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A loading dock is typically an elevated opening (or openings) in a building’s sidewall where shipments are sorted and staged for loading and unloading of trailers, shipping containers or rail cars. To make that area more accessible and safe during the movement of goods, loading dock equipment and attachments are used. Because the shipping and receiving process requires personnel to conduct loading and unloading processes, dock equipment is designed to ensure the safety of both the workers and the loads as they enter and exit the trailer. Typical equipment includes attachments that secure and bridge the gap between the vehicle and the dock, lighting to illuminate the inside of the trailer, building-to-vehicle communication systems and weather protection. What Is Dock Equipment? There are several types of dock equipment. These include: Security: To secure the trailer, shipping container or rail car to the dock face, or outside wall of the dock door area, and ensure that it does not roll or shift away, a variety of devices are employed. These include: Dock bumpers - Pieces of rubber located at the floor level of a dock opening to cushion the building from truck trailer impact. Chocks (also called wheel chocks - Triangular blocks of rubber, wood or metal placed in front of, between or behind truck wheels to prevent trailer movement. Trailer restraint - Mechanical or hydraulic devices attached to the dock face that connect to the trailer to prevent its movement. Trailer jack – A device used to support the vehicle end of an over-the-road trailer when the vehicle departs, leaving the trailer behind for extended loading or unloading. Gap bridging: To properly align the floor of the dock and the floor of the trailer, shipping container or railcar—or to close any space between the two—a variety of devices are used to adjust the elevation of the vehicle and bridge the gap. These include: Dock board or dock plate- A portable plate that can be placed manually or with a lift truck. Dock ramp or yard ramp – A portable metal ramp with curbs and wheels attached, pushed into position at the rear of a truck or side of a railcar to provide a bridge down to ground level for personnel or lift trucks to use in loading and unloading. The longer the ramp, the less steep the angle to be climbed. Dock leveler or edge-of-dock leveler - A manually, hydraulically air or electrically operated plate, located at the dock entrance, that can be raised and lowered to accommodate varying trailer floor heights. Dock lift – A fixed lift whose travel is generally 5 feet or less that is used to load/unload material from trucks and transfer it to dock or ground elevation. For loading and unloading trailers when no direct access to the building is available, a movable device can be used instead. These portable dock platforms use a scissor lift mechanism to lift the surface up to the level of the trailer. This allows personnel and handling equipment to ride up to the trailer and back down to ground level with loads. Hinged bridge - A hinged transition plate attached to the edge of the dock platform that unfolds to reach the truck bed. Conveyor – In certain facilities, trailers can be loaded or unloaded from a conveyor line in a fluid load process. Lighting: Lights are often used at the dock to both illuminate the work area, as well as to facilitate communication between personnel at the dock and a truck driver. Types include: Communication lights – Similar to traffic signals, these two- or three-light devices operate in pairs. The exterior light station signals to the truck driver when it is safe to dock the vehicle or depart from the dock. The interior light station notifies warehouse personnel that a vehicle is present at the dock face. Illumination lighting – Because dock areas are often utilized at night, dock lights are used to illuminate the work area, as well as to bring light into the trailer, shipping container or railcar to help personnel do their jobs safely. Weather protection: For dock areas that are exposed to the elements, a variety of devices are used to protect workers and surfaces from rain, snow, ice, heat and humidity. These include: Loading dock door – Similar to a residential garage door, these retractable doors can be made of panels or curtains to control ambient temperature and humidity inside the building. They can be opened manually or automatically when a trailer is secured to the dock face. Dock seal or weather seal - A rubber or canvas covered pad or drape that extends a few inches out from a dock face to seal the gap between the dock and the trailer’s entrance. Dock shelter - A cover that can be extended to protect the opening between the door of a rail car or truck and a warehouse from inclement weather. How Is Dock Equipment Used? Dock equipment is used at the point where a trailer, shipping container or railcar is loaded or unloaded. Shipping: At the dock faces where outbound shipments leave the facility Receiving: At the dock faces where inbound shipments arrive at a facility