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Expanding Motion’s Service Footprint in CanadaBirmingham, Ala. – Motion Industries, Inc., a leading distributor of maintenance, repair and operation replacement parts, and a premier provider of industrial technology solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of a new sales branch in Quebec, Canada. The new facility, located at 2903 7th Street, Val-d'Or, officially opened on June 2, 2025. This strategic location strengthens the company’s ability to better serve and expand its customer base in Northern Quebec.The Val-d’Or facility joins an extensive network of approximately 70 Motion branches across Canada, further expanding the company’s market footprint. Services include product order fulfillment supported by a large inventory network, as well as engineering and repair services in pneumatics, hydraulics and power transmission. The location also offers industry training opportunities for customers.Leadership Quotes on the New FacilityMotion’s new Val-d’Or branch enhances customer service in Northern Quebec. Brent Pope, Motion’s Senior Group Vice President, Canada & Sales Excellence, said:“This new branch is set up for success thanks to its experienced team, innovative services and strategic industrial park location. It reflects our commitment to supporting Quebec’s economy by delivering expert solutions and fostering strong community connections.”James Howe, President of Motion, added:“By establishing a foothold in Northern Quebec, we can now provide local customers with faster, more responsive service to help keep their facilities running smoothly. We’re eager to build lasting relationships through exceptional service.”A Positive Economic Impact for QuebecIn addition to providing industry-leading services, the branch will create opportunities for skilled jobs in Quebec, stimulating the local economy and supporting a thriving community.About MotionWith annual sales of over $8 billion, Motion is a leading industrial distributor of more than 18 million parts and supplies, including bearings; mechanical power transmission products; electrical and industrial automation components; hose, belting, and gaskets; hydraulic and pneumatic components; process pumps; industrial and safety products; seals and accessories; material handling solutions; and more. To increase customers’ productivity, the company offers many value-added services, including engineering, fabrication, repair and Industry 4.0 solutions across these product groups. In addition, Motion Automation Intelligence (Motion Ai), Motion Conveyance Solutions and Motion Repair & Services were formed to offer a wide range of specialized, related products and innovative solutions tailored for diverse applications.Motion North America operates over 600 branches and service centers and 17 market distribution centers. Motion Asia Pacific has nearly 150 branches and service centers and 13 distribution centers in Australasia. Motion serves more than 190,000 OEM and MRO customers in aggregate and cement, automotive, chemical and allied products, equipment and machinery, equipment rental and leasing, fabricated metals, food and beverage, iron and steel, lumber and wood, oil and gas, pulp and paper, rubber, utilities, and more. Motion is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC). Visit our website at www.Motion.com.ContactBrenda MillerMotion(205) 956-1122
High-Torque, Compact Drive Solutions Now Available Faster Than Ever for U.S. Heavy Industry CustomersSEW EURODRIVE has announced a major expansion in its U.S. manufacturing capability with the local assembly of its advanced P2.e planetary gear units, now available with lead times as short as six weeks in 2-stage and 3-stage cataloged ratios and as little as 12 weeks for non-stocked options.The new domestic assembly capability enables faster project turnaround and delivers on SEW EURODRIVE’s commitment to supporting the North American market with high-performance drive technology, engineered for reliability, flexibility, and sustainability.“With U.S.-based assembly of the P2.e line, we’re not just reducing lead times—we’re bringing world-class planetary gear performance closer to the industries that need it most,” said Austin Burdette, IG Product Manager at SEW EURODRIVE USA. “It’s compact, powerful, and designed for intelligent integration into high-demand systems.”About the P2.e Series – Compact Power for Heavy IndustryThe P2.e planetary gear unit series is engineered to deliver maximum torque in a compact footprint, with optimized fan-cooling options and new, modular motor inputs that do no longer require a pre-stage gearbox.Key features include:High Thermal Efficiency An advanced enveloping-airflow fan system provides industry-leading thermal ratings. If