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contents 04 Bulletin Board World’s tallest crawler crane in Germany ALC welcomes release of Victorian Freight and Logistics Plan

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Ten ways to improve supply chain efficiency

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08 Bulk Material Handling New range of forklifts launched

10 Safety

12 Supply Chain

13 Trends

14 Materials Handling Springing into action with rubber solution When Size Does Matter: Overcoming the Problem of Incorrectly Specified Conveyor Rollers

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17 Software

Where the jobs are: The logistics industry hotspots

CALIDUS Total Logistics Software Launches in Australia

18 The Mercury Awards Finalists Logistics & Material’s Handling night of nights

New suspension options enhance safety

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World’s tallest crawler crane in Germany mining manufacturer liebherr group

1,500 tonnes of derrick ballast were

says it has constructed the world’s

placed on the machine on a special

tallest conventional crawler crane,

foundation.

standing at a height of almost 250 metres. according to the company, the crawler crane’s main mast stands at

to put the crawler together in this particular way, the main boom was steadily lifted with the help of the derrick winch.

120 metres, while the luffing jib stands

the luffing jib was slanted down and

at 126 metres. it stood at 248 metres

the roller cart was let go. then the hook

when it was first set up in July.

block was then reeved in on a two-line

liebherr also said it can lift a load of

basis. this was followed by the boom

up to 624 tonnes with a single heave.

system being elevated into place.

this is the same as lifting around 600

this weighed 700 tonnes.

small cars. a company spokesman said 400 tonnes of slewing platform ballast and

once in place, the crane lifted a twin-axle ltm 1030-2.1, 24 tonne mobile crane.

ALC welcomes release of Victorian Freight and Logistics Plan the australian logistics council (alc) has welcomed

economy in 2011. this could be higher since alc

the launch of the Victorian freight and logistics Plan.

estimates the sector is about 14.5% of the economy.

the Victorian freight and logistics Plan sets out a

while the freight task nationally will almost triple by

strategy for Victoria to deal with the expected growth in

2050, containerised imports and exports from Victoria

freight volumes across the state and nationally.

are set to almost quadruple. the plan also recognises

alc managing director michael Kilgariff explains that

that the logistics industry is increasingly dealing

the freight strategy estimates the freight and logistics

with goods that have been imported, rather than

sector contributed between $19 and $23 billion,

manufactured locally, which is consistent with trends

or about 8% of total economic activity to Victoria’s

elsewhere in australia.

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Ten ways to improve supply chain efficiency

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recent survey has pinpointed ten game-changing supply chain trends that can help companies improve their operations.

World-class companies need to revisit these trends on a regular basis to stay abreast in today’s dynamic and rapidly changing environment, the report said.

“We define game-changing trends as those trends that meet two basic criteria of being extremely impactful on a firm’s economic profit and shareholder value, as well as very difficult to implement successfully,” the report stated.

Companies must also be open to considering new challenges, such as the application of business analytics to big data and cloud-based applications.

The Game-Changing Trends in Supply Chain survey was conducted by the University of Tennessee (UT) and sponsored by Ernst & Young.

UT supply chain management faculty surveyed 163 supply chain professionals from 132 global companies to develop the list.

Companies surveyed ranged in size of revenue from US$75 million to US$500 million. Fiftynine percent of the participants surveyed were manufacturers, 26 percent were retailers, and 14 percent were service providers.

The study highlights some of the latest trends that companies must consider as they look to the future.

The ten trends addressed in the survey are: 1. Customer relationship management Leading companies are successfully segmenting their products and customers and developing tailored supply chain solutions for each segment.

This approach allowed one firm to eliminate nearly half (48 per cent) of its inventory while still improving on-shelf availability from 96 per cent to nearly 100 per cent.

2. Collaborative relationships A win-win collaboration between supplier and customer may be rare, but it can produce amazing results. These collaborations should be built on a foundation of common metrics, shared benefits, and trust. OfficeMax collaborated with its supplier Avery Dennison to dramati6 | Logistics&MaterialsHandling September 2013

cally increase revenue by more than 22 per cent, achieve product availability to more than 99 per cent, significantly decrease inventory by 34 per cent, and save more than $11 million in logistics costs.

3. Transformational strategy Only 16 per cent of firms have a documented multiyear supply chain strategy, yet developing these strategies can produce spectacular results.

Whirlpool used a transformational strategy to deliver record-high service levels while decreasing inventory levels by over US$100 million and logistics costs by US$20 million.

“To achieve a competitive advantage firms must coordinate operations with suppliers and customers to achieve a level of agility beyond that of competitors,” the report stated.

4. Process integration Of great concern to supply chain organisations is the functional silos that still exist and disrupt supply chain performance. One opportunity that can have tremendous impact is integrating purchasing and logistics. Although both functions are traditional supply chain functions, the research confirmed significant payback when these two areas align their objectives and operating plans.

5. Driver-based metrics Simply changing the performance measurement and goal-setting systems inside a firm can greatly enhance the overall performance of the supply chain. Procter & Gamble applied this concept and dramatically increased customer

service levels, market share, and sales.

“Good supply chain leaders should always ask themselves if their metrics have been designed with the right cross-functional accountabilities in place,” the report stated.

6. Information sharing and visibility Firms are changing the game by sharing and linking together masses of information from multiple sources (also referred to as big data) and interpreting the data using business analytics expertise.

7. Demand management No one buys a company’s stock because of the company’s ability to forecast. Yet increasing forecasting accuracy along with integrating the demand and supply functions across the supply chain can drive higher revenue, lower working capital, and decrease costs. Leading companies are leveraging big data and new approaches to better forecast demand.

8. Talent management Talent management is the number one requirement for transforming a supply chain. Critical competencies in hiring top supply chain talent include global orientation, leadership and business skills, and technical savvy.

“A talent plan is an essential part of the strategy to drive supply chain excellence,” the report stated.

But more than just finding the right person, the study said companies must ‘sell the opportunity’ to the candidate better and then ‘aggressively develop that talent’.

9. Virtual integration One of the fundamentals of a great supply chain is for a company to stick to what it does well—its core competencies—and leave the rest to worldclass service providers. When outsourcing, firms should create a win-win vested outsourcing framework with its service providers.

10. Value-based management Supply chain excellence is the key to creating shareholder value. On average, the supply chain controls 100 per cent of the inventory, manages 60 to 70 per cent of cost of goods sold, and provides the foundation to generate revenue by delivering outstanding availability. logisticsmagazine.com.au

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bulkmaterialhandling

New range of forklifts launched

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ompanies are focused Manitou has launched its new The diesel variant will be on achieving efficiencies series of semi industrial forklift powered by a Yanmar engine, while like never before and as trucks - the MI range. the gas powered forklifts will use part of this, are looking Speaking to Jean-Pierre Guérand, a Nissan engine, both of which to use single machines for multiple the global vice president of markethave high level air intakes, air applications able to service working for Manitou, at the launch at its filter safety cartridges, and vertical shops and warehouses as well as warehouse, he told LMH that this exhaust for the operators’ health. outside of these areas.

MI range was developed “as our aim Regarding operator comfort, While rough terrain forklifts have is to get more into the industrial Guérand told LMH that “we been working in demanding condimaterials handling sector”. are also looking at potentially tions for some time, they have not “Around 5800 hours of research increasing the seat weight been able to be used inside many and development went into the new handling, from its current workshops as they are simply too MI range,” Guérand said. level of 120 kilograms, up to wide to be useful.

