WEST FARGO, N.D. (Sept. 22, 2026) – Bobcat Company and its employees recently came together to support communities through Doosan Bobcat Community Days and the company’s annual Fall Giving Campaign—contributing both hands-on volunteer support and charitable donations that made a meaningful impact in the communities where employees live and work.Doosan Bobcat Community DaysAs part of Doosan Bobcat Community Days, employees across North America and other global locations participated in volunteer projects supporting local nonprofits and community organizations.These efforts supported initiatives focused on education, environmental stewardship and community development. In many cases, Bobcat equipment was used to help complete projects more efficiently, reinforcing the company’s ability to make a tangible difference in the communities it serves.More than 200 employees contributed 2,000 volunteer hours in support of community projects across North America. Key initiatives included clearing and creating nature trails, picking up litter, renovating community campsites and planting trees.“At Bobcat, we believe strong communities are built through action,” said Stacey Breuer, vice president of HR, Doosan Bobcat North America, Inc. “Doosan Bobcat Community Days brings our employees together around a shared purpose, creating positive impact in the places where we live and work while demonstrating our commitment to being a responsible community partner.”Fall Giving CampaignIn addition to volunteering during Doosan Bobcat Community Days, employees also supported their communities through charitable giving during the company's annual Fall Giving campaign.Bobcat employees in the North America region supported nonprofit organizations of their choice, with Bobcat matching donations to amplify the impact of each contribution. By combining volunteerism with charitable giving, the campaign provides employees with flexible ways to support causes that matter most to them—while helping strengthen communities.In total, Bobcat and its employees donated more than $100,000 to 80 nonprofit organizations across North America. Bobcat matched donations dollar-for-dollar—up to $3,000 per employee—expanding the overall impact of employee contributions."Supporting organizations our employees care about is core to who we are at Bobcat," said Breuer. "Our Fall Giving campaign is designed to help our employees’ generosity go further while supporting nonprofits that are making a meaningful difference in our communities."Throughout the year, Bobcat partners with organizations that advance its community engagement priorities, including STEM education, workforce development and disaster relief. As part of this commitment, the company recently announced a $1 million multi-year investment in the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum to help develop hands-on STEM experiences that inspire future generations.Bobcat also expanded its partnership with The Salvation Army through an additional $465,000 equipment donation—bringing total contributions to more than $1.35 million since 2024.Together, these efforts reflect Bobcat’s broader approach to community impact—supporting the communities it serves while empowering employees to take an active role in creating positive change.About Bobcat Company Bobcat Company empowers people to accomplish more, a mission it has honored since creating the compact equipment industry in 1958. As a leading global manufacturer, Bobcat has a proud legacy of innovation, delivering smart solutions to customers’ toughest challenges. Backed by the support of a global dealership network, Bobcat offers an extensive line of worksite solutions, including loaders, excavators, tractors, utility vehicles, telehandlers, mowers, turf renovation equipment, light compaction, portable power, industrial air, forklifts, attachments, implements, parts and services.With its North American headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Bobcat leads the industry with its innovative offerings designed to transform how the world works, builds cities and supports communities for a more sustainable future. The Bobcat brand is owned by Doosan Bobcat Inc., a company within Doosan Group.

Rapid growth and increasing customer expectations are placing ever greater demands on third-party logistics (3PL) providers to deliver speed, accuracy, and full traceability. At U.S.-based Commonwealth Warehouse Inc., the transition from paper-based processes to digital data capture using KEYENCE BT Series handheld computers is driving dramatic improvements in accuracy, throughput, and QA process management.With its headquarters in St. Bernard, Ohio, Commonwealth Warehouse operates a total of seven facilities in Ohio and Kentucky, primarily around the Cincinnati area.“We provide 3PL support through flexible warehousing space, multimodal transportation, and fulfillment,” explains Tom Hull, the company’s QA Manager.From paper to precisionAs the business scales, so too does the need for more robust quality control and traceability. Previously reliant on manual, paper-based systems, Commonwealth Warehouse faced inherent limita“Prior to adopting KEYENCE handheld computers, we relied on paper pick tickets and paper receipts,” says Hull. “The potential for human error was clear, and it would inevitably cause issues from time-to-time. We require full traceability on any license plate - pallet, container, box - moving through our system. It’s essential to have complete confidence in item and lot number accuracy, especially in the event of a client recall, where an immediate response is paramount.”To address these challenges, Commonwealth Warehouse implemented a fleet of KEYENCE BT Series handheld computers, primarily the BT-A700 model, alongside a smaller number of BT-A600 devices for a specialized application.Seamless integration, immediate impactA key factor in the success of the project was seamless integration between the KEYENCE devices and the company’s new warehouse management system (WMS): Synapse WebRF by Made4Net.“It was virtually plug and play; so simple and smooth,” reveals Hull. “Setting up one BT Series handheld computer took about five minutes before we cloned the configuration across the rest. If we received a batch of devices in the morning, they would be delivered to work locations and operational by lunchtime.”