Distribution center

Kroger Collaborates with KNAPP to Modernize and Expand Great Lakes Distribution Center

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金曜日, 7月 2, 2021
Kroger, Automation, Distribution center

The facility is currently being renovated to add modern state-of-the-art technology and is expected to be complete this summer.

Key Points: 
  • The facility is currently being renovated to add modern state-of-the-art technology and is expected to be complete this summer.
  • The distribution center opened in 2003 and currently services 115 stores in central and northwest Ohio, as well as southeast Michigan and the Ohio River Valley region.
  • According to KNAPP CEO Josef Mentzer, "The technology investment in the Great Lakes Distribution Center has been designed to add a new level of flexibility to the Kroger supply chain network and deliver a resilient approach to investments in automation."
  • KNAPP is a global market leader providing intelligent intralogistics solutions and specialized software for production, distribution, and point-of-sale.

Benchmark, Inc. Acquires Donby Packaging

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水曜日, 6月 30, 2021
Labels, Product management, Packaging and labeling, Warehouse, Distribution center, Economy, Packaging, Marketing, Business process, Essendant, JanPak

COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Benchmark Industrial Inc.is pleased to announce that they have acquired Donby Packaging, a full-service packaging supply and equipment distributor in the Cleveland area.

Key Points: 
  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Benchmark Industrial Inc.is pleased to announce that they have acquired Donby Packaging, a full-service packaging supply and equipment distributor in the Cleveland area.
  • The move will bring an expanded catalog of packaging and warehouse supplies and enhanced service for customers of both companies.
  • Benchmark and Donby both sell a wide range of packaging, warehouse, janitorial and safety supplies.
  • Founded in 1960, Donby provides packaging, paper and warehouse supplies and packaging equipment for manufacturers and distribution centers.

Hempitecture Inc. Expands US Distribution

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水曜日, 4月 7, 2021
Geography of Tennessee, Supply chain management, East Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee, State of Franklin, Distribution center, Inventory, Geography of the United States, Working capital management

SUN VALLEY, Idaho, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hempitecture Inc, today announced an expansion of its in-house distribution network with the addition of a fulfillment center in Knoxville, TN.

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  • SUN VALLEY, Idaho, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hempitecture Inc, today announced an expansion of its in-house distribution network with the addition of a fulfillment center in Knoxville, TN.
  • The addition of this distribution center will allow Hempitecture to better service clients across the eastern seaboard, midwest, and south, with more affordable shipping rates and expanded inventory capabilities.
  • The Knoxville distribution campus is a step forward in making HempWool more accessible for customers nationwide," says Matthew Mead, CEO of Hempitecture Inc.
  • Hempitecture Inc. is a Public Benefit Corporation specializing in the manufacture and distribution of biobased building materials that are healthier for both people and planet.

Ingles Markets, Incorporated Announces Distribution Center Job Fair for March 29, 2021

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火曜日, 3月 23, 2021
Supermarket, Retail, Ingles, Forklift, Equipment, Distribution center, Manufactured goods, Technology

Ingles Markets, Incorporated (NASDAQ: IMKTA) announces an in-person job fair at the Distribution Center in Black Mountain, NC for Monday, March 29th from 10 am to 6 pm.

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  • Ingles Markets, Incorporated (NASDAQ: IMKTA) announces an in-person job fair at the Distribution Center in Black Mountain, NC for Monday, March 29th from 10 am to 6 pm.
  • In continuing support of our retail stores, we have over 50 full-time openings in the Distribution Center across all departments and shifts.
  • We are offering competitive hourly rates for forklift operators and housekeepers and profitable production-based pay for order selectors.
  • The job fair will be hosted at the Distribution Center at 2913 US Highway 70 in Black Mountain, NC.

Gap Inc. Announces Plans to Build New Distribution Center in Longview, Texas to Meet Rising Demand for Digital Shopping

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水曜日, 2月 24, 2021
Supply chain management, Fashion, Retail, Logistics, Supply chain management, Transport, Department Stores, Specialty, Marketing, Business, Supply chain management, Services marketing, Sales, Distribution center, Warehouses, Online shopping, Customer experience, Customer, Longview, Texas

Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS), today announced plans to open a new state-of-the-art Customer Experience Center in Longview, Texas.

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  • Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS), today announced plans to open a new state-of-the-art Customer Experience Center in Longview, Texas.
  • By delivering inventory faster and more efficiently to customers across the country, the $140M investment will help Gap Inc. meet the rising customer demand for online shopping and reach its future plans for digital growth.
  • Announces Plans to Build New Distribution Center in Longview, TX.
  • The result has transformed our traditional distribution centers into highly automated, cross-channel Customer Experience Centers, intended to serve customers wherever they are shopping.