“The ease of operation has been a 150 kilograms”.

On the other hand, warehouse major focus in its design.”

All of the forklifts in the based forklifts become a potential It has taken a two pronged MI range come with an hazard as soon as they leave the approach to the new vehicles, offerOkamura transmission, floor as they have a greater chance ing both a gas and diesel powered which Manitou says aids of tipping on uneven surfaces - a variant (dubbed the MI - G or MI the inching function danger which is heavily multiplied - D respectively) and available in and ensure a jerk-free when taking into account the rough a 1.5T, 1.8T, 2T, 2.5T, 3T, and 3.5T approach. mine site. version, providing 12 different will be A D _ L MH B U L F E B _ 1 3 . p d f Pa ge 1 6 / 1 2 / 1 2 , 3 : All 3 5thePmodels M Seeing the gap in the market, models in the range.

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New suspension options

enhance safety and cost advantages for vehicle operators

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dvances in safety-enhancing supplementary suspension systems are helping owners of hard working fleet and contractor vehicles throughout Australia to overcome the challenges posed by their widely varying workloads.

Air suspensions and air helper suspensions – and, most recently, fit-and-forget microcellular polyurethane Load-Up Helper Kits – have greatly expanded owners choices when augmenting ute, van, 4WD and work vehicle suspensions called on to cope with heavy and uneven loads, widely varying sites and roads, and towing trailers and caravans.

“It’s a fact that trades, fleet, delivery farm vehicles, for example, are being called on to carry even more varied loads at exactly the same time as employers are insisting on even more rigorous safety standards,” said Richard Clamp, managing director of Airbag Man, a manufacturer and supplier of air suspension products for the commercial and industrial markets.

“Many new vehicles are also dual purpose, serving as a workhorse during the week and towing boats, caravans and trailers at the weekend when they revert to being a family vehicle. That can give their original suspension a real workout,” he said.

In addition to bolstering a vehicle’s ability to cope with heavy, varying and unevenly distributed loads (including tanks, tools, generators, compressors and trailers) easily adjustable air and air helper suspensions help prevent sagging, twisting, and premature wear of the suspension and chassis of 2WD and 4WD utilities, light and medium trucks, pickup vehicles, SUVs and vans.

Safety advantages are clear: with air-leveled vehicles achieving steering and braking benefits through evenly poised vehicles that corner flat and true, don’t dive dangerously under braking and don’t sag and drag in the tail under towing.

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vehicles, ranging upwards from simple selfinstalled kits that are installed by owners and pumped up like a tyre to respond to varying loads.

“Some owners – particularly fleet owners – like to have us fit in-cab controls so drivers can quickly and safely adjust for load and road conditions without having to get out of their seat. Other owners prefer us to fit full pure air systems for the ultimate benefits in ride, safety and performance,” Clamp explained.

But even though fleet managers and private owners alike have grown to understand and widely adopt air and air helper suspension, there has until now been a market segment that current after-market suspensions have not addressed.

That market is for a totally no-maintenance “fit and forget” supplementary suspension to suit fleet or individual owners with widely varying load and safety issues - but who do not need or want the flexibility of fully adjustable air suspensions that can be adjusted day to

day, or month to month, and flexibly varied to optimally suit changing operating conditions.

For such operators, an expanding range of Load-Up helper spring kits has been introduced that need no inflation or ongoing pressure checks by drivers.

Rather than the tough inflatable Firestone airbags employed in other Airbag Man products, Load-Up kits use a non-inflated microcellular polyurethane material specifically developed for automotive use.

The new easily installed range of Load-Up Helper Kits – each tailored for no-drilling installation on all major ranges of 2WD and 4WD leaf sprung vehicles – are ideal for many load management and safety applications in fleet, workplace and private-use vehicles because they are custom-engineered to provide a ‘no-fuss - simply fit and forget’ option.

“Such operators may be functioning in extremely remote situations, or with limited staff, workshop or driver time available to cope with anything beyond their immediate tasks in hand. Often, different drivers may be used in different vehicles who may be unfamiliar with its particular suspension needs,” Clamp said.

“Sometimes operators simply wish to avoid any ongoing maintenance requirements while gaining proven cost-efficiencies through supplementing and protecting their vehicles’ suspensions.”

In addition to reducing suspension fatigue and maintenance costs by assisting the factory suspension, Load-Up kits have major driver benefits in reducing the chance of bottoming out and enhancing braking performance through better vehicle stability under load.

Kits are adjustable for varied spring geometry and stiffness combinations and for individual loading requirements using spacers provided.

The kits reduce spring deflection over a wide range of loads.

“Load-Up kits complement the extensive ranges of adjustable air suspensions advocated

by Airbag Man as an ultimate solution to safety and load handling issues,” Clamp said. logisticsmagazine.com.au

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Kmart goes from woe to go after overhauling supply chain Five years ago, Kmart Australia was on the verge of bankruptcy. Today, the company is one of the most profitable retailers in Australia – a turnaround credited in large part to its supply chain.

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he original Kmart stores were set up in Australia in 1968 as a joint venture with the Kmart group in the US. Today, it is 100 percent owned by Wesfarmers and the name is used under a long-term licensing agreement.

In 2008, the retailer was in trouble, caught in the midst of a recession with zero profit.

That same year, managing director Guy Russo was hired to lead the turnaround of the struggling conference Russo said the chain company. had been facing tough times and AAtDthe _ Lcompany’s O G S I Mrecent O C T supplier _ 0 9 . p d was f P g everge 1 of9closing / 2 2 /down.

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retailers in Australia,” he said.

Changes were made not just to store layout and product mix, but also to streamline the supply chain, increase direct sourcing, focused more on increasing volumes and working with suppliers to innovate and bring prices down.

By implementing a lean methodology, and using a range of supply chain processes such as pick and pack, where they reduced the carton sizes and lowered shipping costs, Kmart succeeded in reducing supply chain costs by over $60 million.

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Where the jobs are: The logistics industry hotspots

A new report is highlighting the in-demand roles in Australia’s logistics industry and the drivers behind the sector’s growth.

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ecruiting experts Hays Logistics has listed operation managers, demand planners and transport supervisors as currently being in demand in Australia’s logistics market.

Tim James, senior regional director of Hays Logistics observes that the gloss has worn off the resources and mining sector as the country moves away from a two-speed economy to a system of micro-economies that are creating pockets of employment opportunities.

The report said structural change aimed at increasing productivity was a driving factor behind the demand in jobs in the logistics sector.

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Operations managers with the ability to not only manage the business operationally, but also improve operational efficiencies and save money are being sought by employers.

Demand planners with strong people skills are in demand.

Typically planners possess strong analytical skills, however with S&OP taking a major step forward over recent years, planners who can interact well across the business are now required.

Transport supervisors with express and FMCG experience are sought. Given that people are worse with many candidates ordering more products online, possessing five or more years the express area of the industry is of experience seeking a branch busier than ever before. manager role, which further Freight forwarders to replace depletes the talent pool.

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DC managers are being sought by employers who are looking for candidates with a very specific skill set. While MC drivers and reach stacker operators are currently in demand in Perth given the lack of qualified people to fill vacant positions.

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Springing into action with a rubber solution An innovative rubber design is helping better support crushing equipment.

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ne of the problems with metal coil springs supporting crushing and screening equipment is compression set.

The term means that some springs get tired over their lifetime and can settle, or set, suffering permanent compression by up to 27 per cent below their original design height.

