistics, and this is why so many of the world’s largest and most recognisable brands trust us to deliver on their supply chain needs. To this end, we are very excited about working with Utopia Music to support the renaissance of physical music in the UK.”

Drew Hill, MD Utopia Distribution Services and VP Distribution Services, Utopia Music, added: “We’re pleased to be working closely with DP World on a smooth transition to our brand new state-of-the-art facility. With UDS distributing for over 50% of the UK’s combined music and video market, our investment in this infrastructure marks a bright and exciting future for physical entertainment.”

In addition to its UK hubs at London Gateway and Southampton, DP World’s offer includes the P&O Ferries and P&O Ferrymasters subsidiaries, and contract logistics businesses respectively, all of which are being integrated into the company’s global network. Operating in 78 countries, DP World now handles 10 per cent of world trade.

AI Revolution in Road Freight Around the Corner

Posted on by David Priestman

The road freight logistics industry is on the brink of a revolution, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, writes Luis Moreira-Matias, senior AI Director of sennder. As the world becomes increasingly digitized, businesses are recognizing the potential of AI in optimizing their operations. In road freight logistics, the AI revolution is imminent, and it is poised to bring significant benefits in terms of resources, cost savings, and societal expectations.

Resources: Embracing Automation in a Digital Era

Digitalization is the norm across various industries, and road freight logistics is no exception. With the rise of cloud computing and the collection of massive amounts of data, businesses have reached a tipping point. Manual processes no longer keep pace with information flow. Automation, facilitated by AI, is the logical next step to leverage the vast amounts of data for enhanced efficiency and decision making.

AI-powered systems analyse and process large volumes of data in real time, providing valuable insights that optimize supply chain operations. Predictive analytics anticipate demand patterns, enabling better inventory management and reducing the risk of stockouts. Machine learning algorithms continuously learn from historical data and adapt to changing circumstances, enabling better route planning and load optimization.

Cost: Driving Efficiency and Competitiveness

In an industry where profit margins can be razor-thin, companies must find ways to maximize efficiency and reduce costs. By harnessing the power of AI, road freight logistics companies optimize operations in several ways. Intelligent routing algorithms identify the most efficient routes, considering factors such as traffic conditions, fuel consumption, and delivery time windows. This reduces fuel costs and minimizes environmental impact by optimizing fleet utilization. Furthermore, AI enables proactive maintenance by analyzing sensor data from vehicles, identifying potential issues before they escalate into costly breakdowns.

The ability of AI to analyse vast amounts of data in real-time enables better pricing strategies and load matching. By considering factors such as cargo type, weight, and destination, AI systems efficiently match available trucks with suitable loads, maximizing capacity utilization, and reducing empty miles. This results in significant cost savings for both carriers and shippers, creating a win-win for the industry.

Social Expectations: Technology’s Growing Role

In today’s increasingly tech-savvy society, there is a growing expectation that technology will play a central role in various aspects of life, including businesses in operation-intensive sectors like road freight logistics. Automation and AI are no longer seen as futuristic concepts but rather as essential tools for driving progress and efficiency.

Businesses in road freight logistics must adapt to meet these changing societal expectations. Carriers and shippers are becoming more demanding, expecting automation and AI-driven solutions to streamline interactions and simplify processes. Automated tracking systems, intelligent chatbots for customer service, and AI-powered predictive analytics are just a few examples of the technological advancements in the industry.

Moreover, the adoption of AI in road freight logistics can have a positive impact on the workforce. By automating repetitive and mundane tasks, AI frees up human resources to focus on more engaging and intellectually challenging roles. This shift can lead to higher job satisfaction, and provide opportunities for upskilling and career advancement within the industry.

Conclusion

The AI revolution in road freight logistics is just around the corner, driven by the convergence of various factors. The digitalization of business operations, the need for cost optimization, and the growing societal expectations for automation and AI all contribute to the inevitability of this transformation. By embracing AI-powered solutions, road freight logistics companies unlock significant benefits, including enhanced resource utilization, cost savings, and alignment with societal expectations. As the industry evolves, those who fail to adapt may find themselves falling behind in the race for efficiency and competitiveness.

AI Revolution in Road Freight Around the Corner

Posted on by David Priestman

The road freight logistics industry is on the brink of a revolution, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, writes Luis Moreira-Matias, senior AI Director of sennder. As the world becomes increasingly digitized, businesses are recognizing the potential of AI in optimizing their operations. In road freight logistics, the AI revolution is imminent, and it is poised to bring significant benefits in terms of resources, cost savings, and societal expectations.