Yard: If a building has no elevated dock openings, or if all dock openings are occupied by other vehicles, loading and unloading can be accomplished in the yard What Are the Benefits? Dock equipment provides a variety of benefits: Communication: Lighting that indicates and directs truck drivers and warehouse personnel that it is safe to park, enter or exit a trailer Illumination: Lighting that extends into the trailer to help warehouse personnel as they load or unload contents Loading and unloading: Providing safe access by bridging the gap between the dock face and trailer, shipping container or railcar Safety: Preventing personnel or loads from tripping or falling through any gap between the trailer, shipping container or railcar and the dock face Security: Securing the transport vehicle to the building to prevent movement until the loading or unloading process is complete Weather protection: Protecting personnel and loads from inclement weather Where Is Dock Equipment Used? Dock equipment can be found in facilities in nearly every industry, including: Aerospace Appliance Automotive Beverage Chemicals Construction Consumer goods E-Commerce Food Hardware Hospital Manufacturing Materials processing Paper Pharmaceutical Plastics Retail Warehousing and distribution Read more about how Dock Equipment is used in different industries and applications. Case studies detailing the use of Dock Lifts can be found here. Learn More About Dock Equipment Loading Dock Equipment Manufacturers (LODEM) Industry Group Loading Dock Equipment Manufacturers (LODEM) Industry Group Members Dock Equipment Standards
Logistics Reply is a leading provider of innovative software solutions for the supply chain execution market. Part of the Reply Group, Logistics Reply specializes in warehouse, transportation, and supply chain visibility solutions designed to deliver agility, efficiency, and traceability across complex operations. Our flagship platform, LEA Reply, is a cloud-native, modular solution that empowers organizations to build smart, responsive, and scalable supply chains—adapting quickly to industry challenges and accelerating digital transformation across the enterprise.
BITO-Lagertechnik Bittmann GmbH is an innovative manufacturer of storage and material handling solutions. As one of the few full line suppliers in this field, BITO provides shelving & racking, bins & containers, order picking and in-house transport solutions for any industry. With our manufacturing competence, customer-oriented product portfolio and tailor-made solutions, we count among Europe’s market leaders and are proud to serve more than 70,000 customers worldwide. Storage systems and material handling equipment made in Germany: We are a long established, medium sized family business, locally rooted, yet acting on a global scale. Since BITO was founded in 1845, both the company headquarters including our R&D department as well as our production facilities have been located in our region. BITO continues to regard its employees as its most valuable asset. Great importance is attached to listening to each other, standing up for each other and being in good contact with each other
OMNIA™ (formerly Rotacaster) is the world leader in the design and manufacture of omni wheels. Omni wheels provide 360° movement capability for fixed wheel applications, without the need for swivel mounts. Unlike caster wheel alternatives, omni wheels turn without turning and are more robust, impact and wear resistant. OMNIA omni wheels provide intuitive movement capability for Robotics; deliver significant speed and safety ROI for Materials Handling applications; and offer endless diversion and sortation manipulations for Conveyor Transfers. Australian made and patented, OMNIA omni wheels are used in more than 50 countries for a wide variety of powered and manual applications, and in sectors such as medical, disability, transport, logistics, manufacturing, warehousing, government and retail. Get in touch to learn more about how OMNIA omni wheels could transform your product’s capability and ergonomic performance today.
New Age Industrial is a cutting-edge manufacturer of high-efficiency aluminum material handling equipment designed to optimize storage and transportation in warehouses, distribution centers, e-commerce fulfillment centers, and more. The lightweight, durable aluminum solutions from New Age Industrial offer exceptional versatility and longevity. Our innovative equipment is designed for manual picking environments or seamless integration with forklifts, man-up order pickers, robotics and AI-powered systems to deliver unparalleled efficiency, productivity, and flexibility. Our team of experts works closely with you to design customized solutions that perfectly meet your unique requirements. Our tailored solutions will help optimize operations, reduce costs, and enhance worker safety and ergonomics. We are committed to providing unique, innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. Discover how our extensive range of aluminum equipment solutions can optimize your operations!