“We kept hearing from existing users of our chosen WMS that the KEYENCE BT Series was what we needed, and that’s proven absolutely correct,” he adds.Driving accuracy and eliminating errorsThe transition to digital scanning has delivered immediate and measurable benefits, particularly in reducing costly mis-shipments.“I estimate we’ve saved thousands of dollars just by eliminating mis-shipments caused by human error,” says Hull. “Accuracy is the biggest improvement.”The BT-A700 handheld computers, which make up most of the company’s deployment, offer a wide reading range, from just a few centimeters up to 10 meters, enabling operators to scan items quickly and reliably.Their ergonomic design and robust wireless connectivity further enhance productivity in busy warehouse environments.Meanwhile, the BT-A600 models play a critical role in a specialized customer project at Commonwealth Warehouse that requires validation between two labels on outbound shipments.“The BT-A600 is vital for that application,” explains Hull. “We need to confirm that specific fields on two labels match before shipping. The accuracy and speed of the BT-A600 scanners make it possible.”By leveraging the BT Application Design Tool in combination with AI powered OCR (optical character recognition), the device can capture barcodes, read printed text, compare required data points between both labels, and record each verification. Together, these capabilities deliver precise and dependable label validation beyond the limits of traditional barcode scanning technology.Transforming receiving operationsOne of the most significant operational improvements is in the receiving process, where digital data capture has dramatically reduced dock-to-stock times.“If the product is properly labeled, we can scan it as we unload the truck and it becomes available in the system immediately,” says Hull. “Previously, we had to write everything down, label it, put it away, and then manually enter the data. Dock-to-stock could take 90 to 120 minutes, sometimes longer for bulky items. Now we can process a full truckload in as little as 15 minutes in some cases.”Enhancing QA and visibilityBeyond speed and accuracy, the KEYENCE BT Series devices are strengthening Commonwealth Warehouse’s QA management processes.“Auditing used to be a long process,” he remarks. “Auditors would pick pallets, write down information, and then return to the office for verification against the system. Now they just scan the pallet, and the system tells them exactly what should be there. The auditors compare it physically and the job is done.”The ability to scan items anywhere in the workflow, including on trucks or in staging areas, ensures real-time visibility across operations, providing “a huge advantage”.Flexible, future-ready technologyAnother important benefit is the flexibility offered by the KEYENCE development environment, facilitated by the BT Application Design Tool.“We’ve been able to develop custom applications to support specific customer requirements,” says Hull. “If the scope of a project changes, we can adapt quickly. That’s been huge for us and provides opportunities for future projects as well.”The ability to manage multiple data formats, including barcodes, QR codes, and OCR (Optical Character Recognition), further supports the diverse needs of Commonwealth Warehouse’s customer base.Strong partnership and ongoing supportHull is equally positive about the company’s experience of working with KEYENCE.“Fantastic - one of the best suppliers I work with today,” he says. “KEYENCE have been very supportive and responsive, from initial selection through to on-site support and aftersales service.”He concludes: “It’s clear to see that we’re not shy about investing in quality. If there’s a way to improve accuracy and customer satisfaction, we’ll do it. Our investment in KEYENCE handheld computers exemplifies that ethos.”About KEYENCEKEYENCE has steadily grown since 1974 to become an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of automation equipment worldwide. Our products consist of automation sensors, static eliminators, barcode readers, measuring instruments, vision systems, laser markers, and digital microscopes.ContactBrenna RotiPhone: (201) 930-0100 ext.70605Brenna.Roti@keyence.com

Trumann, AR - Roach Conveyors has received U.S. Patent No. 12,722,904 B1 for its CrossX™ Easy Transfer Roller, a conveyor roller design that converts a standard roller conveyor section into a bidirectional lateral transfer surface without requiring modifications to the existing conveyor frame.CrossX™ replaces standard 1.9-inch O.D. grooved conveyor rollers and allows cartons, totes, and irregular loads to move both along and across the conveyor surface. The design provides lateral movement and product reorientation using the existing conveyor frame, providing an alternative to replacing the section with a transverse roller top belt conveyor.Designed as a drop-in roller replacement for compatible 1.9-inch O.D. grooved conveyor frames, CrossX™ allows facilities to upgrade an existing conveyor section by changing the rollers while retaining the existing frame.CrossX™ also addresses ergonomic challenges in parcel, distribution, and manufacturing applications where operators manually move products across conveyor lines. Testing showed that CrossX™ can reduce the push force required to move a load by up to 80 percent compared to standard conveyor rollers.Applications include manual transfer zones, right-angle transitions, sorter support areas, intersecting conveyor lines, ergonomic workstations, and other operations requiring controlled lateral movement.CrossX™ is available in configurations for gravity, grooved, Poly-V, belt-driven live roller, and chain-driven live roller conveyor applications.For more information about the CrossX™ Easy Transfer Roller, visit roachconveyors.com/crossx or contact Roach Conveyors.About Roach ConveyorsFounded in 1953, Roach Conveyors manufactures conveyor systems and components for material handling applications across parcel and e-commerce, warehousing and distribution, manufacturing, packaging, airports, and other industries. Roach designs and manufactures conveyor equipment at its facility in Trumann, Arkansas, with solutions ranging from standard conveyor products to custom systems engineered around specific application requirements.