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Cover Story Racks, shelving and storage manufacturers anticipate fewer disruptions, shorter lead times in 2022

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Racks, shelving and storage manufacturers anticipate fewer disruptions, shorter lead times in 2022

Sometimes it’s the simplest of things that prove to be the most vital, but we don’t have to tell that to anyone using a rack or shelf in a product fulfillment center. The keeper of all products and inventory, industrial storage equipment must be quickly accessible, seamless, and efficient. And if this last year has taught us anything, storage systems must absolutely enhance productivity to keep up with rapid-fire industry changes. Storage systems manufacturers and suppliers tasked with meeting these demands say they are working to keep up with orders, despite the supply chain issues shared by nearly every industry. “It’s all about speed and efficiency these days. For several of our large clients, it’s seconds that count. Saving a second or two in processing time allows more orders to be filled,” said Robert Railis, Director of Business Development at Custom Industrial Products. The Melbourne-Fla.-based company manufacturers vertical reciprocating conveyors, modular mezzanine, and safety products. The company’s mezzanines support the rack shelving, and business has been very good, Railis said. “In today’s world, it’s all about maximizing space by moving upwards rather than expanding outwards. Companies are buying mezzanines as a second floor and using our VRCs to move products to the mezzanines,” he added. Using mezzanines for storage clears ground floor space to be used as work areas. Other customers use them to support modular offices and production equipment as a way to increase production. Business at Tri-Boro Storage Products in Brooklyn, N.Y. is no less brisk, with factory orders continuing at an 6

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aggressive pace, said Nelson J. Cantillo, vice president of sales and marketing. “The most common inquiry we get is, ‘How soon can I get my shipment?’ Also, ‘Will prices ever drop to more reasonable levels or is this the new normal?’” Cantillo said. He believes 2022 will bring more reasonable lead times below double digits. As far as costs, steel pricing is “leveling off,” but the cost of production, packaging, and shipping have escalated, Castillo added. “The challenges faced this year and last have been unprecedented in that it was a “perfect storm” of unusually high product demand despite exorbitant and escalating raw materials costs, unpredictable supplier shipments/delays, and the reduced plant efficiencies as a result of employee absence and a shortage of available new labor candidates,” he said. Meanwhile, at Miami-based Quantum Storage Solutions, the business is booming. “Our top-line sales are off the charts and we are having our best sales year — by far — in our company’s history,” said Ed Granger, Director of Sales at Quantum, one of the fastest-growing manufacturers of plastic bins and bin storage systems. But like other manufacturers, supply chain bottlenecks are challenging the company’s ability to get products to customers. “The supply chain delays are very real and inventory outages are prevalent and the cost of importation has skyrocketed,” Granger said. “In summer of 2020, we were paying $3,500 per container in shipping cost, and in 2021 we’ve paid as much as $27,000. Our customers really are only asking for product — those who have the product are getting the orders, and cost seems to be irrelevant. Inventory is king!” Custom Industrial Products is encountering similar challenges finding raw materials to manufacture their systems. “Currently, we have some parts back-ordered for six months. While this is an extreme example, there are big disruptions to our supply chain. So much so, we find ourselves spending a great deal of time sourcing parts and vendors,” Railis said. Rising costs have also been a continual challenge. The price of steel is up an estimated 52% and electronics 40%. “As a result, we have been forced to increase our selling price twice this year. It was not a decision we took lightly but really had no other viable option,” he said. But

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Cover Story continued expectations for a quieter, less troublesome next year are high, allowing manufacturers to continue to identify creative solutions and adaptable equipment. Railis said that while research shows warehouse construction is expected to stay strong, with a slight dip in new equipment orders, the practices implemented this year are likely here to stay. “We’re confident that the moving vertically is going to stay hot, especially if construction materials continue to rise,” he said. “The pandemic has, in part, forever changed how we shop. Ecommerce shopping and same/next day deliveries exploded, and companies need to keep up.” Railis said Customer Industrial Products will continue to create greater efficiencies in their current line while developing new products to increase production and improve safety. He said they have seen a recent shift in clientele over the company’s 25-year history, from traditionally large companies with multiple distribution centers to a “healthier balance” of companies of all sizes, especially those in eCommerce. Granger believes those in charge of inventory will be influenced by the conditions of the past year, erring on the side of caution by keeping more, rather than less, on the shelves and racks. Quantum will be focused on

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continuing to engineer top-of-the-line bins used in the automation process, with an eye toward making them stronger and flatter, Granger said. One of the projects is making industrial bins that withstand some conveyor systems. When empty, the receptacles can sometimes become damaged as they crash into one another sliding down shutes on some conveyor systems. “Quantum is able to manufacture bins being used in this fashion with an extra additive that provides more strength and durability,” Granger said. “It comes with an additional cost, but the companies we have worked with are willing to pay a little extra for this feature as it extends the life of the bin.” Customers are also requesting flat-bottom bins for greater connection between the bin and the conveyor belt. “Lastly it seems more customers are looking at bins where the inside can be divided so that it can house more than one type of item; being able to divide the inside of the bin helps to prevent items from becoming comingled,” Granger said. Tri-Boro is continuing to add work-center and workflow initiatives that will help to lessen lead times on the production of finished goods and reduce reliance on physical labor, Cantillo said. He added that while

