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MAGA in the approach path
German technology remains highly regarded when it comes to rapid material handling, the elimination of weaknesses, and service quality. Following successful projects in Oklahoma and Texas, the steel trader " Steel and Pipe Supply " once again relied on saws and storage systems from the Rhine Valley in Kansas City.
Rent warehouse equipment instead of buying it
Bito is launching an offensive with an economical alternative for companies that want to re-equip, expand, or temporarily supplement their warehouse and production areas, but don't want to tie up their capital long-term: renting instead of buying is the motto. The advantages – especially in " dynamic times " – are obvious.
«Kanpai» with sake on the pharmaceutical chain
Logistics provider Yusen is presenting an expanded global platform for the healthcare sector at LogiPharma in Vienna, where companies such as Novartis, Bayer, Takeda, and hospital supplier UCB are currently participating. The platform focuses on the professional delivery of specialized healthcare solutions.
Streamlined logistics
Coop's own rail connection for urban logistics in Zurich, streamlined logistics vehicles and the outsourcing of all operating room logistics in a cooperation between the Seeschau Clinic and the Swiss Post are the projects that are entering the final sprint for this year's Swiss Logistics Award from GS1.
Vacuum technology makes mobility possible
Compressed air has traditionally been used primarily for fixed installations. Schmalz's vacuum grippers also mainly operate with lines that often have to run across halls and facilities. However, mobile robotics increasingly requires flexible solutions – a need that Schmalz now intends to address more effectively.
A foray into drive technology
Safelog, the specialists for software for controlling intralogistics processes, have entered into a cooperation with the drive experts from SEW Eurodrive at LogiMAT in order to jointly develop a high-performance software for controlling mobile and stationary processes in intralogistics.
Networking with perspectives
“Never walk alone” could be the motto of a networking event hosted by the consulting experts from “Adnovum”, where the Digital Product Passport (DPP), cybersecurity and IT opportunities with Petra Merino (GS1 Switzerland) and security expert Andreas Achterholt are on the agenda on May 7th in Zurich.
Maintenance in Austria
With a new workshop in Obersiebenbrunn near Vienna, rail manufacturer Stadler is expanding its capacity for the commissioning, approval, and servicing of modern rail vehicles in Austria. The workshop has been used to maintain Westbahn's high-speed trains since March 2026.
Idealworks pushes into the US market
Idealworks, part of the Munich-based Agile Robots Group, with more than 1,700 AMRs and AGVs worldwide and one of the pioneers in industrial automation through AI in robot-controlled logistics processes, has founded a US company headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina.
New chain belt sorting
At LogiMAT, conveyor technology provider Interroll attracted attention with a new chain-belt sorting system developed after the acquisition of Sortteq. Together with MCP Play, this creates a material flow ecosystem that combines single-item transport with intelligent sorting.
Continue delivering in the city
Continue delivering in the city
A new 89 kWh battery gives the electric version of the Ford Transit a range of up to 402 km for inner-city and regional delivery traffic, increasing its range by 28%. Charging from 10 to 80 percent of full capacity can be reduced to 28 minutes.
With the electric version, there is currently no risk of restrictions due to increasing regulations, nor of the more than 350 low-emission zones already in Europe.
An " Alexa Built-in " can act as a personal voice recognition assistant with artificial intelligence, providing important information during the journey and answering general questions, while a novel delivery assistant saves more than 20 seconds per stop in delivery traffic – this can add up to more than an hour of working time per day for parcel delivery drivers, for example.
According to the manufacturer, the Ford eTransit found almost five times as many buyers last year as its closest competitor. Customers benefit from longer service intervals: Instead of every twelve months as before, an inspection will now only be required every two years – regardless of mileage. General Pro Manager Hans Schep: " This allows our customers to cover longer distances between charging sessions. "
The extended-range E-Transit is aimed particularly at users who operate vehicles in rural areas, colder climates, or on routes with long stretches of highway. Its powertrain is also suitable for conversions or bodywork with increased weight or additional energy requirements. At the same time, the engineers were able to significantly improve charging performance. It now reaches up to 22 kW at AC charging points, compared to the previous 11 kW. With direct current (DC), the new model variant can even charge at 180 kW instead of the usual 115 kW. In this case, just ten minutes are enough to add up range .
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Pro Telematics software enables fleet managers to easily track the charging performance and energy efficiency of each of their vehicles and to define charging time windows to benefit from more favorable energy tariffs. At the same time, the battery of the E-Transit can be preconditioned to maximize range, or the charging infrastructure can be locked to prevent unauthorized use. In addition to optimizing energy management, fleet managers can map their entire fleet in a single system thanks to clear dashboards and practical analysis tools. It also allows for the combined management of fully electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid models, and conventional company cars, even if they are from different brands.