This means they don’t perform to their original specifications.

Such wear can make the vibrating equipment they support potentially unstable and prone to breakages, because spring set doesn’t always happen evenly, and can affect different springs under different parts of a screen or crusher to a different extent.

One side may become more worn than another, for example, affecting dynamic stability, imposing uneven loads and even leading to breakages and production interruptions. The problem is compound by the springs often being in the most inaccessible parts of machinery where workers have to crawl around in confined spaces, leading to delays and OH and S issues.

Marsh Mellow springs from Firestone, distributed throughout Australia by Air Springs Supply Pty Ltd, aim to alleviate excessive spring set and breakages in a number of applications by using rubber.

Marsh Mellows are in use worldwide in applications such as shaker screens, crushing equipment, vibrating bins and other vibrating equipment used in applications including food processing, manufacturing, materials handling, quarries, mineral processing and primary product processing.

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tages over both conventional coils and solid rubber springs for many tasks,” said Air Springs Supply national sales and marketing manager James Maslin.

They operate silently with more spring travel and greater load capacities than conventional coil springs.

Maslin said they can’t break, splinter or fragment like a metal spring and one of their big advantages is that they suffer only a maximum of 7 per cent compression set over the life of the part. This means they can be changed in and out of different sets of springs without upsetting the dynamic balance of the whole set.

Cylindrical Marsh Mellow springs are constructed of a solid rubber core with a hollow centre and several plies of fabric-reinforced rubber as an outer cover. The plies provide the springs with stability as well as a consistent cylindrical shape.

The spring’s components (rubber, bias plies, size of centre) are combined in different ways to meet specific load and performance requirements (such as those of crushing and screening equipment).

This gives them great flexibility and precision, said Maslin.

Vibration isolation “Another of the big pluses of Marsh Mellows is that they offer constant vibration isolation with changing loads. Their variable spring rate allows for a nearly constant natural frequency under the impact of such loads,” Maslin said.

“And because of the Marsh Mellows’ greater deflection capabilities – and the load-carrying influences of the fabric reinforcement - it can carry a greater load when compared to a solid rubber part of

the same modulus and dimensions.”

Maslin said their ability to maintain a cylindrical shape while supporting greater loads means a smaller overall size can be used compared with an all-rubber springs of identical load capacity.

This is important when considering an application with a small design envelope.

Marsh Mellow Die Springs can also be compressed by up to 40 per cent of their free height at a cycling rate of 50 cycles per minute (cpm) or less. Cycling rates of up to 300 cpm can be attained.

Increased stability, reduced downtime Rubber is an incompressible fluid which will flow to the path of least resistance. This means that as a Marsh Mellow’s height compresses, the fabric-reinforced rubber plies pantograph and the diameter grows.

This supports the rubber core laterally, even at 30-40 per cent compression.

The springs’ flexibility also helps eliminate downtime and potential damage to machinery. When a coil springs fails, it will often crack, allowing fragments of the coil to damage equipment. This problem is eliminated with the rubber construction of the springs. logisticsmagazine.com.au

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When Size Does Matter:

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o the untrained, a small variation in the length or diameter of a conveyor roller may seem insignificant, but the effect of installing the wrong size roller can ultimately be quite devastating structurally and costly to operations. Neil Kinder, CEO of Kinder, explained that “if correctly done, modifying the roller supports to accommodate the length of the roller may allow the new roller to be installed and operate properly. But what happens the next time this roller is replaced? If the same part isn’t supplied, a sloppy or incorrect fit may result in incorrect belt tracking and other potentially major high maintenance problems”.

“Whereas correctly specified conveyor rollers L Ominimise 0 7 1 3 _downtime, 0 0 0 _ Hreduce A K . maintenance pdf Pa ge will labour costs and reduce the often hidden

additional costs associated with lost product.

Also, correctly specifying conveyor rollers means more than just supplying “rough measurements”.

Providing an accurately measured roller length to a supplier can be the difference between a quick installation and a long maintenance shut down and this difference in operational efficiency can be measured in financial terms.

“Conveyor belt tracking is arguably one of the most common headaches for conveyor maintenance engineers and accurately specifying the correct diameter of a conveyor roller can eliminate one potential cause of this problem.

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Dematic helps ACFS maximise DC capacity quick smart Dematic, the manufacturer of ColbyRACK storage solutions, recently helped ACFS Port Logistics to fit out its new distribution centre (DC) in Melbourne in record time.

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ematic, the manufacturer of ColbyRACK storage solutions, recently

helped ACFS Port Logistics to fit out its new distribution centre (DC) in Melbourne in record time.

Within just five weeks of receiving the order, Dematic had completed the production and installation of a massive 25,000 pallet capacity storage system at ACFS’ new DC in Derrimut in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

Dematic’s regional sales manager for storage equipment, Rod Brooks, said the project was one of the most demanding the company had manufactured and installed.

“ACFS is a rapidly growing specialist 3PL servicing some of Australia’s largest retailers, and its success in recent years is very much down to its ‘can-do’ attitude,” Brooks said. “So when it recently won a contract to support the expansion of a new national hardware business in Australia, ACFS needed to move quickly to expand its DC network.

“ACFS’ challenge to Dematic was how can you best utilise the space in our new DC, and how quickly can you help get us up and running?

“We presented a range of options before settling on a solution that optimised the cube within the 16,000 sqm DC by closely following the facility’s roofline profile,” he said.

“This resulted in a ColbyRACK pallet storage solution that features over 20 different elevations and accommodates a range of pallet heights from 600 mm up to 1.4 m.

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use of double-deep ColbyRACK, with a top pallet beam level of around 10m. Storage flexibility is also optimised,” said Brooks “with every location capable of storing the heaviest pallets, which means ACFS can put any pallet anywhere in the system”.

Dematic’s extensive project management experience helped make sure ACFS could commence operations at the new DC asap.

“We basically worked around the clock for several weeks to manufacture the ColbyRACK, and put a lot of effort into co-ordinating the transport, delivery and progressive installation of the equipment when it reached Melbourne,” Brooks said.

“The transport requirements alone were a significant logistics exercise, with the process requiring more than 40 B-double semi-trailers to ship the racks from our factory in Sydney to Melbourne,” he said.

“We were on site within two weeks of receiving the order and, as soon as the ColbyRACK components started arriving in Melbourne, we began erecting the system,

starting at one end of the DC and progressively handing sections over to ACFS so it, in turn, could start bringing stock into the DC from its Port of Melbourne container terminal.

“From receiving the order to handing over the final bays of racking, we actually completed the project in just over a month, which is remarkable given the scale and complexity of the solution,” Brooks said.

ColbyRACK storage solution features A feature of the space-efficient ColbyRACK storage solution is the use of double deep rack beams with heavy-duty welded cleats to support the guide rails that assist the safe placement of pallets in double deep storage systems.

“The guide rails in double deep storage systems, especially those in higher bays, take a fair bit of punishment over the course of their working life and our use of heavy-duty welded cleats with bolted connections, compared to the Tek-screwed connections many

other suppliers use, provides a significantly stronger and safer solution,” Brooks explained.

“Many people think there is little difference between storage systems, but that is akin to saying all cars are the same. Our locally designed and manufactured ColbyRACK systems are the result of more than 40 years experience in providing storage solutions throughout Australia,” he said.

“The combination of our exclusive Colby RACKMAN software, our experienced team of specialist structural engineers, including Dr Murray Clarke BSc BE PhD MIEAust, and our ISO9001 quality-assured manufacturing facilities ensure customers receive the highest quality products and the optimum solution for their business.”