Cover Story continued traditional physical and skilled labor is still so crucial on the plant floor, was fortunate enough to begin implementing additional automated and robotic work cells in various fabrication departments just prior to the pandemic hitting in early 2020. Next year will bring more advancements in the industry. “We are going to continue to add to our application and safety centric products and accessories such as the Steel-Clad internal frame impact panels, field bolt-on Heavy Duty Bottom Horizontal bracing, and our latest 50% Open Pattern Perf Decks,” Cantillo said.

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Safety First

How to respond to Vaccine Misinformation in the workplace

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way many Americans worked last year. So many businesses suffered as a result of the virus, with some having to close their doors completely. Now, thanks to the vaccine rollout, things are starting to get back to normal and workplaces are reopening – even if we still have a long way to go. As of now, nearly 400 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been given in the U.S. But that number would likely be higher if there wasn’t so much vaccine misinformation going around. Because this particular vaccine was created quickly and authorized for emergency use, some people have been skeptical about getting it. While that’s a personal choice, it’s not okay for individuals to spread incorrect information about the shot in your place of business. No matter what your business’ vaccine policy is, keeping your employees well-informed and safe should be a top priority. So, what can you do to encourage safety and discourage information about public health concerns in the workplace? Work with a professional Unfortunately, social media has made it very easy for misinformation about the vaccine to spread quickly. Anyone can create a meme or a legitimate-looking graph/ statistic sheet and post it online. That doesn’t mean it’s true or accurate. According to the CDC, ways to find credible information about the vaccine include: • Checking credible sources • Making sure the information is up-to-date • Asking the right questions • Understanding medical jargon 10

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If you want to make it easier for your employees to get more information and have their questions answered, consider working with a professional. Having an epidemiologist come into your workplace is a great way to show your staff you care about their wellbeing. Epidemiologists specialize in analyzing data that affects public health. They also develop public health awareness programs that can teach people how to protect themselves from outbreaks. By letting an epidemiologist speak to your employees, they can give them real facts about the vaccine and directly answer any questions about misinformation or hesitation. Provide accurate information In addition to having a healthcare professional speak with your employees, you should consider it your responsibility to provide accurate information. As with any vaccine, there are a few exceptions when it comes to who should receive it. For the most part, though, it has been proven safe and effective. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), vaccines save anywhere from 2-3 million lives each year. The COVID-19 vaccine may even go beyond that. Use information directly from the CDC, WHO, or trusted medical journals/websites to share the facts with your employees. Having that information readily available can help to dispel any myths that might be floating around the office. It’s also a good idea to make sure you’re well-educated on the effectiveness and safety of the COVID-19 vaccine. If misinformation is being spread, some employees might come directly to you to discuss it. Being prepared with the right information is crucial in reassuring them and shutting down falsehoods. Keep your employees safe Depending on the size of your workplace, you might have different policies in place for keeping your employees safe. Maybe you’re not requiring the vaccine but encouraging it. Whatever the case, it’s still important to show your employees that their safety is your top concern – especially as variants are still running rampant around the globe. You can do your part by creating a safety strategy that includes:

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Safety First continued • Social distancing • Remote work options • Signs that encourage frequent hand-washing • Improving air quality • Mask-wearing indoors Simply having a policy in place can make a big difference in how safe your employees feel. Some people don’t feel ready to go back to work because their employers aren’t taking things as seriously as they should. Everyone wants to return to normal as soon as possible. But we aren’t there yet. That’s why these individualized policies and strategies are so important.

In this fast-paced world where misinformation is spread so quickly and easily, it can be hard to keep up. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. But, when you’re running a business, truth, and safety need to go handin-hand. Keep these suggestions in mind to respond to vaccine misinformation in the workplace. Doing so will give your employees peace of mind and will keep false statements and statistics from spreading a virus of fear across your company. Noah Rue is a journalist and content writer, fascinated with the intersection between global health, personal wellness, and modern technology. When he isn’t searching out his next great writing opportunity, Noah likes to shut off his devices and head to the mountains to disconnect.

