Automation in the food industry
We all need to eat so the food industry is the one industry that we cannot do without. It’s also the one industry that’s guaranteed to grow year on year and the one industry that is rapidly turning to automation to improve productivity and reduce costs. Whether it is food storage, food processing, food packaging […]
Why is it wise to choose a family-run business as your automated solution provider?
So you’re in the market for an automated system for your distribution centre, how can you narrow down your selection process? There are many companies to choose from and naturally reputation and expertise are vitally important but have you considered checking out the ownership structure? There’s plenty of evidence to suggest that it would be […]
Boxing clever for a greener packaging solution
There’s no doubting the benefits of installing an automated packaging line into your ecommerce distribution facility. A well designed, quality packaging system ticks all the right boxes in terms of improved productivity, order accuracy and reduced costs. However in today’s increasingly environmentally friendly world, it’s also vitally important to consider how you can keep your […]
How to check that you’ve chosen the right automated solution provider
You’re in the market for an automated system for your facility and you’ve done your research so you believe the company you’ve selected stands up to scrutiny. Before you sign on the dotted line, however, take a few moments to double-check that you’re making the right decision. Are you sure they are financially viable? […]
Increase productivity by automating pick, pack, sortation and dispatch processes
Customers are turning to e-commerce more than ever. Statistics show that consumers are favouring instant shopping experiences using mobile devices or voice search. It is estimated that purchases made on smartphones are set to increase to 50 per cent by 2020*. In addition to this, 50 per cent of all searches online will be voice […]
Automated sortation for increased throughput, processing speeds and accuracy
The increasing demands of the e-commerce industry are placing an enormous strain on retailers. Supply chains are facing immense pressure to meet delivery demands, with some even requiring same day dispatch. In order to meet these ever shorter deadlines, the supply chain has to advance its processes. One proven method for speeding up tasks, such […]
Bespoke automated solutions for your specific materials handling challenges
No two materials handling challenges are the same. Most companies have specific issues and simply selecting from standard product ranges cannot solve these issues. To further complicate matters, customers do not know what products they need or which supplier they should turn to. It’s really useful, therefore, to find a partner who really understands your […]
Buying British – the benefits of partnering with a UK based materials handling supplier
When choosing a materials handling supplier, there are many economic, social and environmental benefits to partnering with a UK based company. Selecting a materials handling supplier like Axiom GB, a company based in Tamworth, means that you will not only enjoy the benefits of buying British, but you will also be taking advantage of using […]
Axiom GB increases mail order throughput for Out of Eden
Axiom GB has designed and installed an 18 metre long roller conveyor system alongside 18 packing benches for Out of Eden. Based in Cumbria, Out of Eden is a specialist supplier of hospitality products through mail order deliveries. With a need to increase throughput and efficiencies during the order picking and despatch process, Out of […]
Cost effective strategies for order fulfilment
Cost effective strategies for order fulfilment Today there are more individual packages being sorted and shipped than ever before in the history of distribution. Retailers constantly compete to deliver goods to our doorsteps, complete and undamaged, within ever shortening lead-times. Keeping pace with the order fulfilment processes required to facilitate these growing customer demands leads to […]
Four simple solutions to raise warehouse productivity
Maximising the productivity of your warehouse in a cost effective manner requires a thorough analysis of your current situation and a systematic approach to change. It is well worth the effort because a productive and efficient warehouse is also a profitable one with satisfied customers and motivated staff working in comfortable and safe conditions. 1. […]
E-commerce – how to combat shrinking order lead times
Today we live in an ‘I want it and I want it now’ e-commerce world and it is showing no signs of slowing down. Order lead times continue to shrink and having an excellent product to bring to market is no longer a guarantee of future sales. Potential customers are constantly bombarded with online opportunities […]