The Rack Manufacturers Institute (RMI) Industry Group of MHI are pleased to announce the approval of Nanjing Better Metallic Products Co. Ltd.’s application to join RMI at the 2026 Spring Meeting held May 19-20 in Jacksonville, FL.MHI member companies have the opportunity to join any of MHI’s Industry Groups or the Solutions Community. Industry Groups share information and conduct research to stay at the forefront of their industry. Typical Industry Group activities include industry statistics collection, standards development, technical publications, public relations, promotion of safety, and member and user education. The Solutions Community brings MHI members together with equipment and systems users to collaborate and address common challenges and opportunities in manufacturing and supply chain in a safe harbor environment.For more information about MHI Industry Groups, please visit mhi.org/industrygroups. To learn more about RMI, please visit mhi.org/rmi or contact Anna Teter at ateter@mhi.org.RMI – Rack Manufacturers InstituteFormed in 1958, the Rack Manufacturers Institute, Inc. (RMI) consists of members are the industry’s leading suppliers of Industrial Steel Storage Racks and Related Structural Systems. They supply industrial rack solutions worldwide and in virtually every major manufacturing and distribution sector. Member companies aim to promote the safe and effective use of industrial steel storage racks and related storage and handling systems.About MHIMHI is an international trade association that has represented the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry since 1945. MHI’s over 1,000 members include material handling and logistics equipment and systems manufacturers, integrators, consultants, publishers and third-party logistics providers. MHI offers education, networking and solution sourcing for their members, the members’ customers, and the industry as a whole through programming and events. The association sponsors the ProMat and MODEX expos to showcase the products and services of its member companies and to educate manufacturing and supply chain professionals. The Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) is a division of MHI and provides education and research to the warehousing, distribution, and logistics community.

NORD’s robust MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units deliver high-torque solutions and flexible integration to handle the toughest jobs.MAXXDRIVE® industrial gear units from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are built to handle demandingapplications such as bucket elevators, agitators, conveyor drives, mixers, cranes, hoists, crushers, and more. They deliver output torques from 132,000 to 2,495,900 lb-in, offer numerous input and output options, and are available as parallel shaft helical gear units or right-angle helical bevel gear units for flexible integration across a wide range of systems. Their robust UNICASE™ housings ensure excellent load capacity, long service life, longer bearing life, and quiet operation.MAXXDRIVE® XC Parallel and Right-Angle Industrial Gear UnitsStandard, compact MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units include MAXXDRIVE XC parallel industrial gear units and MAXXDRIVE XC right-angle industrial gear units. Parallel versions offer 11 case sizes to choose from, 2- and 3-stage gear reductions, a power range of 2.0 to 8,075.0 hp, and a torque range of 132,800 to 2,495,900 lb-in. Right-angle versions also have 11 case sizes available in 3- and 4-stage gear designs, a power range of 2.0 to 2,850.0 hp, and a torque range of 132,800 to 2,301,200 lb-in. Both versions feature multiple mounting options, cooling and heating options for flexible temperature management, and various sealings options for easy adaptation to a wide range of ambient conditions. For applications such asagitators or mixers that require increased bearing load capacities and additional oil leak protection measures, a dry cavity and spread bearing design with reinforced output bearings is available. Drives can additionally be equipped with sensors that monitor the operating state of the drive, including oil level sensors, temperature sensors, oil pressure sensors, vibration sensors, and leak indicators.MAXXDRIVE® XT Right-Angle Industrial Gear UnitsMAXXDRIVE XT industrial gear units are designed for high-speed applications requiring significant thermal ratings. These 2-stage, right-angle gear units offer 7 case sizes, performance up to 2,825.0 hp, and a torque range of 132,800 – 663,800 lb-in. Their unique finned housing design quickly dissipates heat while an axial fan and air guide covers enhance airflow to prevent the unit from overheating even at maximum power.These effective cooling abilities make them a reliable solution for environments with demanding ambient conditions and large temperature fluctuations such as those in bulk material handling and grain. The right-angle housing additionally enables a symmetrical configuration for mirror image installations to reduce the number of replacement gear units and mounting on a swing base for a unified base frame with the gear unit and motor.MAXXDRIVE® XD Parallel Industrial Gear UnitsNORD developed MAXXDRIVE XD parallel industrial gear units to accommodate the specialized needs of crane and hoist applications. They feature an increased center distance by 35%, allowing the motor and rope drum to be on the same side of the gear unit in a unique U-shaped arrangement ideal for lifting drives. These units offer 12 case sizes, 3- and 4-stage gear reductions with the same footprint dimensions, power up to 3,084.0 hp, and torque up to 2,496,000 lb-in. MAXXDRIVE XD housings are additionally FEA-optimized for overhung load, especially downwards forces, and include an inspection cover on top of the unit for easy maintenance and service access.MAXXDRIVE® XJ Right-Angle Industrial Gear UnitsMAXXDRIVE XJ right-angle industrial gear units feature a special J-shaped shaft arrangement that is built to deliver high performance in small, compact installation spaces, making them ideal for traveling drives and material handling. They offer 12 case sizes, 3-stage gear reductions, a power range of 4.0 to 2,414.0 hp, and a torque range of 60,200 to 1,947,100 lb-in. Like MAXXDRIVE XD units, MAXXDRIVE XJ units also have ahousing engineered for high external loads and an extended center distance design. They additionally offer various options including drum couplings, brake attachments, solid or hollow shaft designs adaptable to applications