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Optimizing Automation: Designing a disruptionproof warehouse

With the buzz surrounding the broken supply chain and the immense labor shortage, it’s no surprise that many warehouses are scrambling to find solutions. Many of these challenges—the truck driver shortage, general labor shortage, freight idling at ports and an increase in consumer demand—are greatly impacting operations within warehousing facilities. Designing for Disruption A crucial element to a warehouse designed to overcome these challenges head on is automation. For those who have embarked on automating their systems, or those who are thinking about doing so, it is imperative that the investments in time, cost, and resources are laser focused on extracting maximum value and flexibility. Too often, expectations are mismanaged, or the preparation needed to embrace automation and deal with its idiosyncrasies is lacking. Even worse, designing flexibility into the system is often overlooked, as are practical ways to grow the system, accommodate differing order characteristics, and in some cases, the absence of IT infrastructure to support new or existing software and firmware systems. To design a warehouse that is as “disruption proof ” as possible requires a command of both hardware and software systems from the provider. Solutions that are resourcefully pieced together from multiple vendors or locations often become obsolete when combined as a system. This is primarily due to a lack of standardization, which leads to an insufficient long-term vision of how these pieces develop over time. As automated systems grow more complex, ask yourself: 14

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• How many entities are required to support the system long-term? • Are all sourcing locations committed to long-term support of the product? • Do they have the same vision for their product lifecycle? • What software platform will have the flexibility to tie these systems together and ensure adequate standardization to enable upgrade paths and longterm support? Developing a set of clear standards is critical to accommodating multiple support alternatives—in-house and/or vendor provided—as well as train operators and maintenance staff across numerous facilities. Keeping it Simple The industry is experiencing a wave of new technology and fresh concepts that make big promises without the expertise or history to back it up. Instead, future-proofing automated warehousing solutions comes down to good old-fashioned quality coupled with proven, robust, and simple solutions. In fact, the simpler the better. Often, the genius in a design is how fundamentally easy it is to build, commission, operate, and maintain. Fashionable, new technology may not hold up to the rigor of 24/7 operation, nor deliver on promised performance goals. Choosing the Right Team A proven track record and a commitment to quality from vendors who are passionate and personally invested in the success of the system should be the standard for today’s prudent investor. As we read about the pace of mergers and acquisitions, a consistent change of leadership, rotation of technical talent, and desire to maximize revenue, rather than value, it is harder than ever to accurately predict whether the design and implementation teams will be there long-term. Make this a point to evaluate: corporate culture is important and often guarantees the staying power and overall experience when implementing these systems. Factoring in Cost Optimizing the spend on automation is also no trivial matter. Capital budgeting techniques, such as Internal Rate of Return (IRR) or Net Present Value (NPV), are

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Warehouse Solutions continued commonly used, and design options within an automated solution can be complicated to evaluate. Each option can, and often does, have its own justification—and should be analyzed as such. Product damage and maintenance costs are often overlooked and can impact a project’s IRR. Extracting the best value requires a deep understanding from people who are experienced in operations and who will be honest about the role that these costs play over time. An Honest Evaluation Future proofing a solution to avoid disruption may require some compromises in the design as well. For example, sizing an automated warehouse, involves clarity around packaging and unit load size requirements. Large automated systems can be difficult to alter structurally, so sometimes a small sacrifice in storage density can provide the flexibility to accommodate future packaging changes or palletizing patterns. Regardless, sizing the maximum load envelope is critical to ensure smooth operations without re-work at the dock. So don’t rely on the packaging engineers’ drawings to establish the envelope of the system. Measure “real” product, discuss with the team, and receive buy-in from all affected parties to get these design dimensions right.

Integrating the Right Software Finally, limiting disruptions within automated warehousing facilities requires integrated software recovery tools to ensure any issues can be handled expeditiously. These tools should be well integrated at the software and firmware level, ensuring that data and tracking information remains uncompromised during any manual intervention. Technology and development platforms, like Unity, offer incredible 3D visual interface experiences that provide significant information—in an easily digestible format. In summary, we can do a lot to futureproof an automated warehousing solution. The concepts noted above are a few key guidelines to keep in mind. Most importantly, partnering with competent experts who have the experience and track record to prove it will ensure your warehouse can handle today’s challenges and the unknown ahead. Ryan Smith is the Vice President of Automation at Westfalia Technologies, Inc. To learn more about optimizing automation, he recently hosted a webinar available on-demand here.

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In today’s demanding supply chain environment, SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) are facing unprecedented supply chain challenges much like larger companies and, as a result, have been investing in their own fleets due to the lack of equipment available in the marketplace. Equipment scarcity as well as the reliance on outdated, legacy technologies to resolve today’s challenges are fast becoming the key underlying obstacles affecting SMEs to maintain their competitive advantage in today’s bottlenecked supply chain reality. More and more, companies are understanding that along with the investment in the assets must be the investment in asset management technology. It has become clear that the right asset management platform—meaning the right technology, the right team of experts, the right level of adaptability and scalability-can serve as an invaluable tool to not only manage assets but also transform operations and streamline processes. The growing importance of technology for competitive advantage While SMEs are looking for technology to help them respond to market shifts and evolving business strategies, they typically rely on modest IT budgets and stretchedthin admin teams. As their current software is reaching its end-of-life phase, SMEs are looking for cost-effective, scalable technology that can address today’s needs as well as those of the future. They rely on technology partners to help understand what is necessary: Is it an upgrade to a current system? Is a modification or new feature in order? 18