ACFS Managing Director, Arthur Tzaneros, said he had been very impressed by Dematic’s ability and commitment to delivering the job in such a short timeframe.

“Dematic’s storage design team certainly presented the most space-efficient option and its local manufacturing capacity enabled it to meet our demanding start-up schedule for the project,” said Tzaneros.

“This is the first time we have worked with Dematic and we have been very impressed by the quality of its service, solution and equipment.

“The racking is well designed and the quality of manufacture is first class.”

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CALIDUS Total Logistics Software Launches in Australia OBS Logistics has launched its CALIDUS Total Logistics Software System into the Australian market to help third party logistics services companies and wholesale/distribution businesses increase the efficiency of their transport and warehouse operations.

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ALIDUS Total Logistics is a comprehensive logistics operational system and includes warehouse management, transport planning and execution, collection and delivery management and supply chain tracking to helps optimise complex distribution networks by managing orders, inventory and labour from a single or multiple control centres.

The solution is provided with the option of a traditional implementation at the client’s premises or using a SaaS approach where companies looking to take advantage of lower upfront investment costs can select from a range of managed service options that combine the benefits of cloud computing with the reassurance of a secure hosting facility owned and managed by OBS Logistics.

OBS Logistics works with some of the leading names in logistics across the world and the move into Australia represents the next step in the expansion of its customer base across the globe.

Chief of OBS Logistics, Dave Renshaw, said launching into the Australian market represented a key milestone for the software provider.

“Our launch into the Australian market is an exciting move for OBS Logistics. Our CALIDUS Total Logistics suite has been extremely well received here such that we have already secured business, which has led to us establishing ourselves in the region to grow our business further ,”Renshaw said.

Whether their customer is a logistics company operating contracts for a number of clients, or an in-house logistics operation working on a dedicated base, CALIDUS Total Logistics’ provides a range of features for differing application.

The fully integrated system was developed using the latest technologies to provide the flexibility needed to respond to the changing needs of the industry and includes features such as electronic proof of delivery, rail container management and voice directed picking.

Stephen McCartney, head of global business development for OBS said the products had been

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tion to better communicate data.

Features include the ability to synchronise locations and resource master data, download the manifest and trip plan to the in-cab system and the transmittance of execution data including arrival and departure times and locations.

While management level monitoring capabilities and KPI monitoring are also available.

well received in Australia as more companies looked for ways to improve the way they operate.

“We are finding that there is a real hunger for products which will allow organisations to improve visibility across the whole operation and supply chain, to improve productivity by bringing their organisations onto one platform, but also to be outward looking at customers not just to offer tracking but seeking to offer add services which are supported by systems processes rather than simply pushing more human resource,” McCartney said.

McCartney said CALIDUS is a suite of products which can be deployed as required allowing customers to address specific business needs.

Optimisation and Planning CALDIUS TMS not only plans vehicle trips, but optimises them to make better use of driver miles and reduce empty running miles.

Facilities within the software allow for dynamic routing and scheduling through postcode driven routing, calculation of planned arrival and departure times for each trip to stop meet order windows and support for back loading.

While further efficiencies can be found in the allocation of drivers, tractors and trailers to trips, the analysis of collections, deliveries on the same trip and vehicle limit checks during load builds.

In-Cab Communications The software provides interfacing in-cab systems and is being used in conjunction with a number of different third party in-cab solutions as well as OBS Logistics’ own EPOD solu-

Execution of Trips The software is able to manage the execution of trips from loading and dispatch through to final proof of delivery.

Comprehensive information on the outcome of each collection and delivery captures vehicle check information as well as the collection of information from in-cab systems.

The recording of time sensitive information such as start, stop, waiting and adherence to booking slots is also available, to ensure efficiency is maintained at all times and any issues can be quickly solved.

Pallet and Equipment Tracking Tracking the pallet and equipment is essential in minimising the high cost of losses.

CALIDUS is able to define equipment by type and capture quantity and types of equipment delivered and collected at each stop point.

Further, the software provides even greater security with its ability to stock balances of pallets and equipment by type for each depot, pick up and drop point.

Billing Facilities With an interface connected to businesses internal financial systems, the billing facilities provided represent further productivity gains.

Companies are able to bill based on plans, however any changes made during execution will also be reflected in the billing.

Miscellaneous invoicing is also available for ad hoc invoices, while invoice production with the option to email via distribution lists is also available.

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Logistics & Materials Handling night of nights With all the Mercury Award’s nominations now back from the judges and the winners locked in, all is set to be unveiled in Sydney this month.

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ot long to go now! The 8th Annual Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards promise to be the industry’s night of nights.

To be held this year on Thursday the 12th of September at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf in Sydney, the awards are set to be the best yet in recognising the cream of the crop of Australia’s logistics and materials handling providers.

With more than 180 industry leaders set to attend the awards dinner, coupled with an in-the-know-guest speaker, the evening is a must-attend for those in the business of moving Australia’s goods.

Managing editor of Logistics & Materials Handling magazine, Cole Latimer said the presentation ceremony promised to highlight the many successes businesses in the sector have achieved over the last twelve months.

“It’s great to see the awards once again highlighting the enormous contribution that the logistics industry makes to Australia.” Latimer said.

“As everyone knows without the trucks rolling the country grinds to a halt.”

“Again this year we can see the leap forward that technology is making within this sector and how it is helping the industry to create gains in efficiency and productivity.”

Latimer also extended a thank you to the businesses who entered the awards for their continued support of the program.

“I’d like to thank all the companies who took the time to enter and make these awards the success they are,” he said.

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Logistics leader

Asixa Asixa operates out of Pakenham, in Melbourne’s south

Manhattan Associates

east, and provides overnight freight services across

Manhattan Associates is a leading global supply chain

Victoria, specialising in service delivery to regional and

optimisation provider. Established in 1990 in Manhattan Beach

rural areas. It has been operating since 1995, and

California, Manhattan Associates now has 11 offices around the

supplies road freight, warehousing and consulting

world and more than 1,200 customers globally.

services to clients in the automotive, plumbing, industrial supplies, retail and not-for-profit sectors.

Moving tyres is Asixa’s specialty and the company

The company began operations in Australia more than 10 the use of forklifts can be maximised.

years ago and currently employs over 40 staff across its Sydney

Not only does Asixa benefit from these

and Melbourne offices.

continually evolves its specialist tyre operations to be-

practices in its own operation, it provides advice

come the preferred logistics supplier for tyre suppliers

to supply and distribution clients as well. Through its

including retail, consumer goods, grocery, fashion and logistics

Manhattan Associates services a cross-section of verticals

and distributors throughout country Victoria. It delivers

logistics consulting capabilities, it educates clients

service providers. Locally, it has over 30 customers, including

nearly 850,000 tyres annually – spanning passenger

and provides them with the materials to implement

the likes of Coles, DHL, Super Retail Group, Jeanswest,

vehicle tyres to earthmoving machinery varieties –

specialist handling practices to maximise palletised and

GraysOnline, CottonOn, Corporate Express, Crocs, Chanel,

throughout the state’s regional centres and rural towns.

machine-handled stock and reduce manual handling.

Visy and Fantastic Furniture.

