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Staffing needs almost halved
The US cooperative Associated Wholesale Grocers keeps 54,600 dry goods, fresh produce, and frozen food items in stock for its 1,100 members using a highly automated, full-range logistics center . The facility is designed for a daily picking capacity of more than 460,000 retail units.
Knowledge transfer in the Seychelles
Natural hazards are increasingly occurring worldwide in the form of floods, landslides, forest fires, storms, earthquakes, and rockfalls. Acute crisis management is required, but so are long-term strategies for transportation routes, where Gasser Felstechnik provides assistance in the Seychelles.
German Design Award for Traigo-i
Following the Red Dot Design Award 2025, Toyota Material Handling's new 48-volt counterbalance forklift, Traigo_i, has now also received the German Design Award 2026 in the Excellent Product Design – Industry category. The focus: the complete integration of lithium-ion technology.
Long-term contracts at SBB Cargo
Numerous SBB Cargo Switzerland transport customers, such as Migros, have signed new single wagonload (EWLV) contracts with terms of up to ten years. New contracts have also reportedly been concluded with fenaco, Stahl Gerlafingen, and the Swiss saltworks.
Cooperation with Capra Robotics
Frei Fördertechnik announces its future collaboration with the Danish robotics specialist Capra. "This expands our portfolio to include mobile robot platforms that bring even greater flexibility and efficiency to production and logistics," says Michael Schüpbach, Head of Automation & Robotics. The AMRs are versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications.
SSI subsidiary continues to consistently rely on SAP
Since 2021, the software specialists at SWAN have been part of the SSI Schäfer Group, responsible for the SAP projects of the globally active intralogistics experts and supporting companies in implementing future-proof solutions – from highly automated distribution centers to integrated production logistics. The course is right.
Arne Sturm will be the new CEO in Hirschthal
Jungheinrich Switzerland will have a new managing director as of January 1, 2026. Arne Sturm will succeed Martin Weber, who is leaving the company after 18 years – eleven of them as managing director – at his own request to pursue new topics and challenges.
Another 50 million for new TGW headquarters
TGW Logistics is currently investing €100 million in expanding its production capacity at its headquarters in Austria. Now, with an expansion of the existing office building at the site, a five-story office building with 14,000 m² of usable space is being constructed for around €50 million, with completion expected by the second half of 2028.
AutoStore for Belgian hospitals
AutoStore system for Maria Middelares, a non-profit medical organization in Belgium, and Aalter in East Flanders, about 60 km west of Brussels.
Reliable data instead of empty phrases.
The Basel Logistics Cluster of the Basel Chamber of Commerce (HKBB), together with the cantons of Basel-Stadt and Basel-Landschaft, industry associations, and infrastructure operators, has published a guide to sustainable logistics in the Basel region. Supply chain expert Daniel Bubendorf explains why such a guide is needed.
AutoStore in chill mode
AutoStore in chill mode
AutoStore is launching a multi-temperature solution that allows for the integration of multiple temperature zones, ranging from -25°C to a chilled zone, within a single cube. Goods are retrieved at the ports in the chilled area instead of the frozen food area, creating a more pleasant working environment for employees.
In addition to the multi-temperature solution, an 18-level grid, a motorized service vehicle, and enhancements to the Cube Control software are also being launched. "We are particularly proud of the introduction of the multi-temperature solution, which offers a significant advantage especially for food retailers and opens up additional application possibilities," says Parth Joshi, CPO at AutoStore.
With the multi-temperature solution, frozen products are removed from the coldest point, significantly improving handling during order picking and significantly increasing efficiency – particularly beneficial for food retailers. Initial installations of the multi-temperature solution were implemented by StrongPoint at Haugaland Storhusholdning in Norway and by Swisslog at La Réserve des Saveurs in France. The multi-temperature solution is expected to be available for order starting in the first quarter of 2025.
Fig.: AutoStore
With the 18-level grid, the vertical reach is extended from 16 to 18 levels for the 330 mm high bin and from 24 to 26 levels for the 220 mm high bin. This allows the utilized space to be reduced by up to 11 percent while increasing storage density by up to 12.5 percent without the same footprint.
The new motorized service vehicle facilitates work on the grid during routine inspections and maintenance. It ensures greater system reliability while also increasing employee safety.
With the further development of the Cube Control software, AutoStore is improving its practical applications. Superusers can now proactively address problems during breaks or outside of working hours, thus turning unforeseen downtime into planned maintenance work. "Since joining AutoStore three months ago, I have witnessed firsthand how we are moving toward an exciting Product 2.0 strategy," explains Parth Josshi.
"Our goal is to solve more complex problems using robust technologies and intensive customer feedback. With around 70,000 robots in use and growing, we are looking toward a promising future." Further details on AutoStore's growth plans will be announced at the upcoming Capital Markets Day on September 18, which here .
