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ProMat 2015 Delivers the Latest in Supply Chain Management Solutions

ProMat_sl1 — Rytec's high-performance spiral doors are designed to maximize traffic flow and minimize energy loss, all while opening at speeds of 60 inches per second.

ProMat_sl2 — SailRail Automated Systems showcased its extensive line of ergonomically designed and integrated industrial carts, turntables, lift tables and tilt tables.

ProMat_sl3 — The new UltraBatch single and multiple line order processing work station from Integrated Systems Design can be integrated and configured to work with manual, semi-manual and fully automated goods-to-person inventory storage systems.

ProMat_sl4 — The Raymond Corp. launched its new 8000 Series pallet trucks, designed to stand up to tough applications while also maximizing productivity and contributing to more sustainable operations.

ProMat_sl5 — Westfalia Technologies introduced an AS/RS that combines a tightly integrated warehouse management system and warehouse control system into a single application to help manufacturers and distributors direct, control and optimize internal material flow and order picking.

ProMat_sl6 — Lista and Vidmar, two premium storage brands under the storage and workspace systems business unit backed by the STANLEY name, debuted its newly revitalized Arlink 8000 industrial modular workstation.

ProMat_sl7 — Craemer brings to the United States a wide range of innovative and durable pallets solutions.

ProMat_sl8 — Cimcorp Automation introduced the CIMCORP 3D Shuttle, an automatic storage and retrieval solution for goods-to-man order picking.

ProMat_sl9 — ORBIS introduced an all-plastic pallet designed to optimize the supply chain of small footprint retailers by eliminating product touches during the order replenishment process, from distribution center to store to floor.

ProMat_sl10 — EnerSys exhibited its EnForcer IMPAQ high-frequency modular chargers, which offer intelligent charging with advanced efficiency and the flexibility to maintain peak efficiency at all times.

ProMat_sl11 — Caster Concepts unveiled its complete line of ergonomic products designed to reduce workplace injuries, including TWERGO, a multi-wheel-in-one caster wheel with a patented face design that reduces energy exerted to start, turn and continue rolling.

ProMat_sl12 — The TM-100 robot from Harvest Automation is a mobile autonomous material handling platform engineered for distribution and fulfillment operations.

ProMat_sl13 — Adept Technology launched the Adept eCobra family of SCARA robots, which are 4-axis robots that provide users with advanced SCARA robotics in a controller-less architecture.

ProMat_sl14 — The new AL-System VL Lift from EMH (Engineered Material Handling) is a rigid electronic telescoping lifter that adds more flexibility and capability to a lightweight aluminum crane solution.

ProMat_sl15 — PSI Engineering showcased the LC IN-Feeder 3000, which features 2-stage separations for more consistent feeding of one item with large capacity loads.

ProMat_sl16 — The Numina Group debuted its print-and-apply labeling machine, a robot that automates the application of packing sheets and shipping labels to dramatically reduce manual labor and increase throughput for omnichannel, B-to-B and internet shipments.

ProMat_sl17 — The latest addition to pcdata's portfolio of paperless-picking solutions is Distrib Augmented Reality (AR) AKA "smart glass" technology, high-performance, hands-free guided picking solution that uses standard put-and pick-to-light features to track products.

ProMat_sl18 — Lucas Systems introduced new mobile work execution solutions that optimize hands-on warehouse tasks from receiving through picking, shipping and returns.

ProMat_sl19 — Yale Materials Handling launched a handful of lift trucks featuring ergonomic designs, including this ESC030AD 3-wheel stand for demanding retail, cold storage and food processing environments.

ProMat_sl20 — Rite-Hite released the Eclipse dock shelter system, designed to provide the tightest seal possible at docks that serve lift-gate trailers or require trailer doors to be opened inside the building for maximum supply chain integrity and security.

ProMat_sl21 — Interroll presented its latest lineup of Crossbelt Sorters, designed to operate on a mostly mechanical basis, keeping electronic components to a minimum.

