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Superlatives for the Green Factory
In Hagendorn, in the canton of Zug, Bito is building one of Switzerland's largest and most modern mobile cantilever racking systems for G. Baumgartner, a provider of high-quality wood and metal window solutions. The trolleys are fully synchronized by an intelligent NT-CH control system.
Forklift Cup with live broadcast
130 forklift drivers are scheduled to compete in the finals of the Forklift World Championships in Aschaffenburg from October 23 to 25. And the best part: Those who can't attend in person can watch the Forklift World Championship livestream on YouTube, Sporteurope.tv, and TikTok.
Under high voltage
Hyundai Material Handling is launching the BX series, a new line of high-voltage electric forklifts. The models, with a capacity of 4 to 9 tons, operate at 309 to 348 V and, according to the manufacturer, are designed for heavy-duty operation with performance comparable to that of diesel models.
«MAD» in the City
The German Aerospace Center (DLR) aims to ensure greater safety during the market ramp-up of autonomous driving with a digital infrastructure, sensors on traffic lights, streetlights, and buildings, as well as so-called edge computers and a project called "Managed Automated Driving" (MAD). Some aspects are already known.
HKBB Forum with «Loxo»
Interesting discussions with smart factory expert Markus Krack, Björn Lindner about the "Loxo" project, Shift Solutions founder Peter Karel, and the presentation of a Digital Innovation Award are scheduled for October 29 at the Logistics Cluster Forum of the Basel Chamber of Commerce (HKBB).
Casting for logistics staff
Online retailer Galaxus has opened its location in Neuenburg am Rhein. The first of two warehouses is now gradually being filled with washing machines, sofas, refrigerators, and more. A sought-after workplace on 30,000 square meters in the border triangle of Germany, Switzerland, and France.
Advance warning with voice announcement
Hyster is expanding its range of warning and assistance systems with a sophisticated pedestrian detection camera system. It complements the Hyster Reaction driver assistance system. The camera accurately detects pedestrians at a distance of up to five meters across a 110-degree field of view.
Agent-based approach
In a project involving eight mobile devices in the plastics processing industry, robotics provider Safelog is relying on each vehicle to have its own computing unit. This allows them to communicate as agents in a swarm and exchange information with each other.
The “rascals” and the “super-fast”
Automation specialist SSI Schäfer welcomed over 20 consultants and supply chain experts from the DA-CH region to its technology center in Giebelstadt near Würzburg for a dedicated intralogistics day, featuring exclusive presentations and live demos of the RackBot System and the FastBots Solution.
Fire protection as an export hit
Ten percent growth in a weakening economic environment is a remarkable achievement in times like these. The fire protection and prevention specialists of the Wagner Group report consolidated total revenue of EUR 152 million in 2024/25, despite rising labor, raw material, and transportation costs.
Top conveyor technology for rush hour
Top conveyor technology for rush hour
Construction has begun on a new masterpiece of Doppelmayr's conveyor technology in Penang Hill (Malaysia): a high-speed 8-seater gondola lift as an alternative to the existing funicular, which was recently overhauled by Garaventa in 2010. Starting in 2026, the 2.7 km long "D-Line" will transport up to 1,000 passengers per hour in 50 new 8-seater cabins at speeds of up to 6 m/s.
The elevation gain is, of course, nothing like that of the alpine regions around the Jungfrau, Mönch, and Eiger. However, the manufacturer reports that the new cable car will make a decisive contribution to improving mobility in the UNESCO Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve, especially during peak times. Located near the historic Botanical Gardens, it will also give this tourist destination a much-needed boost, said YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang, during the groundbreaking ceremony.
Fig: Doppelmayr
Doppelmayr has extensive experience in constructing ropeway solutions in challenging locations, including 86 UNESCO World Heritage sites, geoparks, and biosphere reserves, as well as numerous national parks. The Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve was designated as part of the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) program. Hartasuma Sdn Bhd, a leading Malaysian pioneer in the local railway industry, was awarded the contract to implement the project through a public-private partnership (PPP) based on design, finance, construction,
Operation and transfer. The Penang Hill Cable Car is scheduled for completion by 2026.
The D-Line will begin near the Botanical Gardens and will take passengers via an intermediate station to the mountain station, approximately 720 meters above sea level. Passengers will then enjoy a safe and comfortable ride of less than ten minutes, floating over the spectacular forest.
"The project will not only create another outstanding tourist attraction and stimulate economic activity, but will also solve many of the problems currently facing the existing funicular and the Penang Botanic Gardens area," said YB Zairil Khir Johari, Penang State Exco for Infrastructure and Transport and Co-Chairman of the Cable Car Project Steering Committee.
Contractor Hartasuma is a leading rail vehicle and railway services company with core competencies in systems integration, overhaul, refurbishment and rehabilitation, assembly, and supply of rail vehicles. Hartasuma delivered Malaysia's first locally assembled passenger coaches to Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad and light rail transit vehicles to Prasarana Malaysia Berhad. To date, Hartasuma has delivered more than 500 rail vehicles for public transport needs in Malaysia.