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Will a plug-in elevate the system to where it needs to be? Should this be a start-from-scratch system? There is no doubt that as time goes on, SMEs--even those who may have resisted technology-- will rely on technology services and solutions more and more, as the agility and flexibility of small and mediumsized enterprises within the supply chain have become ever more vital to supply chain fluidity. Innovative asset management technology platforms are enabling fleet managers to optimize their assets, control costs, manage M&R (maintenance & repair) as well as reduce admin costs. Tools designed to manage M&R help ensure streamlined communications, accountability, productivity, and, most importantly, safe equipment. Customers utilizing asset management technology realize these robust benefits and more. When selecting an asset management platform, it’s important to work with a partner with a proven track record, such as, Consolidated Intermodal Technologies (CIT), which was developed by Consolidated Chassis Management (CCM) and, for the last 10 years, has served as the asset management tool for its chassis pools. CIT is designed for fleet managers looking to upgrade their technology to support a growing fleet in a sustainable, scalable, and efficient manner. CIT’s platform focuses on various intermodal equipment fleets, including chassis, trailers, containers, reefers, and gensets of around 100 units. These types of technology solutions are emerging as a competitive advantage by providing real-time visibility that enables businesses to make strategic decisions based upon quantitative analysis. Efficient asset management will provide the opportunity for SMEs and larger companies to outsource many back-office activities, enabling internal resources to be redirected to valueadding processes, including supply chain management. In fact, these services offer the possibility for SMEs to reduce labor costs, and the human capital necessary to manage their supply chain operations. When it comes to investing in technology, we at CIT believe it is important to remember that one size does not fit all. It is crucial to collaborate with a technology partner who understands your business, your IT capabilities, and resources as well as your goals. With the

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Business Management continued right asset management platform and a team of experts that “get you,” businesses of all sizes can address the most complex and critical challenges to optimize operations, align business objectives and enhance corporate culture practices. CIT is an innovative and proprietary asset management platform designed to enhance efficiency, elevate productivity, increase visibility, improve workflows and processes while lowering expenses and eliminating timeconsuming redundancies. CITunderstands the pain points of fleet managers as well as the importance of optimizing assets that are in compliance and on the road. For more than 10 years, the CIT platform has been the technology behind CCM’s fleet optimization system. Tom Martucci, Chief Technology Officer, Consolidated Intermodal Technologies . A seasoned technology executive with over 30 years of transportation IT industry experience, Mr. Thomas Martucci oversees the development and implementation of technology strategies that generate revenue and reduce costs. As VP for CCM and CTO for CIT, Mr. Martucci is responsible for business process management, software development, and technology implementation.

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Industry News September 2021 Manufacturing Technology orders total $590 million Orders of new manufacturing technology totaled $590 million in September 2021, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This was a 9% increase over August 2021 orders and nearly a 60% increase over September 2020. Year-to-date orders in 2021 totaled $4.115 billion, a 53% increase over the total through the first nine months of 2020. www.imts.com

Combilift claims Energia Family Business of the Year award 2021 Energia, the largest supplier of 100% Green Energy in Ireland, hosted their biannual Awards Ceremony virtually this week, with 19 awards being presented to Irish Family Businesses. Combilift is honored to have been recognized as the overall winner of the Energia Family Business of the Year 2021. The awards celebrate generations of families who work together and this year’s ceremony focused on honoring businesses who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and resilience throughout the COVID-19 pandemic while continuing to thrive and grow. www.combilift.com

KION Group to build new warehouse technology plant in China KION GROUP AG is continuing to pursue its strategy for growth in the Asia Pacific (APAC) with the construction of a new plant for supply chain solutions in Jinan, China (Shandong province). The plant will be adjoining KION’s new counterbalance truck plant, which is nearing completion. 24

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This milestone project will enable the global intralogistics provider to extend its product portfolio for warehouses and distribution centers in one of the world’s most important and dynamic material handling markets. This forklift truck facility is scheduled to be completed in early 2022. www.kiongroup.com

New ASSP and revised standards help employers better protect workers The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has published several new and revised voluntary national consensus standards that help employers minimize on-the-job risks to better protect their workers. With regulatory requirements being slow to change and often out of date, compliance is not sufficient to protect workers. Voluntary national consensus standards provide the latest expert guidance and fill gaps where federal regulations don’t exist. Leading companies rely on them to drive continuous improvement and injury prevention. You can view these revised standards at www.mhnetwork.com/new-assp-andrevised-standards-help-employers-better-protect-workers www.assp.org

Cascade Corporation acquires Lift-Tek Cascade Corporation has successfully completed the acquisition of mast manufacturer Lift Technologies, Inc. (USA) and Lift-Tek Elecar S.p.A. (Italy) - more commonly known as Lift-Tek - from Calvi Holding S.p.A as wholly-owned subsidiaries. Lift-Tek is a major global manufacturer of masts, including models in two, three, four, and five-stage configurations, with capacities up to 52 tons for a wide variety of applications. Products are used on both electric and internal combustion (IC) lift trucks, very narrow aisle lift trucks, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), telehandlers, and more. www.cascorp.com