ProMat_sl22 — Intelligrated demonstrated its warehouse execution systems, an innovative platform that acts as the operational brain, adjusting workflow through constant analysis of orders, inventory, labor, processes and equipment information to provide accuracy and speed for e-commerce and omni-channel fulfillment.

ProMat_sl23 — LeddarTech released Leddar One sensing module, a more compact alternative to providing sensing, security and surveillance detection.

ProMat_sl24 — McCue Corp. unveiled the new pedestrian barrier, designed to keep warehouse workers safe from heavy, fast-moving equipment.

ProMat_sl25 — Lenze Americas showcased a number of automation and mechatronic drive solutions, including its FAST robotics module, which allows for a pick-and-place or complex movement to be accomplished in a single-axis movement task.

ProMat_sl26 — The BestConnect conveyor from FMH Conveyors is reconfigurable and can take on a different look for each individual customer depending on their application and need.

ProMat_sl27 — Flux Power announced the beta version of its 500Ahe LiFT Pack lithium-ion battery for end rider pallet jacks.

ProMat_sl28 — Grabit launched a new line of robotic grippers based on the company's electro adheshion technology, which is a highly-flexible, ultra-low energy technology that enables the handling of delicate and difficult-to-grasp parts.

ProMat_sl29 — Impact Recovery Systems debuted SlowStop Bollards, a new rebounding bollard system that reduces damage to vehicles and assets while protecting workers.

ProMat_sl30 — Kardex Remstar displayed its latest order picking solution, sort2ship, which is used for compact, high-speed case and tote buffering and sequencing.

ProMat_sl31 — Wildeck unveiled the new XpressLift automated VRC for conveyor systems.

ProMat_sl32 — TURCK expanded the QR24 rotary position sensor line to provide contactless position detection and wear-free performance in a variety of industrial applications ranging from solar energy plants and harvesters to crane vehicles and automated guided vehicles.

ProMat_sl33 — Quantronix introduced CubiScan 25, a dimensioning and weighing system equipped with infrared sensing technology that measures and weighs smaller, irregular-shaped items for distribution, packaging and warehousing applications.

ProMat_sl34 — BEUMER exhibited a broad range of flexible, high-speed and energy-efficient sortation and distribution solutions, including the BS 7 BT cross-belt sorter, which sorts a variety of items safely and gently to the right destination, no matter the size, shape or surface characteristics.

ProMat_sl35 — Advanced Distribution Solutions, Inc. (ADSI) demonstrated Size-IT, a digital, mobile dimensional weight calculator that accurately and quickly captures dimensional measurements.

ProMat_sl36 — Bastian Solutions debuted a goods-to-robot e-fulfillment system featuring a Fanuc M-20iA 6-axis robot, custom-designed end of arm tool (EoAT) and 3-D area sensor.

ProMat_sl37 — Bell and Howell introduced the second generation of its Signature 5000 print-and-apply labeling system, which utilizes various patented technologies to deliver what is said to be over twice the output of traditional automated print-and-apply systems for large height variations.

ProMat_sl38 — New Stack-n-Go fully powered compact stackers from Southworth Products are built on short and stable wheelbases, providing maximum maneuverability, even in tight quarters.

ProMat_sl39 — Maillis Strapping Systems USA introduced the MT 450 high-tension strapping hand tool, an ergonomically designed tool with a friction weld seal.

ProMat_sl40 — I.D. Systems introduced VAC4, an on-vehicle management system for lift trucks and industrial equipment.

ProMat_sl41 — The new JumboFlex Battery vacuum handling system from Schmalz Inc. grips, lifts and transports starter batteries of different shapes, sizes and weights without any physical exertion for the user.

ProMat_sl42 — Just two years after OPEX launched the Perfect Pick, it returned with Perfect Pick, a unique robotic goods-to-person picking technology that's engineered to simplify order fulfillment.

ProMat_sl43 — Retrotech introduced the newest line of its PTS, a shuttle-based automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) specifically designed for the severe environments found in freezer warehouses.