Bologna, Italy – October 09, 2025 – Datalogic MemorTM 17 Healthcare mobile computer has been officially approved by Epic for use with its Rover clinical mobile application.System integrators, resellers, and hospital IT departments now have access to a complete package for clinical applications: Epic Rover plus a healthcare-specific, high-performance mobile computer.Epic Rover allows healthcare professionals to record documentation and conduct barcode validation at the point of care, typically the patient bedside. The application relies on barcode scanning technology to verify the patient, medication, and dose. Datalogic’s most advanced healthcare-grade mobile computer, Memor 17 HC, is a great fit for the Epic Rover application thanks to the performance of the advanced DL2121 scan engine and the multi-side NFC reader. To ensure adequate inter-operability and compatibility, Epic tested the embedded scan engine of the Memor 17 HC prior to approving it for Epic Rover use.“Offering enterprise-grade power in a pocket-sized design, our Memor 17 HC mobile computer combined with Epic Rover ensures better care through the prevention of medication errors and patient misidentification,” said Rosario Casillo, Data Capture Product and Solutions Executive VP at Datalogic. “Resellers, system integrators, and healthcare facility IT teams involved in expansion or replacement projects can now tap into the benefits of our high-performance Memor 17 HC safe in the knowledge of its ‘approved’ status.”The full-touch Memor 17 HC with fast, easy scanning and uninterrupted coverage helps front-line healthcare professionals deliver the highest standards of patient safety, data access, and workflow efficiency. Clinicians can make informed decisions in real time and complete tasks more quickly to spend more time with patients at the point of care.Designed specifically for the healthcare market, the Memor 17 HC can withstand repeated disinfection. Moreover, the use of Datalogic’s proprietary Green Spot technology provides important market differentiation with its highly visible, silent good-read feedback in quiet patient care areas like neonatal wards or intensive care units.For more information, visit www.datalogic.com.About DatalogicOne of the global technology leaders in the automatic data capture and industrial automation markets since 1972, specializes in the design and production of barcode readers, mobile computers, sensors for detection, measurement and safety, machine vision and laser marking systems. These products and solutions enhance efficiency and quality across the entire value chain, in industries such as retail, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and healthcare.Trusted by major global players in its four target sectors, Datalogic is recognized for its customer focus and commitment to quality, upheld by the Group for over 50 years.Today, Datalogic Group, headquartered in Bologna (Italy), employs approximately 2,700 staff worldwide, distributed in 27 countries, with 9 manufacturing and repair facilities in the U.S.A., Hungary, Slovakia, Italy, China, and Vietnam, 10 Research & Development centers in Italy, U.S.A., China, Vietnam, Czech Republic and Sweden.In 2024, Datalogic Group recorded sales of € 493.8 million and invested € 65.9 million in R&D. Datalogic S.p.A. has been listed in the Euronext STAR Milan segment of the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001 as DAL.MI. Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A. in many countries, including the U.S.A. and the E.U. Other trademarks belong to their respective owners. Visit www.datalogic.com.ContactElena Figurae.figura@mepax.com+34 619 472 668

In-person event to feature over 1,000 exhibitors, 200 sessions and keynotes from Richard McPhail, Salim Ismail and Dale Earnhardt JrWhen the largest manufacturing and supply chain trade event of 2026, MODEX, returns to Atlanta on April 13 it will include over 1,000 exhibitors from leading solution providers and a comprehensive Educational Conference focusing on best-in-class solutions for manufacturing and supply chain operations. MODEX 2026 exhibits will represent all segments of the material handling, logistics and transportation industry, from traditional, manual equipment to computerized, automated systems and smart, connected supply chain technologies and last mile logistics.“Only MODEX, delivers face-to-face business interactions and immersive firsthand experiences with cutting-edge supply chain equipment, technology, and solutions,” says John Paxton, CEO, MHI. “The value of seeing and operating these solutions in-person, in-action on the exhibition floor, participating in informative educational sessions, and connecting with industry thought leaders and innovators is critical to taking your operations to the next level of excellence.”