Industry News Evanesce® opens first U.S. Based Manufacturing Facility for Sustainable Product Development

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TREW has expanded with an Evanesce® has additional new opened its first facility! Their U.S. production existing operations facility in in Mason, Ohio Hampton County, and Milwaukee, South Carolina. Wisconsin have been busting at the seams due to our With the launch, rapid growth. To provide room to grow, we decided to the company not only hits a milestone in its global expansion plans but also addresses the worldwide shortage move our Mason, Ohio operations into a new facility that allows our engineering, software, support, part of eco-friendly Polylactic Acid (PLA) products due to fulfillment, and manufacturing operations to expand. overseas shipping delays. By ushering production into Trew’s headquarters, and the added manufacturing the U.S., Evanesce is set to truly disrupt the packaging capacity, are now located in Fairfield, Ohio - a suburb of industry by producing price competitive, 100% plantCincinnati. based, and 100% compostable single-use products including straws, cutlery, and take-out containers. www.trewautomation.com www.evanesce.com

Arbon Equipment acquires Minnesotabased Pugleasa Company, Inc. Milwaukee-based Arbon Equipment Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rite-Hite, has acquired Pugleasa Company, Inc., a loading dock and industrial door sales and service organization headquartered in Arden Hills, Minnesota. Pugleasa Company has been in the material handling business for 65 years and has been the exclusive distributor of Rite-Hite products in Minnesota, the Dakotas, and parts of western Wisconsin and northern Iowa since the mid-1980s. www.arbonequipment.com

TVH Mexico relocates Monterrey facility TVH Americas just announced the Monterrey, Mexico facility has moved from its location at Santa Catarina to Nuevo León. The new facility is able to accommodate almost twice as much inventory thanks to an improved layout as well as an additional 1,300 square footage of usable warehouse space. Additionally, by relocating closer to the city and major access points, TVH is able to provide customers with more convenient access to the Will Call service for quick and easy order pick-up. www.tvh.com

Thomson Industries celebrates its 50th anniversary

Thomson Industries, Inc.is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its legacy Ball Screws & Actuators Co. (BSA) business at its Fremont, California facility. The organization hosted a grand celebration to mark the occasion, highlighting its challenges and achievements, and reaffirming future goals. The BSA business originated in 1971 when founder Scott Davis set out to machine ball screws for customers on the west coast of the United States. Initially, he sourced components from Thomson and other manufacturers but eventually developed his own components and patented his red Supernut® and ball screw product lines.

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People News The MHEFI Exceptional Contribution Award presented to Arlin Keck

Global Shop Solutions names John Davis Chief Technology Officer

Steel King Industries, has announced that Arlin Keck P.E., Steel King, Corporate R&D Engineer, has received the Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI) Exceptional Contribution Award. The award is presented to individuals, organizations, or corporations who contribute to the material handling industry in extraordinary ways. Keck has worked in the material handling industry since 1973 and has been with Steel King since 2005. As an engineering leader and active member of the Storage Manufacturers Associations (SMA), Keck was chosen to receive this prestigious award for his extraordinary contributions to engineering standards for not only SMA but for storage materials throughout the industry. www.steelking.com www.mhi.org/mhefi

Global Shop Solutions has named John Davis as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Davis joined Global Shop Solutions in 2004, and over the past 17 years has served the company in many different capacities including analyst, programmer, and management. Most recently he led the R&D Infrastructure Team, and his excellent programming, networking, and all-around technical knowledge have played a critical role in shaping the company’s ERP software product. www.globalshopsolutions.com

Deane Nash joins Brown Machine Group as General Manager GN Thermoforming Equipment BMG (Brown Machine Group) just announced the appointment of Deane Nash as General Manager of GN Thermoforming Equipment. Mr. Nash, an accomplished executive leader skilled in manufacturing management, brings more than 30 years of experience in plant startup, operations management, program launch management, and promoting business growth. He will be focusing on operations and developing superior tracking systems, as well as improving supply chain management and ensuring on-time delivery in light of pandemic-era constraints. www.brownmachinegroup.com

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Kimber Shray promoted to Vice President of Marketing for GP PRO GP PRO just announced that it has promoted Kimber Shray to vice president of marketing. In this role, Shray will lead GP PRO’s marketing team and guide sales enablement initiatives. Shray has been with Georgia-Pacific for 11 years. Most recently, she led GP PRO’s customer marketing and segment insights team, where she was largely responsible for optimizing the company’s integrated sales, marketing, and category planning process and supporting its proprietary insightbased selling platform, GPXperience.

Crane Industry Icon and Innovator Robert Dieleman passes Robert “Bob” Dieleman passed away October 31, 2021, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 73. Dieleman was the former owner of Jake’s Crane & Rigging, Las Vegas, Nevada, and a prolific inventor in the crane and heavy-haul industries. Many remember him as a legendary crane man with a penchant for suspenders. He saw the sensibility in his trademark uniform early on as they let him work with both hands on a job site more securely than just a tool belt.