Asixa is able to palletise a large portion of its tyre

This reduces manual handling for Asixa, the costs for

Manhattan Associates’ key supply chain innovations in

freight on-site, utilising automated shrink-wrapping

clients, and means they are occupying client loading

Australia include Manhattan SCOPE and Manhattan SCALE.

equipment to keep stock secure, which in turn means

docks for shorter periods of time.

Manhattan SCOPE is a portfolio of software solutions and technology that help organisations optimise their supply

RSW and Haden & Custance

chains from planning through execution including planning and forecasting, inventory optimisation, order lifecycle management,

RSW, in collaboration with Haden &

picking and palletising has become

unnecessary use of materials and

transportation lifecycle management, and distribution

Custance, combines high efficiency

the bane of every warehouse

equipment.

management. Manhattan SCALE is a portfolio of distribution

with new levels of flexibility through

owner’s existence, yet it is the most

MXRP is an efficient robot-

a new, innovative Mixed Case Row

critical task in the distribution center

based case palletising system

on Microsoft.NET technology. It provides professional services,

Palletising (MXRP) solution which

(DC), and for their solution-based

that utilises the latest in flexible

including planning and implementation services; customer

they say offers a performance

approach to this issue has been

gripper technology, enlarging the

support services, as well as training services.

increase of up to three times that

nominted as a Logistics Leader.

application spectrum for mixed

of existing case pick solutions

The company’s robotic

management and transportation management solutions built

The company’s strong focus on supply chain R&D means

palletising. The most innovative

it can continually keep abreast of the latest trends such as

through innovative pick and place

palletising solutions provide high

part of the MXRP gripper is the

those brought about by the surge in online shopping, and

technology.

capacity, flexibility and modular

forks, which can be adjusted both

subsequently ensure it meets the needs, demands of its

design, saving energy and the

horizontally and vertically.

customers.

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Enerpac UNIVERSAL CRANES A high precision Enerpac SyncHoist system has been successfully deployed by heavy lift and transport specialists Universal Cranes to ensure accuracy and safety in the hoisting and positioning of key components of one of the largest ships ever built for the Royal Australian Navy.

The Enerpac System - deployed by Universal Cranes for the Landing Helicopter Deck (LHD) vessel project– is being introduced to Australasia to enhance crane performance and safety in diverse heavy lift projects including construction, engineering, hydraulics, mining and energy, oil and gas, manufacturing and metal fabrication and shipbuilding.

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“The SyncHoist allowed a gradual lift of the load, and dynamic adjustment in relation to the centre of gravity during the lift,” Universal Cranes heavy lift engineer Nick Morris said.

MitreFinch MACKENZIE INTERMODAL Mitrefinch mobile time-clocking and self-service technology is designed to easily manage and track a diverse, moving workforce.

The Mitrefinch Workforce Time Management System provides organisations involved in logistics and materials handling with the tools to track employee attendance and labour transfers from or allowances and plan and control labour expenditure and work

Staples Australia

schedules.

Staples Australia & New Zealand is a subsidiary of the world’s largest office

any location, calculate hours worked and associated penalties

MitreFinch recently installed time and attendance software with Biometric Data Collection to help Mackenzie Intermodal accurately

supplies company Staples.

During late 2012 the supply chain & national transport team initiated a project

manage attendance, improve productivity and automate the

known as “Staples Spot” which aimed to implement Mobile Data Terminals in

workforce management process.

the in-house transportation network across Australia.

Mitrefinch TMS provides real-time attendance and data reports which are seamlessly integrated with Mackenzie’s payroll system.

With immediate access to real-time, personalised reports, managers can also deal with anomalies as they occur.

“The implementation of Mitrefinch TMS has enabled us to improve productivity without having to increase our headcount. In addition, with enhanced visibility over punctuality, we have achieved a significant improvement in time-keeping,” Mackenzie’s financial

“Staples spot” refers to a small metal plate that a driver installs into the customers’ business location.

The plate is fitted with a barcode and displays the text “Staples Spot”.

The customer signs an Authority to Leave (ATL) which allows the driver to deliver the goods any time to the designated “Staples Spot” the barcode scan then becomes the customers standing signature / ePOD. This improves customer service as many customers order supplies from Staples daily – the technology makes receiving deliveries easier for the customer.

controller John Alderson said.

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Icon Integration BRADY ICON Integration was formed in 2011 and is a specialised SAP services company focused on helping SAP customers maximise their operational efficiencies by leveraging SAP supply chain execution solutions.

Central to its offering is SAP Warehouse Management (or more recently Extended Warehouse Management) and associated technologies such as RF and Voice enablement.

When Brady had to relocate its warehouse facility in NSW from two out-dated sites into a purpose built distribution centre, Icon Integration introduced a direct voice solution for SAP (based on Vocollect VDERP, sold via Dematic).

Icon configured VDERP to optimise operational layouts, systems and order fulfilment processes at the new facility.

“The seamless integration of our SAP WM and voice picking systems has greatly streamlined and simplified a critical interface, and has significantly improved the robustness and reliability of our paperless operations,” Brady’s operation manager Simon Harris said.

RSW and Haden & Custance Haden & Custance specialises in the design, manufacture and automation of materials handling equipment for the food and dairy industries worldwide.

The company’s robotic palletising solutions provide high

SICK Sick has been nominated as a finalist for the Technology Application of the Year award for its developments in dimensioning, weighing, and scanning technology.

In its operations the company noticed a major gap in the supply chain industry, in particular the transference of goods from vehicles such as trucks.

The company said the process of unloading the goods is usually a manual one, which is typically supported by different types of conveyors for fast, efficient, and ergonomic work.

In many cases, the step also implies a transfer of risk for the goods from one service provider to another, not only due to the manual handling aspects but also the tracking of the goods.

capacity, flexibility and modular design, saving energy and the unnecessary use of materials and equipment.

RSW, in collaboration with Haden & Custance, combines high efficiency with new levels of flexibility through a new, innovative Mixed Case Row Palletising (MXRP) solution.

MXRP is an efficient robot-based case palletising system that utilises the latest in flexible gripper technology, enlarging the application spectrum for mixed palletising.

The gripper works in tandem with a load station that groups cases in the proper sequence and then elevates the

Sick have developed new DWS technology to aid this process.

product, allowing the gripper forks to gently lift the packages

Using a certified legal-for-trade dimensioning system ensures the data captured is accurate as

from the bottom. The design allows H&C to handle various

reported from the point of departure.

package types, including open top cases. The MXRP

Having correct data then supports claiming supplementary shipment charges from customers.

gripper forks can be adjusted both horizontally and verticall,

The end result is improved efficiencies, cost recovery and ROI from the cost of implementing

presenting a unique advantage for mixed palletising by

the initial DWS system.

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SolidPlus is cementing itself in the industrial/forklift tyre service industry through technical innovation in its warehousing and storage solutions.

The company has implemented a raft of technological solutions that ensures its customers warehouse and storage solutions are made easier.

New key digital features that are part of this solution include tailor-made IT programs for each individual customer, online fleet monitoring, online ordering and the recording of KPIs for each job.

All SolidPlus forklift tyre service trucks across Australia are fitted with GPS navigators and tracking devices so customers are kept in the loop regarding arrival times. Customers are also

Manhattan Associates Manhattan Associates is a leading global supply chain optimisation provider.

The company has been nominated for implementing a warehouse solution that allows Super Retail Group to

receiving accurate real-time invoices direct to specific ac-

have full visibility of inventory; scalability to allow for increase SKU’s and product lines; and a solution that could

counting staff and detailed records are kept so customers can

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The challenge for Super Retail Group was to create a new distribution strategy incorporating a series of

manage much of their account online.