ProMat_sl44 — The Numina Group and Ferretto Group partnered to create the Vertimag, a tier 1 vertical lift module platform that can be scaled to a customer's specific size requirement, utilizing the entire vertical height of a building.

ProMat_sl45 — Frazier introduced a host of storage innovations and order fulfillment solutions, including the Ergo-Label Beam, a blended design of two Frazier order picking solutions, offering comfort, ergonomic order selection, abuse resistance and barcode label protection.

Toyota T-Matics — Toyota Industrial Equipment launched the companyâ??s first vehicle management systemâ??T-Maticsâ??which includes dashboard-style, web-based reporting.

IMPACT COLLISSION PROTECTION

Impact Recovery Systems, San Antonio, Texas, debuted SlowStop Bollards, a new rebounding bollard system that absorbs energy and reduces damage to vehicles and assets while protecting workers.

Ideal for logistics sites, pedestrian safety and warehouse/loading docks, SlowStop is manufactured from tough cast iron and steel, and requires no core-drilling or backfilling. During a collision, the energy of the impact is absorbed by an elastomer in the base of the bollard. The post tilts approximately 20 degrees, as it absorbs the energy. After impact, the post returns upright, leaving the guard intact.

Impact Recovery Systems, Inc.
210-736-4477
www.slowstop.com

ORDER PICKING SOLUTION

Kardex Remstar, Westbrook, Maine, displayed its latest order picking solution, sort2ship.

Used for compact, high-speed case and tote buffering and sequencing, sort2ship features an integrated conveyor and automatic handling device to automatically store and retrieve small parts inventory. Sort2ship automatically transports containers to the carousel for buffer storage. On demand, the containers are sequenced according to customer-specific shipping options and either retrieved for packaging or sent directly to shipping.

Other features include the Megamat RS vertical carousel, Shuttle XP vertical lift module, Power Pick Global warehouse management system and pick-to-light options.

Kardex Remstar, LLC
800-639-5805
www.kardexremstar.com

VERTICAL LIFTING CAPABILITIES

Wildeck, Waukesha, Wis., unveiled the new XpressLift automated VRC for conveyor systems. Designed and manufactured to meet ANSI/ASME-B20.1 safety standards, this conveyor system can quickly transfer totes or cartons weighing up to 75 pounds at speeds up to 350 feet per minute. An all-in-one interactive controller features an easy-to-read text display on the front cover of the control panel that aids in lift system setup. And, a closed-loop AC vector drive is mounted directly on the motor at the top of the lift for maximum efficiency and heat dissipation. Meanwhile, an encoder continuously monitors the motor and controls the braking system. Additional options include Ethernet connectivity, specialized perimeter guarding, horizontal infeed, carriage and discharge conveyors and high- or low-temperature/freezer application designs.

Wildeck expanded its safety products with the newEdgeAlert open gate alarm system, a patent-pending safety device developed to help reduce accidents and provide warning when elevated mezzanine platforms gates are left open. Used on swing gates, slide gates, tilt gates or scissor gates, it comes with a 120 VAC plug-in power supply, a self-monitoring dual-channel processor system and amber-colored LED lights on the front and back of the alarm enclosure.

The new JiffyStair modular stair system presents customers with a fully palletized knock-down assembly stair system.

Wildeck, Inc.
262-249-4000
www.wildeck.com

ROTARY POSITION SENSOR

Minneapolis-based TURCK expanded the QR24 rotary position sensor line with the addition of incremental and analog outputs.

Designed from the company’s rotary inductive sensor technology, the QR24 provides contactless position detection and wear-free performance in a variety of industrial applications ranging from solar energy plants and harvesters to crane vehicles and automated guided vehicles.

The QR24 provides many of the same output types as an encoder or potentiometer does, but eliminates wear and extends sensor longevity. Plus, the QR24’s multi-coil system provides high resolution, while ensuring 16-bit noiseless operation.

TURCK
800-544-7769
www.turck.us

DIMENSIONING, WEIGHING SYSTEM

Quantronix, Farmington, Utah, introduced CubiScan 25, a dimensioning and weighing system equipped with infrared sensing technology that measures and weighs smaller, irregular-shaped items for distribution, packaging and warehousing applications.