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Industrial Manufacturing planned Industrial Project Report Data provided by SalesLeads 163 new Industrial Manufacturing Planned Industrial Project Reports - October 2021 SalesLeads has announced the October 2021 results for the newly planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 163 new projects in the Industrial Manufacturing sector. The following are selected highlights on new Industrial Manufacturing industry construction news.

KENTUCKY: Home appliance mfr. is planning to invest $450 million for the expansion, renovation, and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in LOUISVILLE, KY. They have recently received approval for the project. FLORIDA: Satellite mfr. is planning to invest $300 million for the construction of a 660,000 s.f. manufacturing facility in CAPE CANAVERAL, FL. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2022.

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Largest Planned Project During the month of October, our research team identified 17 new Industrial Manufacturing facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more. The largest project is owned by Ford Motor Company, which is planning to invest $5.8 billion for the construction of two EV automotive and battery manufacturing facilities in GLENDALE, KY. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2025 and 2026. Top 10 Tracked Industrial Manufacturing Projects ONTARIO: Automotive mfr. is planning to invest $1.5 billion for the renovation and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in WINDSOR, ON. They are currently seeking approval for the project. 28

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INDIANA: Automotive mfr. is planning to invest $230 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on their three manufacturing facilities in KOKOMO, IN. They have recently received approval for the project. TEXAS: Metal products mfr. and distributor is planning to invest $200 million for an expansion of their manufacturing facility in NASH, TX. They are currently seeking approval for the project. NEW YORK: Aluminum products mfr. is planning to invest $130 million for expansion and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in OSWEGO, NY. Construction is expected to start in Spring 2022, with completion slated for 2024. TENNESSEE: Automotive mfr. is planning for the renovation and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility at 983 Nissan Dr. in SMYRNA, TN. They are currently seeking approval for the project. OHIO: A clinical research firm is considering investing $100 million for the construction of a 40,000 s.f. manufacturing facility and currently seeking a site in the CINCINNATI, OH area. NORTH CAROLINA: Flooring products mfr. is planning to invest $87 million for an expansion of their manufacturing facility in THOMASVILLE, NC. They have recently received approval for the project. MISSOURI: Medical device mfr. is planning to invest $83 million for a 58,000 s.f. expansion and equipment upgrades on their processing facility in ST. LOUIS, MO. Completion is slated for Fall 2023. Since 1959, SalesLeads, based out of Jacksonville, FL has been providing Industrial Project Reports on companies that are planning significant capital investments in their industrial facilities throughout North America. Our professional research team identifies new construction, expansion, relocation, major renovation, equipment upgrades, and plant closing project opportunities so that our clients can focus sales and marketing resources on the target accounts that have an impending need for their products, services, and indirect materials.

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seeking approval for the project. They will consolidate regional operations upon completion. Tennessee: Firearms mfr. is planning to invest $125 million for the construction of a warehouse, manufacturing, and office facility in MARYVILLE, TN. Construction is expected to start in late 2021. They will relocate operations upon completion.

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• California - 8 Largest Planned Project During the month of October, our research team identified 6 new Distribution and Supply Chain facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more. The largest project is owned by Walmart, who is planning to invest $450 million for the construction of a 720,000 SF warehouse and distribution center in LYMAN, SC. Completion is slated for 2024. Top 10 Tracked Distribution and Supply Chain Project Opportunities Michigan: Specialty food product mfr. is planning to invest $205 million for the expansion of their warehouse and processing facility in HOLLAND, MI. They have recently received approval for the project. Construction is expected to begin in late 2021. Nebraska: Pet food mfr. is planning to invest $180 million for the construction of a 250,000 SF warehouse and processing facility at SW 32nd and West O St. in LINCOLN, NE. They are currently

Indiana: Global online retailer is planning for the construction of an 800,000 SF distribution center in SOUTH BEND, IN. The project also includes the construction of an additional 180,000 sf warehouse and distribution facility in SOUTH BEND, IN. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2023. Virginia: Specialty meat product mfr. is planning to invest $100 million for the construction of a processing and warehouse facility in HARRISONBURG, VA. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for Fall 2025. Georgia: E-waste recycling company is planning to invest $85 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a warehouse and service center at 100 SeaPoint Blvd. in SAVANNAH, GA. They have recently received approval for the project. Kansas: Medical supplies mfr. is planning to invest $78 million for the construction of a warehouse and distribution facility in BONNER SPRINGS, KS. They will relocate regional operations upon completion. South Carolina: Textile company is planning to invest $70 million for an expansion of their distribution and manufacturing facility in ANDERSON, SC. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for early 2023. Indiana: State is planning to invest $35 million for the construction of a 50,000 SF warehouse and storage facility at 2010 E. New York St. in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Construction is expected to start in Fall 2022. Pennsylvania: Food bank is planning to invest $30 million for the construction of a 160,000 SF warehouse and distribution center on Diamond Station Rd. in EPHRATA, PA. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Since 1959, SalesLeads, based out of Jacksonville, FL has been providing Industrial Project Reports on companies that are planning significant capital investments in their industrial facilities throughout North America. Our professional research team identifies new construction, expansion, relocation, major renovation, equipment upgrades, and plant closing project opportunities so that our clients can focus sales and marketing resources on the target accounts that have an impending need for their products, services, and indirect materials. www.MHNetwork.com