DropLoads Mobile Application Revamps Retail Sales with Same Day Shipping

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水曜日, 2月 24, 2021
Freight transport, Supply chain management, Economy, Cargo, Goods, Transport law, Articles, Online shopping, Transport, Inventory, Distribution center, Packaging and labeling

DropLoads helps level the playing field for stores by providing efficient and safe, same-day shipping for anything as small as an envelope to freight size.

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  • DropLoads helps level the playing field for stores by providing efficient and safe, same-day shipping for anything as small as an envelope to freight size.
  • Goods can be picked up from the retailer's store or distribution center and shipped to a consumer within a 50-mile radius.
  • Retailers and businesses may access the DropLoads app to move inventory, furniture, important documents, and much more within their tri-state in the same day.
  • All packages are securely sealed and Geotagged before transit and tracked via the DropLoads Application.

Smart & Final Increases Efficiencies for Its Suppliers and Ecosystem of Distribution Centers

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木曜日, 2月 18, 2021
Retailing, Retailers, Cars, Warehouses, Logistics, Warehouse, Smart & Final, Distribution center, Grocery store, SMart, Supply chain

Smart & Final, the smaller, faster grocery warehouse store, is one of the longest continuously operating food retailers in the United States and operates under two banners: Smart & Final and Smart & Final Extra!.

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  • Smart & Final, the smaller, faster grocery warehouse store, is one of the longest continuously operating food retailers in the United States and operates under two banners: Smart & Final and Smart & Final Extra!.
  • This project was a complicated undertaking, said Vishal Kumar, Group VP of IT, Smart & Final.
  • However, the execution was very strong, limiting business interruption and delivering a really solid product to our distribution centers.
  • Now that its distribution centers and warehouses are modernized and upgraded, Smart & Final is looking to deploy Symphony RetailAI Supply Chain and WMS Insights.

Greene Concepts BE WATER Product Line Continues to Sell Out in Amazon Distribution Centers While the Company Increases Inventory Supply On-Hand at Bottling Plant

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火曜日, 2月 16, 2021
3D publishing, Supply chain management, Publishing, Amazon, Retailers, Inventory, Distribution center, Bottling company, Working capital management

Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, We have inventory on hand and ready to be picked up and delivered to Amazon distribution centers.

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  • Lenny Greene, CEO of Greene Concepts, states, We have inventory on hand and ready to be picked up and delivered to Amazon distribution centers.
  • Mr. Greene concludes, We understand that many of you are waiting to purchase our BE WATER product through our Amazon BE WATER product page .
  • Because BE WATER is a new grocery product, Amazon limits the amount of inventory allowed and will increase those amounts as the Sell-Through Rate increases.
  • Amazon then picks up the products at our bottling plant for delivery to the distribution centers.

Fetch Robotics and Honeywell Deliver New Integrated Pallet Conveyance Solution for Distribution Centers

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月曜日, 2月 1, 2021
Companies, Warehouses, Articles, Honeywell Intelligrated, Distribution center, Honeywell, Cross-docking, Robotics, Robot, Business

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fetch Robotics , the leader in cloud robotics, today announced itsnew PalletTransport1500, an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) that supports cross-docking, returns and case picking workflowsfor contactless pallet transport in distribution centers.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fetch Robotics , the leader in cloud robotics, today announced itsnew PalletTransport1500, an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) that supports cross-docking, returns and case picking workflowsfor contactless pallet transport in distribution centers.
  • Honeywell's Intelligrated's turnkey Pallet Conveyance solution, powered by Momentum WES and the PalletTransport1500, is designed to support workflows for e-commerce fulllment, store replenishment and wholesale distribution center operations.
  • Too often these automated systems operate independently, performing very discrete tasks and processes," said Thomas Evans, CTO of Honeywell Robotics.
  • Fetch Robotics' solutions and services are deployed in leading distribution, fulfillment, and manufacturing centers around the world, augmenting workforces to drive increased efficiency and productivity.

Dematic Automates Landmark Group's Premier Distribution Center

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火曜日, 1月 26, 2021
Automation, Dematic, Material-handling equipment, Articles, Dubai, Logistics, Landmark Group, Distribution center, Systems science, Engineering

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dematic announces the completion of a new automated distribution center for the Landmark Group in Dubai, UAE, allowing the multinational retailer to consolidate the logistics activities for part of its five existing manual distribution sites.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dematic announces the completion of a new automated distribution center for the Landmark Group in Dubai, UAE, allowing the multinational retailer to consolidate the logistics activities for part of its five existing manual distribution sites.
  • "Landmark presented us with an opportunity to go beyond consolidating their fulfillment operations to becoming a partner in transforming their business," said Hasan Dandashly, Dematic President and CEO.
  • "With this distribution center, we have set a logistics benchmark for the entire Middle East," Shah said.
  • For more information about Dematic, visit dematic.com , check out the Dematic Connections blog , or follow us on LinkedIn , Facebook and Twitter .