dimensions, foot mounting or shaft mounting, and belt drive synchronization.In addition to the wide range of configuration options, NORD also offers an Endurance Package that consists of protective measures that optimize drive performance, maintain system reliability, and extend the service life of drive components in harsh environmental conditions such as those in the Grain Industry. The main features of the package include a drying agent filter, oil sampling point, oil inspection glass, quick fit filter trolley connection, and an additional quick fit filter trolley connection with an oil drack cock. Together, this package combines multiple drive options into one comprehensive solution.NORD recently unveiled an update to the myNORD online customer portal that allows registered users to configure MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units in the system themselves. Users can select XC, XD, XT, and XJ MAXXDRIVE designs with a solid input shaft and NEMA or IEC adapter. As only the first step in online tool expansion for the MAXXDRIVE product family, NORD plans to add more options in the future including MAXXDRIVE gear units with motors.For more information on MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units, visit nord.comAbout NORD DRIVESYSTEMS® GroupWith more than 5,000 employees worldwide, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has been a global leader in drive technology since 1965. Specializing in gear units, gear motors, electric motors, and drive electronics, including energy-efficient and explosion-protected solutions, NORD offers a comprehensive range of products. The company supports customers with subsidiaries and partners in 80 countries and provides fast delivery and customer-oriented service. For more information, visit nord.com.

New Netherlands Customer Innovation Center strengthens customer engagement, regional support, and access to AI-enabled robotic automation across EuropeAMSTERDAM–Berkshire Grey, a global leader in AI-enabled robotic automation, today announced the expansion of its European operations with the opening of its new Customer Innovation Center in Haarlem, near Amsterdam, further strengthening its presence across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).Designed to bring customers and partners closer to Berkshire Grey's solutions expertise and support resources, the facility will serve as a hub for customer engagement, solution validation, technical training, and regional support.As interest in physical AI accelerates across Europe, Berkshire Grey continues to deploy AI-powered robotic automation in real-world production environments. While much of the recent discussion around physical AI has focused on emerging technologies and future applications, Berkshire Grey has spent more than a decade helping customers apply artificial intelligence and robotics to solve complex operational challenges at enterprise scale.Demand for Berkshire Grey's solutions has increased significantly across the region as retailers, e-commerce companies, and logistics providers seek proven automation technologies capable of delivering measurable operational results. Today, Berkshire Grey's AI-powered automation solutions support leading organizations including FedEx and Walmart helping automate critical fulfillment, picking, sortation, and warehouse workflows. The new Customer Innovation Center reflects this growing momentum and expands Berkshire Grey's ability to support customers through demonstrations, solution validation, training, and technical services.Building on its established European footprint, the Customer Innovation Center provides a regional location for customers, partners, and integrators to experience Berkshire Grey's solutions firsthand and collaborate on automation solutions designed for real-world operations.For more than a decade, Berkshire Grey has developed and deployed AI-powered robotic systems capable of operating in complex, high-volume production environments. The company's technology leadership is supported by a portfolio of more than 1,000 granted and pending patents worldwide, including more than 700 granted patents across the United States and international markets, reflecting years of innovation across artificial intelligence, robotics, software, and fulfillment automation.Strategically located near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, one of Europe's leading transportation hubs, the facility provides convenient access for customers, partners, and Berkshire Grey teams across the region. The location also places Berkshire Grey at the center of the Benelux logistics and warehouse automation market, providing proximity to retailers, logistics providers, warehouse operators, and systems integration partners.The Customer Innovation Center will serve as a hub for: Customer demonstrations and executive briefings SKU testing and workflow validation Partner and integrator enablement Technical training and education Regional service and support operations Solution design and deployment collaboration"Physical AI is ultimately measured by performance in the real world," said Dave Paratore, Chief Executive Officer of Berkshire Grey. "For more than a decade, Berkshire Grey has helped customers apply AI and robotics to solve operational challenges in live production environments at enterprise scale. As demand for intelligent automation continues to grow across Europe, we're investing in the people, facilities, and capabilities needed to bring that experience and expertise closer to our customers.”The expansion also reflects Berkshire Grey's continued investment in the region. The company plans to further expand its European capabilities across technical, engineering, service, and commercial functions to meet rising customer demand.About Berkshire GreyBerkshire Grey, a SoftBank Group wholly owned subsidiary, is a global leader in AI-driven robotics that transforms warehouse and fulfillment operations for parcels and logistics providers, 3PLs, retailers and e-commerce customers. The company provides end-to-end automation solutions at scale across critical, high-volume workflows, from picking and sortation through dock automation. Powered by deep expertise in robotics, artificial intelligence, and software, Berkshire Grey enables customers to reduce labor risk, increase throughput, and flex operations in response to rapidly changing demand.For more information about Berkshire Grey and its automation solutions, visit berkshiregrey.com.ContactAnnemarie Menellipress@berkshiregrey.com