needed, SEW’s engineered external cooling systems can be integrated as well.Robust Durability Innovative direct bearing design (no outer ring) improves service life and reliability. Full complement cylindrical roller bearings offer excellent load-carrying capacity.Unmatched Flexibility Supports direct motor mounting, input shaft assemblies, and IEC and NEMA motor adapters. Works seamlessly with SEW’s modular drive portfolio, including motors, frequency inverters, and control systems.Wide Gear Ratio and Torque Range i = 15.2 to 332, with torque ratings from 220,000 to 1,100,000 lb-in (24.8 – 124 kNm). Available in 2- or 3-stage coaxial configurations for fine-tuned speed/torque performance. Right-angle input (X1KP.e) also possibleOptimized Lubrication Options Configurable with splash lubrication or external lubrication systems.Ideal ApplicationsThe P2.e planetary gear unit series is ideal for heavy-duty applications, including: Bulk Material Handling: conveyors, stackers, feeders Steel & Metals: roller tables, rotary kilns Pulp & Paper: press drives, pulpers Oil & Gas: screw pumps, mixers, rotary equipment Power Generation & Water Treatment: clarifiers, aerators General Heavy Industry: hoists, turntables, and integrated systemsAvailable Now – Fast Turnaround from U.S. AssemblyWith in-house assembly now operational in Wellford, South Carolina, SEW EURODRIVE can deliver complete P2.e planetary gear units to U.S. customers in as little as 6 weeks, with full access to SEWEURODRIVE’s engineering support, application services, and national service network.To learn more or request a quote, contact IGSSQuotes@seweurodrive.com or visit www.seweurodrive.com.About SEW-EURODRIVEFounded in 1931 in Bruchsal, Germany, SEW-EURODRIVE is a global leader in Industrial Automation, with operations in over 50 countries, 17 manufacturing plants, 92 assembly facilities, and more than 21,000 employees. The company holds over 1,000 patents, continuously driving technological advancements in gearmotors, frequency inverters, servo drives, and Industry 4.0 solutions.SEW-EURODRIVE provides engineered solutions in countless industries, including automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, mining, steel, logistics, energy, and more, providing customized automation solutions that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Despite its global reach, SEWEURODRIVE remains family-owned, ensuring long-term vision, strong values, and a commitment to excellence.SEW-EURODRIVE. Driving the World™ContactSEW-EURODRIVE, Inc.Michelle NAU937-307-1901MNau@seweurodrive.comSEW-EURODRIVE, Inc.Joe TETZEL864-661-1236JTetzel@seweurodrive.com
Supply chain thought leaders to discuss strategies to expand beyond traditional labor pool during roundtable-style panelGREENVILLE, N.C. (June 3, 2025) – Yale Lift Truck Technologies announces its panel discussion on talent acquisition at the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) 2025 Annual Conference, June 8-11 in New Orleans. Attendees can join the panelists on Tuesday, June 10, from 9:45-10:45 a.m. in the Grand Couteau ballroom of the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.“The warehousing industry continues to face a labor gap that demands strategic intervention,” says Brad Long, Global Activation Manager, Yale Lift Truck Technologies. “Addressing it requires operations to seize opportunities to expand their available labor pool and to develop the existing workforce through continued upskilling. That is why we are bringing together this multidisciplinary panel of experts to help warehouse leaders tackle these workforce challenges and shape a more sustainable future for the industry.”The panel, titled “Close the warehouse labor gap with an expanded workforce,” will examine the labor landscape, including sizeable segments of the population that operations often overlook. The five panelists will share their unique perspectives on how operations can tap into these underutilized groups of individuals outside of the traditional pool of mainstream candidates. In addition to practical recommendations, they will also share their firsthand experience applying these tactics, and how doing so has not only helped to fill warehouse job openings, but ultimately improve operational performance.The panelists are experts in industrial labor trends, disability consulting, warehousing and human resources. The panelists include: Brad Long, Global Activation Manger, Yale Lift Truck Technologies: With nearly 15 years of marketing expertise and six years in warehousing and powered industrial trucks, Long focuses the brand on addressing key industry challenges of labor, productivity and safety. James Emmett, Founder and CEO, James Emmett & Company: The founder of one of the most recognizable companies in