“Supply chains are essential to global commerce.” says Daniel McKinnon, Chief Exhibitions Officer, MHI. “By experiencing the diverse range of solutions, engaging with industry-leading suppliers, and networking with peers, supply chain professionals can discover opportunities that will pave the way for their future success.”MODEX 2026 Conference In addition to the exhibits, the MODEX Conference will include five keynotes and over 200 show floor educational sessions covering leading trends, best practices and state-of-the-art equipment and technology solutions that can make manufacturing and the entire supply chain work more resiliently, efficiently and profitably.April 13 Keynote: Lessons Learned from the Supply Chain Front LineRichard McPhail, CFO, The Home DepotApril 14 Keynote: Exponential AI Supply Chains: Transforming Logistics with AI and the ExO MethodologySalim Ismail, Exponential Strategist, Founder & Chairman of OpenExO, Founding Executive Director of Singularity University, Former Yahoo VPApril 15 Keynote: A Conversation with a Racing LegendDale Earnhardt, Jr.April 15 Keynote Panel: Preview of MHI 2026 Annual Industry ReportModerators: John Paxton, CEO, MHI and Wanda Johnson, Technology Fellow, Deloitte Consulting LLPApril 15: MHI Industry Night with Jim GaffiganAn exclusive event with food, drinks and entertainment by comedian Jim Gaffigan, where the MHI Innovation Award winners will be announced.Women in the Supply Chain Industry Forum on April 13 at MODEXMHI has partnered with Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association and the Warehousing, Education and Research Council (WERC) to bring an afternoon of discussion, education, and networking for women in our industry.MHI Young Professionals Network Reception on April 13 at MODEXThis event provides attendees to network and connect with young professionals in the material handling and supply chain industry.MODEX 2024 Student Day on April 15MHI in partnership with Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC), College Industry Council on Material Handling Education (CICMHE), Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) and the Material Handling Education Foundation (MHEFI) presents Student Day at MODEX. More than 400 students will have the opportunity to tour the exhibition and gain first-hand experiences of the latest supply chain technologies.MODEX is the largest manufacturing and supply chain expo held 2026. The event will be held April 13-16 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center.For more information on exhibiting or attending MODEX, visit modexshow.com.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, workforce solution providers, 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 produces the ProMat and MODEX expositions that 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 reliable solutions for bulk goods accommodate a wide range of plant arrangements and offer various application-specific options for long service life, low maintenance, and excellent load capacity.In the bulk material handling industry, temperature fluctuations, abrasive environments, and rough operating conditions are commonplace. NORD modular drive systems consisting of gear units, electric motors, and intelligent variable frequency drives are individually configured to specific application requirements, accommodating a wide range of plant arrangements and implementation of customer-specific design specifications.Robust Drive Solutions for High-Performance Stockyard SystemsStockyard systems are at the heart of bulk material handling operations, providing essential buffering, storage, and blending functions for mining, power generation, cement production, grain, and other industries. NORD provides durable, dynamic drive solutions designed specially for the quantity of material, properties of the material, as well as the ambient operating conditions, ensuring the drive system is matched to the application for continuous operation and maximum throughput. These solutions include robust UNICASE™ helical bevel gear units, heavy-duty MAXXDRIVE XC right-angle and parallel shaft industrial gear units, and UNICASE parallel shaft gear units paired with NORDAC FLEX decentralized variable frequency drives or NORDAC PRO SK 500P control cabinet variable frequency drives. Optimally matched components such as couplings and brakes, plus flexible implementation of customer-specific design specifications including drive pinions, output flanges, and motor swing bases deliver efficient, long-lasting performance.Reliable Transportation Through Bulk Goods ConveyingIn the demanding world of bulk material handling, conveyor systems play a fundamental part in transporting aggregates, grains, powders, and other bulk solids from one part of the facility to another. These systems require drive solutions that are robust, reliable, and efficient to keep operations flowing without downtime or delays. NORD’s solutions are engineered for all types of conveyor applications including horizontal, vertical, inclining, declining, and more. They determine the ideal solution by considering the mass flow rate, conveyor length, and construction to provide a solution that meets precise requirements. Large conveyor systems typically utilize MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units as they offer output torques up to 2,495,900 lb-in, are highly versatile with extensive input and output options, and ensure excellent load capacity for reliable transportation. For smaller conveyor applications such as drag conveyors and screw conveyors, UNICASE helical bevel gear units and UNICASE parallel shaft gear units offer powerful, compact solutions with long service life and low maintenance.Intelligent Control of Weighing and Metering SystemsAccuracy and efficiency are important when it comes to weighing and dosing systems. NORD drives can be 1/3controlled individually via variable frequency drives to intelligently meter, weigh, and adjust mass flow for precise bulk goods infeed control. NORDAC FLEX variable frequency drives and NORDAC PRO SK 500P variable frequency drives feature a POSICON integrated positioning mode and synchronization for high precision control. Plug-and-play capabilities combined with bus system connectors greatly