When upgrading the lighting technology within a distribution centre or other industrial building, too many companies fail to consider the whole life and installation costs of the luminaires they are specifying and instead opt simply for the cheapest product available. By doing so, they could be …
warehouses
Completion of Egemin UK’s transfer to Dematic
Dematic, a leading global supplier of integrated automated technology, software and services to optimise the supply chain, has announced the completion of the transfer of Egemin UK Ltd and all its assets and activities to Dematic Ltd. The transfer, which took place on 1st August, is part of the …
The seven critical steps to successful warehouse automation
Omnichannel retailers are turning their attentions to warehouse automation. The reasons may be all too apparent but the path to a successful project is not so obvious, writes Neil Adcock, Consulting Partner at Bis Henderson Consulting.Why are omnichannel retailers suddenly taking an interest in …
Order your energy saving logistics lighting products online
The extensive range of energy-saving lighting products offered by Leicestershire-based, Ecolighting, is now available to buy on-line. The company’s existing website has been upgraded and now features a sales portal that showcases the broad selection of LED lamps and luminaires available from …
UKWA opens its doors to retailers and manufacturers
John Lewis, Homebase and Claire’s Accessories are among the first retail companies to sign up to the United Kingdom Warehousing Association’s (UKWA’s) new membership category that allows retailers and manufacturers who manage their logistics and supply chain operations ‘in house’ to become part of …
Saluting the best of the UK’s logistics industry
Companies and individuals across the warehousing and third party logistics sectors were recently rewarded for outstanding performance and professionalism at the UKWA Awards 2017. The United Kingdom Warehousing Association’s Awards are established as symbols of achievement in the 3PL sector and …
Businesses failing to take early advantage of the Apprenticeship Levy
Companies are being slow to take advantage of the new Apprenticeship Levy that came into effect in April, suggests Bis Henderson Academy – inaction that could lead many businesses to miss out on the opportunities afforded under the scheme to up-skill individuals across the enterprise. According …
Warehouse operators can slash costs if they see the light
When it comes to identifying new-build or old stock warehouse or distribution centre property to lease or buy outright, would-be occupiers must pay special attention to a unit’s lighting system if they want to ensure that their day-to-day operating costs will be minimised. That’s the advice from …
Call for energy rating scheme for industrial buildings
From April 2018 a new legal standard for minimum energy efficiency will apply to rented commercial buildings. At the moment commercial buildings have an energy efficiency rating that goes from A - G. F and G are the worst performing. What the new law will do is introduce a minimum standard of E …