Resources: Embracing Automation in a Digital Era

Digitalization is the norm across various industries, and road freight logistics is no exception. With the rise of cloud computing and the collection of massive amounts of data, businesses have reached a tipping point. Manual processes no longer keep pace with information flow. Automation, facilitated by AI, is the logical next step to leverage the vast amounts of data for enhanced efficiency and decision making.

AI-powered systems analyse and process large volumes of data in real time, providing valuable insights that optimize supply chain operations. Predictive analytics anticipate demand patterns, enabling better inventory management and reducing the risk of stockouts. Machine learning algorithms continuously learn from historical data and adapt to changing circumstances, enabling better route planning and load optimization.

Cost: Driving Efficiency and Competitiveness

In an industry where profit margins can be razor-thin, companies must find ways to maximize efficiency and reduce costs. By harnessing the power of AI, road freight logistics companies optimize operations in several ways. Intelligent routing algorithms identify the most efficient routes, considering factors such as traffic conditions, fuel consumption, and delivery time windows. This reduces fuel costs and minimizes environmental impact by optimizing fleet utilization. Furthermore, AI enables proactive maintenance by analyzing sensor data from vehicles, identifying potential issues before they escalate into costly breakdowns.

The ability of AI to analyse vast amounts of data in real-time enables better pricing strategies and load matching. By considering factors such as cargo type, weight, and destination, AI systems efficiently match available trucks with suitable loads, maximizing capacity utilization, and reducing empty miles. This results in significant cost savings for both carriers and shippers, creating a win-win for the industry.

Social Expectations: Technology’s Growing Role

In today’s increasingly tech-savvy society, there is a growing expectation that technology will play a central role in various aspects of life, including businesses in operation-intensive sectors like road freight logistics. Automation and AI are no longer seen as futuristic concepts but rather as essential tools for driving progress and efficiency.

Businesses in road freight logistics must adapt to meet these changing societal expectations. Carriers and shippers are becoming more demanding, expecting automation and AI-driven solutions to streamline interactions and simplify processes. Automated tracking systems, intelligent chatbots for customer service, and AI-powered predictive analytics are just a few examples of the technological advancements in the industry.

Moreover, the adoption of AI in road freight logistics can have a positive impact on the workforce. By automating repetitive and mundane tasks, AI frees up human resources to focus on more engaging and intellectually challenging roles. This shift can lead to higher job satisfaction, and provide opportunities for upskilling and career advancement within the industry.

Conclusion

The AI revolution in road freight logistics is just around the corner, driven by the convergence of various factors. The digitalization of business operations, the need for cost optimization, and the growing societal expectations for automation and AI all contribute to the inevitability of this transformation. By embracing AI-powered solutions, road freight logistics companies unlock significant benefits, including enhanced resource utilization, cost savings, and alignment with societal expectations. As the industry evolves, those who fail to adapt may find themselves falling behind in the race for efficiency and competitiveness.

Detection Dogs have Nose for Prohibited Cargo

Posted on by David Priestman

DB Schenker in the UK is using free running explosive detection dogs on a daily basis to detect prohibited items from certain airfreight shipments. The dogs trained to screen cargo are from a variety of breeds and chosen specifically for their sense of smell and include Spaniels, Labradors, German Shepherd or Golden Retrievers.

The highly trained dogs receive between six and twelve months intensive instruction before they become part of the team and are particularly chosen for their ability to detect explosives. A new cohort is currently also in training to be able to sniff out lithium batteries. They are operating at Heathrow and Manchester and will soon also feature at Glasgow.

“The speed and accuracy of the screening they undertake has become an essential part of our operation and they give us a reliable method of detecting certain items which would otherwise prove difficult using other approaches”, says DB Schenker’s UK Aviation Security Manager, Ian
Dallow.

Multiple UK locations

Not only are the dogs used to search regular airfreight shipments, but their keen sense of smell makes them ideal for outsize shipments which have been tendered as airfreight but are too large to pass through an X-Ray machine. The dogs can discover anything untoward in such a shipment much faster than a manual search by humans and this ability to expedite the screening process ensures swift and efficient movement of customer goods.

Speed and accuracy when using dogs

DB Schenker personnel at its multimodal locations around the country are involved in preparing freight for screening and ensuring the screening activities are carried out in accordance with strict regulations, so the use of dogs provides a highly effective additional screening method. The purpose of using the dogs is to look for things that aren’t supposed to be there. They are looking for prohibited items, for example, a part of an explosive device. There are different rules for cargo and passenger aircraft so it is important to be fully conversant with all rules which apply to each aircraft type. A knife in a cargo shipment may not be dangerous, but may be prohibited in baggage. “We’re looking to prevent any prohibited articles getting onto an aircraft and to prevent unlawful interference with civil aviation,” adds Dallow.