The company says the success of the initiative has filtered down from the corporate decision makers who save valuable time and money to the busy press operator getting his hands dirty, ensuring the forklift driver is a happy end user.

internal multi-user distribution centres so that inventory from all eight business units could be managed across each distribution centre.

This particular challenge arose when SRG acquired several additional brands such as Rebel and Amart Sports, which rapidly increased the company’s product mix, creating increased complexity across its SKUs. Manhattan SCOPE has provided SRG with full visibility of inventory levels across all eight of its brands. By

Ross Grassick from Lencrow Group, a leading material handling company, said SolidPlus had helped improved his

having this visibility, SRG can plan and forecast inventory levels to ensure they have enough stock on hand to

company’s cashflow.

satisfy customers’ needs in store. In addition, many of SRGs brands now have online portals, allowing custom-

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are located and how long it will take to ship to the customer.

Polar Fresh Cold Chain Services Polar Fresh Cold Chain Services, Parkinson Chilled

cost-per-carton. The process of moving produce

through going out-of-date whist waiting for delivery.

Distribution Centre (CDC) operates as a third party

in-to-store is also more controlled through the Polar

Stores are also receiving more frequently deliveries,

logistics provider; providing dedicated storage and

Fresh site; resulting in increased efficiency and cost

again resulting in higher quality products being

service to a major national supermarket chain.

savings for both Polar Fresh and its customer. The

supplied.

In October 2012, Polar Fresh Parkinson went live

systems being utilised by Polar Fresh allow for more

The dedicated facility now employs over 650 Team

with the implementation of fresh produce to the site.

control over produce. The system allows for greater

Members and supplies all confectionary, milk, poultry,

This resulted in significant change to the operation

traceability; meaning that at any one time, Polar Fresh

meat, dairy, chilled, frozen and fresh produce products

of the business; with it not only requiring double the

can determine where product is and provide accurate

to over 200 stores throughout Queensland and New

amount of team members and almost double the

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South Wales.

amount of volume being moved through the site.

customer and the stores. Since the implementation

The implementation of produce into the Parkinson

With over 1.3 million cartons despatched per week,

there is better management of date codes of product;

Polar Fresh Parkinson CDC is a 24 hour a day, 7 days

site has resulted in significantly reduced costs for

resulting in more frequent turnover of stock through

per week site and the largest site (chilled or otherwise)

their customer; with a dramatic reduction in the

the distribution centre and less product going to waste

in its customers network.

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Top Third Party Logistics Provider Proudly sponsored by

Polar Fresh Cold Chain Services For its provision of logistics support, transport and warehousing services, Polar Fresh Cold Chain Services, and its Parkinson Chill Distribution Centre have been nominated for the 2013 Mercury awards Top Third Party Logistics Provider of the Year.

The company Polar Fresh Cold Chain Services and its Parkinson Chilled Distribution Centre (CDC) operates as a third party logistics provider; providing dedicated storage and service to a major national supermarket chain.

Asixa

Polar Fresh Parkinson originally began operation in

Manhattan Associates

2009, working with three different chambers: ambient,

For the provision of solutions for the supply chain

chain in providing customers greater access to fresher

rating, high customer net promoter score (NPS) of +44

industry Manhattan Associates has been nominated

produce, and addressing all the logistical issues that

and a Level Four Safety Management Achievement

as a finalist for the Top Third Party Logistics Provider

this new approach for the supermarket chain required.

Program, combined with its loyal and experienced

award.

Asixa and its regional delivery network has provided comprehensive overnight freight services to every inch of the state for almost two decades.

Its 98 per cent delivered in full on time (DIFOT)

team, are all reasons why Asixa is a finalist for this year’s Top Third Party Logistics Provider award.

Asixa provides road freight, warehousing and

Manhattan has been recognised for the development of its SCOPE (Supply Chain Optimisation….Planning through Execution) solutions which leverage what

consultancy services to a range of sectors, including

it claims is the industry’s only supply chain process

automotive, plumbing, hardware and not-for-profit,

platform to provide optimisation and integration through

from its hub in the south-east Melbourne suburb

its customers’ services.

of Pakenham. It delivers more than one million

Manhattan’s fully scalable SCOPE uses predictive

consignments, including nearly 850,000 tyres, across

and algorithmic technology to refine supply chain

Victoria and into southern New South Wales and South

operations in real time as internal or external conditions

Australia each year.

change.

Moving tyres is Asixa’s specialty and through

It breaks down functional silos to create what it calls

chiller and freezer; employing over 300 team members and dispatching over 750 000 cartons per week.

It is being recognised for aiding the supermarket

Over the last 12 months, Polar Fresh has gone through a major period of change and growth with the implementation of fresh produce into the site.

Although it started in October last year, the switch required a major change in business operations.

It not only required doubling the number of team members and almost doubling the volume levels being moved through the site, but it also necessitated the physical expansion of the company’s site.

This expansion took part in two parts, namely the construction of a new freezer chamber and a banana ripening room as an addition to the existing structure,

customer relationships, specialised skill-sets and

“whole chain awareness”, a holistic, end-to-end supply

while at the same time it also converted one of its

tailored logistics equipment and systems, the

chain visibility and insight that aids logistics companies

freezer chambers into two produce chambers.

company has made itself an indispensable link in the

in prevent decisions in one supply chain operational

tyre sector’s country Victoria supply chain.

area unknowingly impacting another area; and in

son site in October 2012 and the subsequent volume

identifying and optimising opportunities across the entire

was integrated into the site gradually over a six day

supply chain for improved performance.

period, meaning that Polar Fresh reached a ‘steady

It delivers nearly 850,000 tyres annually – spanning passenger vehicle tyres to earthmoving machinery varieties – throughout the state’s regional centres and

According to the company “Manhattan SCOPE’s

The first produce pallet was moved into the Parkin-

state’ approximately eight weeks prior to its peak

rural towns, servicing more than 50 clients from the

profile of solutions includes inventory optimisation,

sector and more than 200 tyre brands.

transport management, distribution management, order

As the implementation was only two months out

lifecycle management, and store fulfilment and planning.

from the Christmas peak-period, the migration was

Through its logistics consulting capabilities Asixa educates clients and provides them with the

“By synthesising these solutions into one

week for the key Christmas period.

done in-line with the organisations current receipt,

materials to implement specialist handling practices

single integrated framework (Manhattan SCOPE),

pick and dispatch profiles as opposed to the usual

to maximise palletised and machine-handled stock

organisations have visibility and insight into the entire

produce profile; providing even more of a challenge

and reduce manual handling. This reduces manual

supply chain operation, which allows them to make

for the team due to the number of team members re-

handling for Asixa, the costs for clients, and means

quick business decisions, critical in today rapidly

quired in the chamber at a time performing forklift and

they are occupying client loading docks for shorter

evolving marketplace,” and in turn allowing them to help

order selection duties in order to meet the demands of

periods of time.

transport, logistics and warehousing firms solve their

its customer.

own issues with minimal issues.

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PICKMASTER™ A-FRAME AUTOMATIC PICKING SYSTEM CASI introduced the PickMaster™ A-Frame automatic picking system in recent years, and it has proven itself in the field specifically for small items such as CDs, DVDs, small boxed items, as well as custom items which are designed per application. It is designed for high volume, split case item oriented picking. The modular design, makes it easy use as a single dispensed product or add banks of 20 dispensers as well as conveyors and sorters utilizing SolidSuite software and controls.