simplify installation and maintenance as signal interference and bulky cables are eliminated. An integrated PLC additionally enables detection of blockages in systems and can automatically alternate reverse/forward operation to free the material blockage.Robust Solutions for Loading and UnloadingFrom ports and terminals to processing plants, the ability to move vast quantities of materials quickly and safely is essential for operational success. NORD provides robust, high-torque drive solutions engineered to power the most demanding loading and unloading equipment, ensuring maximum system availability and optimized performance. UNICASE helical bevel gear units offer powerful performance capable of moving large systems such as mobile ship loaders, clamshell unloaders, and bucket-wheel stacker-reclaimers,positioning them as needed to access various areas of stockyard operations. To withstand the harsh environmental conditions, gear units in these areas are additionally equipped with heavy-duty housings sealed against moisture ingress and fitted with corrosion and moisture-resistant components. Application-specific options such as dust and corrosion-protected brakes, micro-switches for continuous brake monitoring, or double canopies serving as drip covers for motor fans are also available. These features further enhance the durability of the drive systems and ensure they achieve an extended service life.NORD’s extensive product portfolio is constantly being developed and extended. Through continuous investment in the latest development, manufacturing, and automation technology, NORD can provide their customers with drive systems optimized for the specific requirements of their industry. Visit nord.com.About NORD DRIVESYSTEMS® GroupWith more than 4,900 employees, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has been developing, producing, and selling drive technology for over 50 years, and it is a global leader among full-service providers in the industry. In addition to standard drives, NORD delivers application-specific designs and solutions for special requirements, such as energy-saving drives or explosion-protected systems. NORD has subsidiaries and sales partners in 80 countries worldwide. The dense sales and service network guarantees optimal availability, enabling short delivery times, and customer-oriented service. NORD produces a very diverse range of drives for torques from 88 lb-in to more than 2.5 million lb-in, provides motors in the power range of 0.16 – 1,341 hp, and manufactures frequency inverters with the required power electronics of up to 200 hp. Inverter solutions are available for conventional control cabinet installations as well as for decentralized, fully-integrated drive units. Visit nord.com.

This award honors female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments, mentorship and examples set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain networkNorthlake, Texas (September 8, 2025) Ehrhardt Partner Group (EPG), a global leader in unified supply chain execution and warehouse management technology, announced today that Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive named Lindsay Schuemann, Director of Marketing, as a recipient of the 2025 Women in Supply Chain Award in the Trailblazers Category for the second consecutive year. The award honors female leaders whose accomplishments, mentorship, and contributions are helping shape the future of supply chain and logistics.“Every year, the award winners amaze me. Regardless of the disruptions, economic uncertainty, and other industry challenges, these women in supply chain winners are doing remarkable things for their communities, organizations and teams,” says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Co-Founder of the Women in Supply Chain Forum. “In correlation with the theme of this year’s Women in Supply Chain Forum, these female logistics leaders are rising up; they’re strengthening leadership pipelines, enforcing a people-first leadership approach, spearheading new product introductions, and transforming the way the industry views women in supply chain. I couldn’t be more proud of this year’s winners.”Lindsay Schuemann is a seasoned supply chain and logistics technology marketing leader with over 13 years of experience driving growth for some of the industry’s most innovative brands. She is dedicated to helping industry professionals modernize operations, streamline processes, and improve efficiency through the adoption of advanced technologies. Since joining EPG in early 2025, Schuemann has strengthened the company’s visibility in the Americas, established strategic partnerships, secured multiple industry awards, and built a foundation for stronger regional and global brand alignment.“Lindsay stood out immediately as the clear choice to lead EPG’s marketing efforts in the Americas,” said Hermann Pulm, Vice President of Sales at EPG. “Her insight and vision have already made a meaningful impact. She has a rare ability to translate complex technology into human-centered storytelling that helps supply chain leaders improve agility, enhance efficiency, and drive stronger operational performance.”