disability consulting, Emmett is a global leader in implementing hidden talent hiring initiatives within the logistics industry. Brian Devine, President and CEO, Ignite Industrial Professionals: The leader of a warehouse recruiting firm, Devine started the largest survey of hourly associates in the U.S., has nearly three decades of supply chain staffing experience and is on the Advisory Roundtable for WERC and MHI. Julie Smith, Director of Human Resources, Kitchen Cabinet Distributors: An HR leader for a national wholesale distributor, Smith has extensive experience in retail sales and operating functions, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and solutions of distribution center staffing. Edward Crowe, VP of Talent Acquisition, HR Strategy and Effectiveness, KeHE: An HR executive for a national food and beverage distributor, Crowe has direct experience with the warehouse labor gap and securing executive and organizational support for hiring initiatives.In conjunction with the Annual Conference, WERC will release its DC Measures Annual Survey & Report. The report, which is sponsored by Yale, identifies the operational metrics distribution and supply chain professionals find most critical to help benchmark operations, understand industry trends and make informed decisions. Following the report’s annual release, Yale will publish an update to its companion white paper with actionable strategies for lift truck fleets to help drive performance improvements in key areas.About Yale Lift Truck TechnologiesYale Lift Truck Technologies leverages over a century of material handling experience and substantial investment in innovation to bring the most advanced technology-driven lift truck solutions to market. The company offers a full line of award-winning lift trucks, including reach trucks, order pickers, turret trucks, pallet jacks and trucks, pallet stackers, tow tractors and counterbalanced forklifts, as well as powerful operator assist solutions, proven robotics and a wide range of power sources to help customers adapt to today’s demanding supply chain. Yale and its independent dealer network support these solutions with comprehensive after-sales service, parts, financing and training.Yale Lift Truck Technologies is a division of Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hyster-Yale Inc. (NYSE:HY) which is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio and operates globally.©2025 Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., all rights reserved. Yale and are trademarks of Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.About WERCWERC, a division of MHI, is the only professional organization focused on warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment and its role in the supply chain. Through membership in WERC, seasoned professionals and those new to the industry master best practices and establish valuable relationships. Learn more about WERC at werc.org.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.ContactBrad LongYale Lift Truck Technologies252-412-3652brad.long@hyster-yale.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – CARLSTADT, NEW JERSEY / – APRIL 28th, 2025 – Element Logic®, one of the world’s largest AutoStore integrator and a leading global provider of automated warehouse solutions, is proud to announce the acquisition of ABCO Systems. ABCO Systems is a U.S.-based system integrator specializing in storage and automation solutions. This acquisition marks a pivotal milestone in Element Logic’s strategic expansion in the Americas and reinforces its commitment to revolutionizing warehouses worldwide.A powerful partnership built on shared strengthsWith over 30 years of experience in warehouse design and automation, ABCO Systems, previously owned by The Zaf Group – the family office of Mike and Robin Zafirovski, has established itself as a key automation player in the US market. Founded in Carlstadt, NJ, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering racking, pick mezzanines, storage solutions, and shelving systems - while steadily expanding its capabilities in automation. E-commerce, 3PL, retail, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cold storage are some of the sectors ABCO serves. They provide tailored solutions including robotics, goods-to-person systems, and automated sortation to improve operational efficiency and scalability. Today, with approximately 50 employees, ABCO has shown tremendous growth by helping clients implement tailored, forward-thinking solutions.