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Product Showcase Dorner’s Edge Roller Technology ERT®150 Conveyor ideal for small light load assembly automation

UniCarriers Forklift launches 3-Wheel and 4-Wheel Electric Pneumatics Trucks

The next evolution in Dorner’s Edge Roller Technology conveyor platform, the ERT®150, is ideal for small and light-load assembly automation, as well as medical and medical-device assembly applications. It is the only pallet conveyor of its kind available with an ISO Standard Class 4 rating for cleanroom applications. Earning the ISO Standard 14644-1 Class 4 rating means Dorner’s ERT150 will conform and not contribute to the contamination of cleanrooms to those standards. www.dornerconveyors.com

The Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas group, the exclusive manufacturer and provider of UniCarriers® Forklifts across North, Central, and South America, has announced the official launch of the MXS3 and MXS4 Series 3-wheel and 4-wheel electric pneumatics forklifts. These batterypowered forklifts are available to all UniCarriers brand dealers across North and South America, as well as the Caribbean. This product lineup addition now completes the Class I product line for UniCarriers Forklift. www.logisnextamericas.com

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Air Technical Industries has introduced the Zero-Low Dock Lift is a perfect solution to provide a ground-level loading platform in any location. Lift and lower loads from 4,000 to 50,000 pounds, anything from typical pallets to heavy equipment. Utilizing a Zero-Low Dock Lift offers tremendous benefits. Avoid costly construction of a pit or loading bay, especially in a leased building. Gain the flexibility of a portable solution that can be moved to different locations as needed. Easily adjust to various heights for different sizes and types of trailers. www.airtechnical.com

LLumin, Inc. has announced that it has released, in partnership with Rockwell Automation, Inc., the Archive Management of Change (MoC) module for FactoryTalk AssetCentre. Archive Management of Change augments the existing security in FactoryTalk AssetCenter Archive by adding workflow and digital signature. Customers who wish to add visibility and control around modifications made to Controller code being managed by FactoryTalk AssetCentre now have a simple but powerful tool they can use to track, from cradle-to-grave, the entire modification and change request process. www.llumin.com

Toyota Material Handling launches new Electric Pneumatic Forklift Models Toyota Material Handling is introducing two new versatile solutions designed to handle any indoor or outdoor applications with reliable, powerful performance. The all-new Toyota 48V and 80V Electric Pneumatic Forklifts are powered by Toyota-designed AC motors and built with operators in mind to elevate operational efficiency and productivity. These forklifts offer maintenance-free operation, programmable performance, and a power-select function for customization based on application and driver preference. With a maximum capacity range from 3,000 to 4,000 lbs. (48V) and 4,000 to 17,500 lbs. (80V), they are designed to handle a wide range of tasks, both indoors and out. www.toyotaforklift.com

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Seegrid gives select customers early access to Its new Autonomous Lift Truck

Lift-Rite has launched a new e-commerce site, enabling the company to provide customers with expanded access to its entire product line. The intuitive and easy-tonavigate site makes it effortless for customers to purchase 18 different Lift-Rite products in 33 total configurations. Customers can order the products online and pay with a credit card at the time of purchase. Lift-Rite e-commerce offers free shipping and handling of products within the United States. www.liftrite.com

Seegrid Corporation is giving select customers early access to Seegrid Palion™ Lift AMR, the company’s newest AMR—and the only autonomous lift truck with 3D perception in the industry. The select customers receiving first priority access to the highly anticipated Palion Lift are part of the Seegrid Technology Early-Access Program (STEP). Participants in STEP receive a dedicated Seegrid team, gain exclusive opportunities to experience and provide feedback on new Seegrid technology, obtain insights into product roadmaps, and have the ability to impact innovative new products like the Palion Lift. www.seegrid.com

Force Control introduces Quick Ship Program for MagnaShear™ Motor Brakes

Legacy Tension Fabric buildings feature structural steel frame

Force Control Industries introduces a quick ship program for MagnaShear™ motor brakes, with American-made parts ready for assembly in as little as a day. Brakeless brake motors from ¾ to 5 HP are also in stock, so that assembled brake motors can be delivered quickly, eliminating the supply chain woes, and the need to use inferior dry friction braking systems. www.forcecontrol.com

Combining rigid-frame engineering with the proven benefits of tension fabric membranes, Legacy Building Solutions offers superior quality fabric structures that are fully customizable. This design concept provides a high level of flexibility for a wide array of applications and industries, including commercial and industrial warehousing, cold storage facilities, equipment and bulk material storage, and many more. Legacy fabric buildings utilize a durable rigid frame in place of the hollow-tube, open web truss “hoop” framing traditionally used for fabric structures. www.legacybuildingsolutions.com