“I’m honored to be recognized by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive alongside such an inspiring group of women who are breaking barriers and shaping the future of supply chain,” said Lindsay Schuemann, EPG’s Director of Marketing. “In a traditionally male-dominated industry, the voices and leadership of women bring invaluable perspective and lasting impact. Thank you, Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, for highlighting the contributions women are making across the supply chain.”Go to the Supply & Demand Chain Executive site to view the full list of winners. Recipients will be honored at this year’s Women in Supply Chain Forum, set to take place November 18-20, 2025 in Clearwater Beach, FL. Go to www.WomenInSupplyChainForum.com to register and learn more.To learn more about how Lindsay and the team at EPG are enabling smarter connected logistics for organizations worldwide, visit epg.com.About EPGEhrhardt Partner Group (EPG) is a global leader of unified supply chain execution technology, supporting global brands for over 35 years with smarter connected logistics. Over 1,600 organizations around the world put their trust in EPG and its suite of solutions to optimize complex logistics processes from manual to fully automated warehouse environments. EPG ONE™ unified supply chain software centralizes WMS, WCS, WFM, voice solutions, multi-carrier global shipping execution, intelligent route optimization, dock management, contract and billing management, and supply chain control tower, enabling integrated supply chain and logistics management from end-to-end. To learn how EPG powers smarter connect logistics for organizations worldwide, visit epg.com.About Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain ExecutiveFood Logistics reaches more than 26,000 supply chain executives in the global food and beverage industries, including executives in the food sector (growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers and grocers) and the logistics section (transportation, warehousing, distribution, software and technology) who share a mutual interest in the operations and business aspects of the global cold food supply chain. Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development and more. Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive also operate SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum. Go to www.FoodLogistics.com and www.SDCExec.About IRONMARKETSIRONMARKETS, formerly known as AC Business Media, is a leading business-to-business media and buyer engagement platform with a portfolio of renowned brands in heavy construction, asphalt, concrete, paving, rental, sustainability, landscape, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain markets. IRONMARKETS delivers relevant, cutting-edge content to its audiences through its industry-leading digital properties, trade shows, conferences, videos, magazines, webinars, and newsletters. It also provides advertisers the analytics, data, and ability to reach their target audience. Learn more at www.iron.markets.ContactLindsay SchuemannDirector of MarketingEhrhardt Partner Group (EPG)(414) 559-8995lindsay.schuemann@epg.com

MAVs deliver a lot of benefits, including higher efficiency, productivity, safety, and flexibility. To provide safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of materials. To supplement or replace manually-operated material handling vehicles, such as forklifts, tuggers, and order pickers. For greater flexibility in material transport compared to fixed solutions, such as conveyors. In response to shortages in labor, allowing reassignment of employees to areas where they can add more value. To eliminate associate travel time during picking and order fulfillment.

This document provides an introduction to SLAM (Scan, Label, Apply, Manifest), which is a critical element in "the last 100 feet" of every warehouse in the world.The document defines the following topics: Pack, Scan, Label & Apply, Manifest, and Transport & Sort. Within each topic area are best practice recommendations on how to apply SLAM principles to your application.This document was created by the SLAM Industry Group. For more information, please visit https://www.mhi.org/slam.
Price: $25.00This standard applies to underhung cranes whose end trucks operate on the lower flange of a patented-track runway section; and to carriers (trolleys) operating on single-track patented-track monorail systems, including all curves, switches, transfer devices, lift and drop sections, and associated equipment. Systems used for transporting personnel require special considerations and are not included in this standard. This standard does not apply to enclosed-track runway sections, enclosed-track monorail systems, structural-shape runway section, or structural-shape monorail systems. Refer to ANSI MH27.2 2025, Enclosed Rack Underhung Cranes and Monorail Systems for enclosed-track runway sections and enclosed-track monorail systems.Hoist(s) or carrier(s) may be supplied by the crane manufacturer, crane distributor, crane installer, or by the user. In either case, the applicable portions of ASME/ANSI B30.16, Overhead Hoists (Underhung); ASME B30.11, Monorails and Underhung Cranes and appropriate ASME HST Performance Standards apply to the hoist(s) and carrier(s). If the hoist(s) or carrier(s) are supplied by the user, the crane builder shall be provided with certified dimensional drawings with all required data including wiring diagrams, carrier collector locations and weights.This standard includes considerations for cranes and monorail equipment only. It does not include considerations or specifications for the design of the building, the design of supporting structure, electrical power supply, or erection.This standard applies to systems operating in normal ambient temperatures and atmospheric conditions; any other conditions require special consideration.