The CubiScan 25 is designed to maximize storage space, enhance cartonization methods, reduce packaging waste and minimize transportation fuel costs and carbon emissions. Its proprietary software, Qbit, delivers menu-driven operator controls, data storage/transfer and diagnostics in one touchscreen interface. A mobile cart and portable power supply complete the workstation.

Quantronix, Inc.
800-488-2823
www.cubiscan.com

SORTATION, DISTRIBUTION SOLUTIONS

BEUMER Corp., Somerset, N.J., exhibited a broad range of flexible, high-speed and energy-efficient sortation and distribution solutions.

The BS 7 BT cross-belt sorter, for example, features a contactless energy/data supply with linear induction motor drives to sort a variety of items safely and gently to the right destination, no matter the size, shape or surface characteristics. This dynamic induction line is capable of inducting items from small accessories to large parcels to the center of every belt tray, resulting in a 99.99+% sort accuracy.

The automatic parcel singulator (APS) transforms a bulk flow of parcels into a flow metered for high-capacity loop sortation. Designed to handle a wide variety of items, the APS handles parcels, flats, totes and sealed bags and features a compact, energy-efficient design that is ideal for new loop-sorter parcel systems or to be retro-fitted into existing loop-sorter systems.

BG Fusion software and controls provide an efficient sort engine to optimize throughput, availability, visibility and operational performance. BG Fusion is currently undergoing beta testing, and provides a web-based user interface, visually rich reporting and system monitoring.

The BEUMER Sorter Control (BeSS) features real time dashboards and operational data, allowing supervisors to proactively re-balance labor, efficiently transition between waves and minimize problem orders based on the current status of the sorter and peripheral operations such as picking, induction, pack-out and shipping.

BEUMER Corp.
732-893-2800
www.beumergroup.com

WEARABLE ORDER FULFILLMENT SOLUTIONS

Advanced Distribution Solutions, Inc. (ADSI), Schaumburg, Ill., demonstrated its new mobile order fulfillment and shipping software solutions.

Size-IT is a digital, mobile dimensional weight calculator that accurately and quickly captures dimensional measurements.

Other solutions include handheld mobile computers, ring scanners and wrist computers, which enable workers to pack, verify and ship orders in seconds.

Advanced Distribution Solutions, Inc.
877-755-2374
www.adsisolutions.com

GOODS-TO-ROBOT PICKING SYSTEM

Bastian Solutions, Indianapolis, Ind., debuted a goods-to-robot e-fulfillment system featuring a Fanuc M-20iA 6-axis robot, custom-designed end of arm tool (EoAT) and 3-D area sensor.

This robotic system will be integrated with an AutoStore AS/RS and ZiPline conveyor to demonstrate a fully-functioning single item picking system, perfect for minimizing the time between order and delivery of online products.

Bastian Solutions
317-575-9992
www.bastiansolutions.com

PRINT-AND-APPLY LABELING SYSTEMS

Bell and Howell, Durham, N.C., introduced the second generation of its Signature 5000 print-and-apply labeling system that utilizes various patented technologies to deliver what is said to be over twice the output of traditional automated print-and-apply systems for large height variations. This high-throughput, liner-free, top-apply labeling solution includes various improvements to maximize productivity, including linerless label-application technology, which enables up to 80% more labels per roll than traditional die-cut labels and produces labels of varying length on demand.

ParcelMgr is an integrated system that provides parcel-processing capabilities in a compact footprint. ParcelMgr automates the tasks of identifying, weighing, labeling and sorting parcels or flats at speeds of up to 5,000 parcels per hour.

And, the CartonWrap dynamic packaging system automatically creates the carton in line, based on product dimensions, at a rate of up to 15 boxes per minute. This eco-friendly solution creates cartons from a continuous reel (or fanfold) of corrugated substrate to fit the volume of the content, thus providing the optimum carton size.

Bell and Howell
800-220-3030
www.bellhowell.net

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