SKUtopia partners with Swisslog to provide new automated micro-fulfillment center with 24/7 click and collect Swisslog, is providing a boost to delivery efficiency and click and collect availability, with a new automated 24/7 e-commerce solution. E-commerce order fulfillment specialists, SKUtopia, are further extending their Australian leadership by working with Swisslog to introduce an automated MicroFulfillment Center (MFC) in Sydney SKUtopia enables profitable scalability for the eCommerce industry through software-enabled operations. The company’s four-in-one software package includes inventory management, order management, shipping management, and warehouse management. SKUtopia will use its Coworking and eCommerce Hub company Workit Spaces (fully owned by SKUTOPIA Pty Ltd) to enable eCommerce businesses to scale their business from one order to 10,000 orders. www.swisslog.com www.MHNetwork.com

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Let pedestrians and operators know if someone is just around the corner with our New LOOK-OUT ™

• Avoid Forklift Accidents • Alert Workers & Pedestrians • Warehouse, Yard and Office Applications • Reduce Liabilities • Increase Up Time

Alert Employees of Dangerous Collisions BEFORE They Occur! LOOK-OUT™

Currently, we have 42 standard package offerings, ranging from one-way to fourway intersections. These units can be mounted to racks, walls, or ceiling hung for the large units. Additionally, our new DUAL USE series consists of units that can be used INDOORS and OUTDOORS. Our units are Essential for Traffic Control.

Our LOOK OUT™ product line offers a versatile line of safety sensors that will alert workers and pedestrians if a forklift or other moving object is approaching just around the corner. Our sensors are great for any traffic area and are quickly becoming a standard for warehouse traffic control. Avoid accidents and potential liabilities to your facility. We have LOOK OUT™ products for just about every safety application for your warehouse, yard, or office needs. Additionally, if you need a custom solution, we will work with you to assure that your safety needs are met to complete satisfaction.

Protect your employees, visitors, and guests from dangerous collisions with forklifts or heavy equipment while walking through your facility. Safety and caution should be an automatic response to your implemented systems. We offer both interior and exterior sensors on our systems that can be mounted anywhere. They help control traffic concerns and communicate that someone is approaching from a spot that may not be otherwise visible.

When the sensors detect motion in blind spots around a corner or a door way, it begins to flash a warning to the pedestrian or operator who is approaching that intersection. Additionally, sensors will signal the lights on either side of the unit to flash as to indicate someone is approaching the same intersection. Thus, everyone approaching that intersection is informed of movement and will know to proceed with caution. The sensors may be adjusted to specific angles and lengths that will meet the needs of your facility. Signals are sent via bright flashing red LED lights on each visible side of the units.

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AVOID DEADLY AND COSTLY FORKLIFT COLLISIONS As workers juggle more projects and deadlines with shorter time constraints, safety can become jeopardized. As this happens, so do accidents. 40% of all forklift fatalities are caused by an individual being struck or run over by a forklift. Many of these accidents and fatalities can be avoided by warning pedestrians and forklift operators of approaching danger. Our LOOK OUT™ sensor alert warning system allows for quick and easy recognition of possible hazardous situations. Why take chances of liabilities when you can avoid accidents and protect your most valuable assets: your employees!

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Sensor detects up to 35 feet away,24 hours a day

Shown: Hall Door Monitor Basic

Blind spots, corners, and dangerous intersections can cause series accidents. Wouldn’t it be great if someone was always there to alert you of oncoming traffic? Despite Safety Supervisors efforts, they cannot always be there to prevent collisions. Thankfully, our units are there to scan traffic areas and alert 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. • The Look Out units cover 2, 3, and 4-way intersections. • The Hall Door and Overhead Door units cover hallways and overhead doors. • The Basics detect on one side and alert on the other. • The Dual Use series of units can be used for interior/exterior applications. Examples of these units are shown below. LOOK OUT 4

70’ 130’ 200’

35’

50’ Standard

10’-15”

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T R A F F I C

The ‘FIT’ Height Awareness Sensors TRAFFIC

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The Fit height Awareness Sensors alert truck drivers of overhead obstacles that may be in the line of an elevated mast. When the sensor beams are broken, the ‘FIT’ lights and audible alarm continuously alert the driver of potential danger.

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OVERHEAD DOOR BASIC— DOUBLE

DUAL USE 12 EXT DOD Sensor

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Exterior Double Box DOOR TRAFFIC

• Choose from 70’, 130’, and 200’ options for distance between sensors. • Sensors and selectable audible can be used for interior or exterior applications. • Great for protecting overhead sprinklers, heaters, lights, and storage; ceiling fans; loading dock awnings and industrial canopies; overhead bridge cranes; interior doorways; and parking garages. MADE in the U.S.A.

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