Price: $25.00This standard applies to underhung cranes whose end trucks operate on the internal flange of a runway using enclosed track section; and to trolleys (carriers) operating on single-track monorail systems, including all curves, switches, transfer devices, lift and drop sections, and associated equipment. Systems used for transporting personnel require special considerations and are not included in these specifications. This standard does not apply to underhung cranes whose end trucks operate on the lower flange of a patented-track runway section. Refer to ANSI MH27.1-2025, Patented Track Underhung Cranes and Monorail Systems for patented-track runway sections and patented-track monorail systems.Hoist(s) or carrier(s) may be supplied by the crane manufacturer, crane distributor, crane installer, or by the user. In either case, the applicable portions of ASME/ANSI B30.16, Overhead Hoists (Underhung); ASME B30.17, Cranes and Monorails (With Underhung Trolley or Bridge) and appropriate ASME HST Performance Standards apply to the hoist(s) or carrier(s). If the hoist(s) or carrier(s) are supplied by the user, the crane builder shall be provided with certified dimensional drawings with all required data including wiring diagrams, carrier collector locations and weights.This standard includes considerations for cranes and monorail equipment only. It does not include considerations or specifications for the design of the building, the design of supporting structure, electrical power supply, or erection.This standard applies to systems operating in normal ambient temperatures and atmospheric conditions; any other conditions require special consideration.

A form of powered conveyor used to transport heavy unit loads such as pallets and industrial containers. These conveyors can be single or double chain strand in configuration. This chain is not only the driving force but it is also the part which comes in direct contact with the load and provides friction which pulls the load forward. In some cases, free rollers on either side of or between the chain provide additional support to the load. Short sections of double strand chain conveyors are a common means of transferring loads at right angle to/from another straight section of roller conveyor.
This is a paid advertisement. Heavy-duty autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) like the Omron HD-1500 are quickly becoming the gold standard for automating pallet transport in warehouses and distribution centers. Capable of moving payloads through dynamic and peopled environments using onboard mapping software, AMRs provide the ultimate in flexibility and scalability. In this video, you will learn about the three methods logistics facilities can use to get pallets onto robots and the advantages each one has relative to the constraints of a particular warehouse infrastructure.

Kuecker Logistics Group designed and equipped a new 655,000 sqft distribution center for a large retailer of closeout merchandise and excess inventory. The 655,000 sqft facility — used for store replenishment — includes full case pick modules equipped with a central conveyor on each level to transport the picked cases to a centralized merge point. To save time, money and provide a durable warranted product, Kuecker Logistics Group’s designed the pick modules with a combination of ResinDek with the Gray Diamond Seal® 2 finish and ResinDek with the MetaGard galvanized steel finish.

When Victaulic, a manufacturer of fire protection and HVAC equipment, decided to expand its current facility they needed a way to transport hot metal from furnaces to auto-pouring stations. The new system consists of three hot metal carriers: two are in use while the third is used as a back-up. The carriers travel on a closed loop monorail system which is routed around the foundry. A glide switch and spur track provide easy access to the maintenance areas where the third carrier is stored. Benefits: Safe (infrared transmitter), Efficient (weighing system) Easy to operate, reliable, Can be custom-designed (anti-collision system – strobe light flashes when carrier is energized, bell sounds.

ACCO Material Handling Solutions provided Louden 585 Cranes equipped with Wright Work-Rated Hoists. All motions are controlled by Inverters for smooth operation. Additionally supplied Nutting trailers to transport the plate safety to the burn table.

The Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV) system was installed at a major food manufacturer in New South Wales Australia. The 6 vehicle fleet automates movement of palletized finished product and empty pallets between the stretch wrapper, ten packaging/palletizing lines, a shipping buffer storage area, and two dispatch locations. The dual fork carriage allows the AGVs to transport empty and full pallets simultaneously eliminating the need for pallet dispensers at each packaging line. The system provides for the safe, reliable delivery of food and empty pallets and significantly reduced pallet and product damage.