The PickMaster™ adds an additional high volume picking method to CASI’s SolidPick™ order picking module to go with our existing voice picking and pick to light offering.

PickMaster™ is an all-electric design, utilizing low voltage components using standard drops. The system is the lowest cost A-Frame system & may be arranged in various configurations to pick fast and medium moving SKUs. Items are dispensed either directly into totes or shipping cartons, or automatically picked to belt for optional labelling and sortation. Replenishment can be performed at any time without stopping the picking process.

A-Frame Dispenser Features: PickMaster™ Benefits: • Low Cost • Increased productivity • High Rate • High throughput • Rate to 80 products per minute • Reduced manpower • Custom product sizes available • Versatility of product handling capabilities • Up to 3600 orders per hour • Real-time replenishment • 99.95% order picking accuracy • Reduced floor space • Proven, reliable controls CASI’s other components include: quiet 24volt conveyor systems, line shaft conveyors, check weigh & cubing, manifesting, sortation systems, automation systems, order picking systems, distribution solutions, order fulfilment, labelling, shipping systems, custom robotics, box opening systems, software, PC/PLC materials handling controls and customization allowing infinite flexibility.

CASI utilizes a pre-engineered approach to systems integration that is unique in our industry.

All systems are fully built and tested at our facility before they are shipped and installed. So any issues are rectified prior to delivery not at the time of commissioning.

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Tim Charlton – Procter & Gamble Tim Charlton is responsible for the efficient and productive execution of Procter & Gamble’s (P&G) transport operations including product shipments to customers and business partners and has achieved excellence by monitoring key performance metrics in the area of cost, capacity and service in accordance with P&G’s business goals.

Charlton was a fundamental resource in the application and development of an innovative truck recording database which enables data acquisition and analytics of carrier timeslot performance, loading and unloading productivity, shipment allocation visibility, driver database recording and much more.

Kieran Boyce – eStore Logistics

James Ellis – eStore Logistics

standard operating procedures to assist the 3PL provider in the

James Ellis is the general manger of eStore Logisitcs,

and future operational objectives.

a specialist in end-to-end third party logistics

Additionally Charlton was instrumental in the development of operation and maintenance of the system, whilst continuing to drive development and advancement of the system to incorporate new Charlton also leads and contributes to daily activities and monthly

Kieran Boyce is the operations manager of

services for online retailers and traditional bricks and

meetings for transport and DC operations, collaborates with ship

eStore Logisitcs, a specialist in end-to-end

mortar businesses.

sites and transport operations to identify and resolve issues, analyses

third party logistics services for online retailers and traditional bricks and mortar businesses.

Boyce’s ability to problem solve and lead operations was quickly recognised and

Among other projects, Ellis was the business

process improvements and leads the internal and external delivery

recently launched their Wine Logistics Service (WLS).

circuit execution from P&G DC to customer distributors within

Ellis identified the area of wine logistics as a large

he was promoted to the role of operations

and rapidly growing sector (especially business-

manager within six months of joining the

to-consumer through online channels) which he

company.

believed eStore Logistics could successfully expand

This year, Boyce developed and delivered eStore Logistics Activity Based Profitability (ABP) reporting platform.

Using his experience in IT and Business

current performance to make recommendations on service and

leader for eStore logistics when the company

into and add value to through superior service and reduced cost.

Ellis was responsible for the end-to-end

Australia and New Zealand.

Jenifer Devine – Staples Australia

development and implementation of WLS which

Jenifer Devine is the purchasing manager for Staples Technology

Intelligence reporting, Boyce identified that

consists of inbound warehouse handling, kitting of

Solutions and has taken purchasing management to the next level

eStore Logistics could improve performance

mixed cases, storage, order fulfilment and delivery of

by running the technology solutions supply chain in a complex matrix

and increase profitability by measuring and

wine to customers’ homes.

organisation.

analysing key operational activities.

Boyce was responsible for all aspects of the

The WLS project has resulted in a new service capability which eStore Logisitcs has added the

Devine was promoted in 2012 to lead an initiative aimed at improving service and reducing working capital.

project from conception to implementation,

service portfolio and can leverage in the large and

Traditionally Staples had operated a vendor centric model, howev-

with key components including the develop-

rapidly growing market of online wine retailing and

er Devine identified the need for a restructure of this division, leading a

ment of automated reports, analysis of results

the company have identified the WLS project as

project that was eventually called “the customer centric model”

and the formulation of recommendations for

a key driver of revenue and profit growth in to the

performance improvement, and the establish-

future.

ment of performance targets for all KPIs.

Through strong leadership and management

A sales survey conducted at the end of this task uncovered amazing results: the difference in customer service as well as inventory availability transparency for sales teams was clear.

skills, Ellis was also able to achieve over 107 per

At the recent sales leadership conference for the division the head

2012, eStore Logistics say it has delivered

cent year-on-year revenue growth for the com-

of sales for technology solutions made it clear that without the changes

the ability for management to measure the

pany since 2011.

Devine had led, monthly incremental growth and a 32 per cent reduc-

Delivering the project on-time in December

profitability of any activity for clients, an ability

Delivering on new client acquisition targets, Ellis

tion in working capital in this category would not have been possible.

Examples of wider supply chain leadership initiative’s Devine has

to measure the performance for each staff

and his team have also been successful in securing

member on weekly basis and operational

new contracts, and in a clear demonstration of his

taken ownership of include: S&OP management, inventory & invest-

efficiency improvements of more than 23 per

ability to lead, have retained 100 per cent of eStore’s

ment strategies an catalogue transitions.

cent.

existing client base.

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WheelieSafe

T.W. Woods Construction

A relatively new company, WheelieSafe provide innovative so-

A smooth flowing low-height transfer chute designed

lutions to the handling of multiple and very heavy wheelie bins.

incorporated into conveyors handling the throughput.

to overcomes space, spillage and conveyor bulking

“The chute’s major advantages are its simplicity, ease

The company has developed four different models, each

problems common in coal mining and coal handling

of installation and robust design,” a leader of the mine

designed for a specific purpose. Three are manual models and

facilities is being proven in service at a busy Hunter

team responsible for its use and maintenance said.

its latest is electrically powered.

Valley colliery.

“We put in one new chute and a couple of

The trolleys are unique in that they feature a specialised

refurbished chutes recently and it was very

hook and bracket system which enables a trolley to handle

is used extensively throughout the underground coal

straightforward. It takes one shift about four hours to

up to four bins at once. This system has been inspected for

mine, which produces more than 1.6 million tonnes

perform the complete installation.”

award of a PCT Patent (PCT/AU2011/001640) and was found

Manufactured by the T.W. Woods Group, the chute

a year and supplies a nearby power station. New and refurbished models of the chute are also being

The wear resistant steel design is robust and simple as well as easy to adjust to suit operations.

to be “inventive, innovative and industrially applicable”.

The development objectives were to provide a safer way to handle heavy and multiple wheelie bins increasing productivity.

RSW and Haden & Custance

system that can lift varying sizes of wheelie bins from any side

With expertise in areas of warehouse optimisation, sustainable and

and then developing a bracket that provides a secure means

energy-saving order pick and palletising techniques RSW-Haden &

of handling up to four bins at once.

Custance recognise unnecessary energy is consumed in locations

The biggest design challenge was developing a hook

WheelieSafe overcame this by successive iterations of prototype development, testing and modification.

where it is not needed.