 

Detection Dogs have Nose for Prohibited Cargo

Posted on by David Priestman

DB Schenker in the UK is using free running explosive detection dogs on a daily basis to detect prohibited items from certain airfreight shipments. The dogs trained to screen cargo are from a variety of breeds and chosen specifically for their sense of smell and include Spaniels, Labradors, German Shepherd or Golden Retrievers.

The highly trained dogs receive between six and twelve months intensive instruction before they become part of the team and are particularly chosen for their ability to detect explosives. A new cohort is currently also in training to be able to sniff out lithium batteries. They are operating at Heathrow and Manchester and will soon also feature at Glasgow.

“The speed and accuracy of the screening they undertake has become an essential part of our operation and they give us a reliable method of detecting certain items which would otherwise prove difficult using other approaches”, says DB Schenker’s UK Aviation Security Manager, Ian
Dallow.

Multiple UK locations

Not only are the dogs used to search regular airfreight shipments, but their keen sense of smell makes them ideal for outsize shipments which have been tendered as airfreight but are too large to pass through an X-Ray machine. The dogs can discover anything untoward in such a shipment much faster than a manual search by humans and this ability to expedite the screening process ensures swift and efficient movement of customer goods.

Speed and accuracy when using dogs

DB Schenker personnel at its multimodal locations around the country are involved in preparing freight for screening and ensuring the screening activities are carried out in accordance with strict regulations, so the use of dogs provides a highly effective additional screening method. The purpose of using the dogs is to look for things that aren’t supposed to be there. They are looking for prohibited items, for example, a part of an explosive device. There are different rules for cargo and passenger aircraft so it is important to be fully conversant with all rules which apply to each aircraft type. A knife in a cargo shipment may not be dangerous, but may be prohibited in baggage. “We’re looking to prevent any prohibited articles getting onto an aircraft and to prevent unlawful interference with civil aviation,” adds Dallow.

 

Hugo Beck Returns to PACK EXPO Vegas

Posted on by David Priestman

Hugo Beck, a leading innovator in horizontal packaging machines, is returning to the highly anticipated PACK EXPO in Las Vegas, Nevada.

As one of the most prominent trade shows in the packaging industry, PACK EXPO provides an ideal platform for Hugo Beck to showcase its latest film and paper packaging solutions for primary and secondary packaging, alongside its diverse range of packaging styles for industries such as e-commerce, pharmaceuticals and medical technology or confectionery.

Taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Centre from September 11 – 13, visitors to booth N-11243 in the North Hall can witness Hugo Beck’s cutting-edge packaging machinery which help to reduce material consumption, drive greater efficiency, and improve recyclability.

“Building upon our successful track record of European exhibitions this year, PACK EXPO is a chance for Hugo Beck to highlight our commitment to the American market, with our continuous investment in cross-industry machine innovation for efficient and sustainable packaging concepts,” explains Timo Kollmann, Managing Director at Hugo Beck.

Consequently, the focus at PACK EXPO will be the paper e-com fit packaging machine – the first time it has been on display in the United States. Ideal for e-commerce and mail order applications requiring minimal material to package goods, the paper packaging machine is suitable for the direct dispatch of individual goods, packaging groups of products, or meeting the complex requirements of returned goods packaging. Automatically adjusting the shipping bag size to varying product dimensions to minimize material use, the paper e-com fit can process both uncoated and coated recyclable papers to produce a new type of dispatch packaging, with two sewn sides.

Hugo Beck’s paper e-com fit will also feature as part of Vice President of Polypack, Emmanuel Cerf’s presentation on the packaging manufacturer’s journey towards sustainability. This will take place on the Innovation Stage on Monday, September 11 at 11:30am.

And with sustainability now a global issue across all industries, PACK EXPO attendees can hear how Hugo Beck’s packaging solutions can help meet their environmental objectives. Whether maximizing production efficiencies and replacing plastic films with paper or minimizing packaging materials used, the team will be on hand to highlight savings which can be effectively achieved in the production of film and paper bags, shrink packs and flowpacks.

“Following conversations with attendees at interpack 2023, it became clear that American customers would welcome our unique, resource-efficient packaging styles. One example: thanks to our extremely tight packaging technology, which is capable of material savings of 60-70%, we achieve precise, high-quality film shrink packaging results – a revolutionary breakthrough in the industry,” concluded Kollmann.

Representatives from Hugo Beck will be available on the PACK EXPO stand to talk through the company’s complete machine portfolio, now available for both sustainable paper packaging and sustainable film packaging, with resource saving technology.

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