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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.
Fully traceable
Fully traceable
To keep pace with evolving regulations in the food sector, Heineken introduced the industrial identification solution ZetesAtlas in combination with automated labeling systems in France several years ago. This ensures real-time transparency and has clearly proven its worth.
ZetesAtlas, in combination with Zetes' automatic labeling systems, ensures flawless traceability from the packaging lines. From closures and bottles to finished products loaded onto pallets, every element is precisely recorded and the data is sent directly to the company's SAP information system.
Each element precisely recorded
Thanks to its rapid implementation, ZetesAtlas now plays a central role in the identification and traceability of products at all Heineken France sites. For more than 15 years, the partnership has evolved alongside the brewery's growth, strengthening the teams' expertise and optimizing existing systems, according to all involved. With over 40 systems now implemented, the precise, compliant inline identification contributes to optimal inventory management and efficient logistics execution.
MD4000 machines handle the precise labeling of sales units (packs and cases), while MD6000 machines mark pallets. Integration with the SAP ERP system provides teams with real-time transparency along the packaging line, all the way to shipping. Heineken France and Zetes have a long-standing partnership that extends beyond technology rollout to include operational support and ongoing improvements. This trusted collaboration means the beverage manufacturer can rely on dependable, flexibly scalable solutions that meet the increasing demands for traceability, compliance, and industrial performance.
An important lever
“ Our partnership with Zetes encompasses far more than just the procurement of solutions. Thanks to their innovative products and comprehensive support, including preventive and corrective maintenance, we also benefit from high operational availability. (…) This long-standing partnership is a key lever for optimizing our processes ” explains Mickaël Knoll, Maintenance Manager at Heineken France.
All photos: Zetes
In France, the group operates breweries in Mons-en-Barœul and Marseille, as well as the Gallia experimental brewery in Pantin, where innovative products and recipes are developed, and 68 distribution centers. Its more than 3,500 employees in France produce and market famous beer brands (e.g., Heineken itself, Desperados, and Affligem) and, through its subsidiary France Boissons, supply around 7,000 different beverages to bars, hotels, and restaurants.
A Panasonic subsidiary
Zetes specializes in supply chain optimization and identification technology. Its expertise spans a broad spectrum, from retail, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, warehousing and distribution to food and beverages, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, the automotive industry, and postal and courier services.
Zetes is headquartered in Brussels and employs over 1,300 people in 22 countries. In 2017, Zetes became a subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation.