In environments where people work often unnecessary use of poor

All models have significant OH&S implications in that they

materials, an excess of equipment and excessive lighting is used.

provide a means of handling heavy or multiple bins avoiding

RSW-Haden & Custance reduce or prevent this with analysis software.

many of the practices that result in injury to the operator.

The company’s robotic palletising solutions provide high capacity,

The fact that two of the models can handle up to four

flexibility and modular design, saving energy and the unnecessary use

bins at once makes a considerable contribution to increasing

of materials and equipment.

productivity where large numbers of bins are involved.

Mixed case robotic palletising systems offers a performance increase of up to three times that of existing case pick solutions through innovative pick and place technology.

RSW, in collaboration with Haden & Custance, combines high

Konecranes Konecranes is meeting the challenges of a salt air environment

efficiency with new levels of flexibility through a new, innovative Mixed

and a hard-working mature crane stock in fulfilling a

Case Row Palletising (MXRP) solution. MXRP is an efficient robot-

maintenance agreement for cranes employed by Xstrata

based case palletising system that utilises the latest in flexible gripper

at Abbot Point Bulk Coal Terminal One near Bowen in

technology, enlarging the application spectrum for mixed palletising.

Queensland.

The work provided by Konecranes includes quarterly

Intermec Timber and building supplies company Bowens wanted to increase the accuracy and efficiency of its delivery activities.

Previously Bowen had used the same process of ‘back and forth’ delivery over the past 100 years,

inspections, remedial work and certifications on 27 various overhead cranes. dispatch system for Bowens.

The complete end-to-end solution was implemented, incorporating significant improvements to Bowens’ software and hardware systems.

Intermec identified that by automating a number

The cranes being serviced at Abbot Point include shiploaders, transfer conveyors and other bulk handling equipment employed on loading coal produced by Xstrata.

By scheduling routine repairs, maintenance work and inspections, Konecranes will help to not only prevent equipment

not having the facilities and solutions in place to

of the paper-based manual processes, and

safety issues, breakdowns and compliance violations, but

effectively manage more than one delivery at a time

integrating mobile computers into the supply chain,

prevent component failure. A primary aim is to prevent

or track shipments in real-time.

Bowens would be able to better register proof of

unnecessary production downtime – saving time and money.

delivery, provide real-time shipping information for

Konecranes maintenance services included customising a

was handled manually, and printed out, creating a

customers and better manage multiple deliveries

compliance program for lifting equipment to monitor or repair or

number of opportunities for human error.

increasing efficiency.

replace items in accordance with local regulations and laws.

The majority of the dispatch information for drivers

Supply chain solutions company Intermec and

By integrating Intermec’s CN70 mobile computer

The company also implemented a preventive maintenance

identification system firm Peacock Bros. partnered

into their delivery operations, day to day efficiency,

program by scheduling routine repairs, maintenance work and

on this project to deliver an automated delivery and

accuracy and productivity was greatly increased.

inspections, mitigating production downtime risks.

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There is the added bonus of sustaining little floor damage when impacted, greatly reducing the need for damage repairs, both to the barrier and to vehicles, offering minimal cost in maintenance charges, well below that of steel. The motor industry started fitting plastic bumpers to their vehicles years ago. A-Safe decided to use the same principle for their products, withoutstanding results.

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Staples Australia During 2012 and 2013 Staples has undergone a significant number of supply chain transformation initiatives including warehouse consolidations and expansions, transport mobility implementations as well as complete purchasing and replenishment restructures A specific project named “project replenish” was an initiative kick started by the

Intermec

national supply chain manager post an SAP ERP implementation.

Intermec has been recognised for its project to deliver an

information for customers and better manage multiple

automated deliver and dispatch system for Bowens Timber.

deliveries increasing efficiency.

Bowens wanted to increase the visibility of their trucks

Intermec and Peacock Bros. partnered on this project

The objective of the initiative was to “split” execution and planning of the inventory strategy of the organisation. Historically

and deliveries throughout the supply chain and increase the

to deliver an automated delivery and dispatch system for

Staples had a traditional purchasing officer

accuracy and efficiency of these deliveries.

Bowens Timber. By integrating Intermec’s CN70 mobile

structure, where a purchasing associates was

computer into their delivery operations, day to day efficiency

responsible for both planning and execution.

Bowens had used the same process of ‘back and forth’ delivery over the past 100 years, not having the facilities and solutions in place to effectively manage more than

and productivity was greatly increased in a number of ways.

Because of the CN70’s GPS capabilities, rather than

Following a challenging SAP implementation backorder, rates were greater

one delivery at a time or track shipments in real-time.

having to deliver to a physical address, drivers could simply

than 5 per cent national and inventory levels

The majority of the dispatch information for drivers was

deliver to a GPS location, which proved particularly useful for

had increased by 30 per cent.

handled manually, and printed out, creating a number of

remote building sites or street addresses that do not exist yet.

opportunities for human error.

Also, by utilising the improved functionality of Peacock

Intermec identified that by automating a number of the

The objective was to lift service and then reduce capital through an organisational

Bros. ePOD software (electronic proof of delivery), Bowen’s

restructure which led to the creation of a new

paper-based manual processes, and integrating mobile

drivers were better able to make multiple deliveries during a

demand planning team.

computers into the supply chain, Bowens would be able to

run, as opposed to having to return to the store branch after

better register proof of delivery, provide real time shipping

every delivery.

The objective of the demand planning team was to use a combination statistical forecast tools couple with sales intelligence to provide purchasing with buy quantity

Manhattan Associates Manhattan Associates was called on

Manhattan Associates’ key supply

recommendation.

The investment forecast process was from all eight brands to be more

conducted each month on over 100,000

by Super Retail Group to create a new

chain innovations in Australia include

effectively managed across each DC

product x warehouse combinations – a total

distribution strategy.

Manhattan SCOPE.

. Subsequently, SRG were able to

inventory spend in excess of $600million per

maximise the limited space available

annum.

The brief was to implement a supply

Manhattan SCOPE – Supply Chain

chain management solution that allowed

Optimisation….Planning through

Super Retail Group to have full visibility of

Execution is a comprehensive portfolio

inventory, scalable to allow for increase

of supply chain solutions that leverage

also allowed SRG to create a new

focus on other aspects of the business

SKU’s and product lines, and a solution

the industry’s first and only Supply

distribution network, that supports

i.e. as opposed to planning quantities to

that would seamlessly integrate into

Chain Process Platform to deliver

the company’s position as a leading

purchase they could focus on sales order

existing legacy IT systems.

cross-application optimisation and

player in the automotive aftermarket,

spikes, vendor management and expediting

integration not previously possible in

sporting and outdoor leisure retail

processes.

the supply chain industry.

sector, across multiple brands and

The challenge for Super Retail Group was to create a new distribution strategy incorporating a series of

One of the unique features

in its DC’s.

The implementation of SCOPE has

This would then allow the purchasing teams to run “mini supply chains” and

The project was hugely successful, it has

multiple channels. In addition, SCOPE

allowed the reduction in purchasing labour

internal multi-user distribution centres

of Manhattan SCOPE is that it

supported the company’s move

Across Australia and New Zealand by over 25

allowing inventory from all eight

allowed SRG to create a series of

towards a global sourcing model &

per cent and reduced inventory holdings by

business units to be managed across

internal multi-user virtual distribution

store-ready shipments supporting its

over $40million.

each distribution centre.

centres, which enables inventory

omni-channel requirements.

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