“We are thrilled to welcome ABCO Systems into the Element Logic family,” Krish Nathan, CEO of the Americas of Element Logic, said. “This is more than an acquisition - it is a powerful partnership. Together, we can combine ABCO’s customer relationships and expertise with our automation capabilities to provide holistic warehouse solutions tailored to the North American market.”Supporting long-term strategy to become a full-spectrum automation partnerThe acquisition continues to strengthen Element Logic’s U.S. presence. ABCO and Element Logic’s complementary offerings are perfectly positioned to accelerate the adoption of AutoStore and other automation technologies in a market still ripe for transformation.“Element Logic and ABCO create a unique and powerful company within the industry. Very few systems integrators have the ability to implement a full turn-key solution which includes anything from storage to platforms to automation and everything in between.” Seth Weisberg, CEO of ABCO Systems, said. “Most have to farm out various aspects of any given project. Element Logic now has the ability to do individual solutions in brownfield buildings if that is what is required, or an entire greenfield solution.”This acquisition aligns seamlessly with Element Logic’s long-term strategy to broaden its diverse technology portfolio and serve as a full-spectrum automation partner.“This acquisition is a significant milestone in our journey to revolutionize warehouse performance worldwide,” Ankush Malhotra, Group CEO of Element Logic, said. “ABCO’s strong market position, deep domain and industry expertise and customer-centric approach make them a perfect fit. Together, this gives us the scale to be a full-spectrum automation partner in the Americas and bring world class innovation solutions to the market and our customer base. We are delighted to have the ABCO team join the Element Logic family.”About Element Logic®Element Logic optimizes warehouse performance through cutting-edge technology, AI-driven software, and tailored solutions that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Element Logic is a global technology company founded in 1985, with more than 900 employees across 30 countries specializing in intelligent warehouse automation, and it’s the world’s first and largest AutoStore partner.With a strong heritage rooted in innovation, Element Logic empowers businesses across industries to maximize success by automating workflows and improving logistics operations. Their unique combination of expertise, proven track record, and commitment to both, people and technology, make them the preferred partner for warehouses aiming to gain a competitive edge.At Element Logic®, people are the greatest resource. It is their bravery, passion, and reliability values that enables them to deliver smarter solutions for their customers to succeed. Optimizing warehouse performance is not just a slogan - it is their mission.Learn more at www.elementlogic.us and follow them on LinkedIn and YouTube.About ABCO SystemsABCO Systems is a full-service systems integrator specializing in end-to-end material handling and automation solutions. They design, build, and support scalable systems that combine racking, mezzanines, conveyors, sortation, robotics, pick modules, and more - tailored to the unique needs of each facility.As consumer demand accelerates and supply chains grow more complex, ABCO helps businesses stay competitive by integrating smart, flexible technologies that streamline every stage of warehouse operations - from order picking and packing to storage and fulfillment. Their solutions are built through trusted partnerships with leading automation and storage manufacturers, ensuring long-term performance and ROI.Whether modernizing existing infrastructure or developing a new distribution center, ABCO Systems is committed to guiding clients through every stage of the process - from concept and engineering to installation and ongoing support. Delivering systems and building lasting solutions.ABCO Systems was exclusively advised by Stillwater Capital Corporation.ContactAnkush | Malhotra Group CEO - Element Logicankush.malhotra@elementlogic.net | +44 7970102032Krish Nathan | CEO Americas Element Logickrish.nathan@elementlogic.us | +1 818 554 8274Seth Weisberg | CEO – ABCO Systemssethw@abcosystems.com I +1 212 242 7514Visit us at: elementlogic.us | abcosystems.net
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Transbotics engineers designed a Laser-Guided Tugger vehicle to move cart-trains weighing up to 65,000 pounds of palletized glass for a major client in the North American food and beverage industry. These automated guided vehicles (AGVs) carefully move and stop while fully loaded with palletized glass, preventing tower pallets from toppling over. They are programmed to work side by side with automatic train loading machinery and conveyor systems. Transbotics technicians integrated the AGV system seamlessly into the existing automated process.
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