February 2021

RENOVOTEC, a fast growing UK rugged hardware, software and services provider for supply chain companies has announced it is introducing a two- month ‘try before you buy’ offer for e-commerce and other operations with demanding picking and sorting processes that buy or rent the new hands-free wearable Zebra WT6300 computer. The Zebra WT6300 builds on the success of the WT6000 to deliver high performance with all-day user comfort according to the manufacturer, as it is custom-fitted on the arm to minimise day-long muscle effort and maximise user comfort. A new keypad option adds to the user experience with a familiar interface for manual keyed input. The WT6300 is both rugged and lightweight and runs on Android 10 with a future-proof pathway to Android 11. w | www.renovotec.com C.K MAGMA says following the successful ongoing development of its award-winning wheeled tool case derivatives, it has taken the logical step of expanding its popular rucksack range with the exciting addition of the Wheeled Rucksack Plus (MA2654). The company says this innovative lightweight and compact tool storage solution is ideal for tradespeople using public transport for travelling to their place of work, or for those who need to access places where climbing and a hands-free approach is needed. C.K Magma says its regular research and feedback from trade professionals has helped to evolve its tool storage range, which offers great insight into what works best to make tasks that much easier. This is evident with the continued evolvement of its innovative wheeled tool case options, which provide the best quality and efficient portable tool storage solutions. t | 01758 704704 w | www.carlkammerling.com In order to deliver a more environmentally friendly and cost- effective logistics solution for its customers, logistics company AMCO reports it has upgraded its fleet with the addition of flexible solar mats, supplied and fitted by TRAILAR. TRAILAR was born from the idea to innovate and permanently evolve the transport Industry by harnessing cutting edge solar technology to save fuel, CO2 and maintenance costs. The TRAILAR system captures solar energy via ultra-thin solar mats that are applied to the roof of the vehicle. These mats are connected to a Smart Charge Controller which regulates the energy transferred from the vehicle’s alternator and the solar mats, to the battery. Sensors on the vehicle then monitor all the electrical characteristics and calculates the fuel and CO2 savings, e | sales@amco-group.co.uk TLV ENGINEERING says in a move that will present fewer Brexit-related issues for its customers, increase its stock holding and strengthen ties with its parent company in Japan, steam solutions specialist it has expanded its UK operations with the opening of a new 6,000 square feet warehousing facility in Cheltenham. TLV Euro Engineering has now formally entered into trading partnership with its parent company and manufacturing facility in Japan, a move that will see the company increase its stock holding of steam system solutions in the UK from £150,000 to £800,000 worth of stock. The new facility, which is located at Furlong Business Park in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, is now fully- operational and holds over 1,000 steam system parts available ex-stock and, in many cases, for next-day delivery. t | 01242 227223 e | sales@tlv.co.uk w | www.tlv.co.uk . Expansion of operations RENOVOTEC has announced it is introducing a competitive leasing scheme for its Honeywell ThermoRebellion rapid-alert warehouse staff temperature screening system, which delivers a fast return on investment as it increases warehouse productivity by up to 40%, detecting potential diseases amongst large numbers of warehouse workers early and reducing rates of transmission says Renovotec. The company says when positioned at the entrance to a larger warehouse or distribution centre the non-contact, AI- driven thermal imaging system detects above-normal temperatures within two seconds, providing a quick, early and accurate health alert for all potential temperature-related illnesses among incoming shift workers, including Coronavirus, colds and flu. The system uses a thermal image of the individual to determine skin temperature as they pass in front of its high-resolution camera. Visit www.pwemag.co.uk for full details of the scheme w | www.renovotec.com Warehouse temperature screening system Solar technology on the road New wheeled rucksack Increased automation, adapting to new labour-saving manufacturing practices and the consequences of COVID-19 is accelerating the demand for effective robotic solutions. This is especially the case in industries where logistics are key such as food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics where there is increased urgency to improve efficiencies by automating the packing and stacking of individual products. Motion control and robotics specialist YASKAWA says it continues to develop its MOTOMAN range of robots to meet these demands as illustrated by its newly developed MOTOMAN-PL series. The new MOTOMAN-PL series represents 4 additional options of palletising robots complementing its existing models covering lightweight palletising applications and those which can handle larger, heavier items such as building materials. The new PL Series are compatible with the established and successful YRC1000 robot controller. t | 01295 272755 e | jonny.grey@yaskawa.eu.com w | www.yaskawa.eu.com / www.yaskawa-global.com/ newsrelease/product/36574 ‘Try before you buy’ Palletising robots for improved handling 36 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk February 2021 Handling, Storage, & Logistics