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contents 04 Bulletin Board COAG agree on national transport reform Jayco renews partnership with Toyota forklifts 08 Safety Equipment Stock picking system saves backs Safe handling of reels

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CROWN's QuickPick Remote Advance is a game-changing innovation in low-level order picking – a fast paced, physically demanding job. With the simple press of a button on the wireless remote, the order selector remotely advances the truck to the next pick location, allowing the operator to remain in the optimum pick position. The operators spend more time working behind the truck and less time stepping on and off the platform. The QuickPick Remote Advance system also reduces damage due to the auto steer correction and obstacle detection features. Because the QuickPick Remote Advance system reduces steps in the picking process, the amount of time spent carrying heavy cases and the number of steps on and off the platform means less strain on the operator’s body and less fatigue as a result. Using patent-pending technologies, QuickPick Remote Advance revolutionises and drives unprecedented results in warehouse productivity. Crown Equipment Pty Ltd, www.crown.com/au

12 Warehousing Schaefer Robo-Pick automatic picking cell Drive-In pallet racking from Dematic

Crown releases QuickPick Remote Advance system

32 Data Capture &

Labelling

Insignia’s label applicator wins award Mainpac partners with CIEAM

26 Materials Handling Modular pallet conveyor system Toyota 7-Series forklifts feature tilt levelling

34 Handling Hazardous

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30 Fleet Management Hino and Thrifty moving to WA Mobile computer for logistics workers

Emergency eyewash stations Sight-check station lowers risk

Supply chain traceability Traceability is more than just a process of tracking events in the supply chain

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Goodman to build Melbourne warehouse for Schneider THE Goodman Group has announced plans to develop a new facility for Schneider Electric in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria. The facility, which has an estimated end value of $36 million, will be located at Ferntree Business Park in Notting Hill and owned by the Goodman Australia Industrial Fund. It will include 5,465 square metres of office space, a 400 square metre warehouse, 1,839 square metres of speculative office space on the fourth floor, as well as a roof top deck and a café. The new office has been designed by architects Gray Puksand, engineering consultants Hyder and will be built by Qanstruct. The building will target a five star NABERS Energy and five star Green Star (Office v3) Design and As Built ratings, making it one of the most sustainable commercial office buildings in the Melbourne suburban commercial market,

Schneider Electric’s new facility will include a commercial office and warehouse.

says Goodman. The office will also incorporate sustainable features including high performance double glazing, recycled materials, sun shading, rainwater harvesting, chilled beam air conditioning, energy efficient lighting with daylight harvesting and the latest building management control systems. “We are very excited to be partnering with Goodman to deliver a sustainable state-ofthe-art office facility which will enable us to bring our

Melbourne people together and showcase our range of energy management products and solutions,” said Stephen Hyams, Schneider’s director of real estate in the Pacific. Schneider Electric has committed to a 10-year lease term. The company’s office will be the second major commercial development at the Ferntree Business Park. Goodman Group 02 9230 7400, www.goodman.com Schneider Electric

distribution centre in Dandenong South in Melbourne. Jayco warehouse manager Owen Donohue said Toyota's reach-trucks were chosen for their reliability. "Equipment downtime is not an option for us,” he said. “The BTs start first time, run all day in all weather conditions and require very little maintenance to keep them running smoothly. “Ease of operation,

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A NEW report has been launched to provide the Australian rail industry with a roadmap for the future. The On Track to 2040 report, compiled by ANU Edge, the Cooperative Research Centre for Rail Innovation and the University of Cambridge Institute for Manufacturing and Strategic Connections Group, aims to enhance the competitiveness of the industry and maximise opportunities for Australian rail suppliers. The report also documents the outcomes from a rail vision workshop, which included more than 40 key industry leaders. “Apart from a united direction, the workshop prioritised areas for the Rail Manufacturing Technology Roadmap’s next phase in identifying future opportunities for the rail supply industry and building on our current capabilities,” Rail supplier advocate, Bruce Griffiths explained.

The report provides the Australian rail industry with a roadmap for the future.

Griffiths said the report marked the beginning of transforming the Australian rail supply industry and developing sustainable jobs. “Industry input to identify the industry’s strengths, capabilities and technologies, as well as to identify the strongest potential market opportunities is vital,” he said. “With commitment from all stakeholders, On Track to 2040, will create a strategic plan for global competitiveness and innovation and a renaissance of the Australian rail manufacturing industry.” ANU Edge 02 6125 9024 anuedge.anu.edu.au

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Jayco renews partnership with Toyota AN Australian manufacturer of motor homes has extended its decade-long partnership with Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA). Victorian-based company Jayco, which has held a relationship with TMHA since 1999, recently renewed its partnership with TMHA with the purchase of three new BT reach truck forklifts. The vehicles will be used to handle more than 300 pallets of stock daily at the company’s

Rail industry promises sustainable manufacturing

functionality and reliability were the standout factors that Jayco were looking for in making the decision, and the BTs tick all the boxes.” Toyota Material Handling Australia 1800 425 438, www.toyotaforklifts.com.au

Brambles to expand CHEP pallet operations GLOBAL materials handling and storage company, Brambles, will sell its Recall document management business so it can focus on its pallet operations. The sale will be worth about $2 billion and a quarter of the proceeds will be used to expand Brambles' CHEP pallet business and pay off debt, ABC Lateline Business reported. Brambles made $500 million in the 12 months to the end of

June, which is down about one per cent on the same period last year. Brambles’ chief executive Tom Gorman said the company was expecting profits to increase in 2012. "We do see growth in profitability and we do see growth in revenue in all markets next year," he told ABC News Online. Brambles 02 9256 5222, www.brambles.com

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New reforms for Australian shipping industry THE Federal Government has announced new reforms in the Australian shipping industry, including a zero tax rate for ship operators. Transport Minister Anthony Albanese said the new reforms are designed to increase the international competitiveness of Australia’s shipping industry. The package of reforms includes: tax reforms to remove barriers to investment in Australian shipping and to foster the global competitiveness of the shipping industry a simplified three tier licensing framework for participation in the coastal trade; the establishment of an Australian International Shipping Register to put Australian companies on a level footing with their international competitors; and the establishment of a Maritime Workforce

Development Forum to progress key maritime skills and training priorities. Companies will also be given a financial incentive to replace ships earlier, with the depreciation rate reduced from 20 years to ten years to encourage renewal of the fleet. The reforms also include a tax break for companies employing Australian seafarers on international voyages. The Australian shipping industry has been operating at a substantial disadvantage compared to international operators who have access to beneficial tax, regulatory and employment arrangements, according to Albanese. Chief executive officer of Shipping Australia, Llew Russell, said the package of reforms was welcomed but further information was required on how the reforms

will be carried out. “Shipping believes that the package of reforms released by Minister Albanese today has the potential to lead to a reinvigorated and internationally competitive Australian merchant marine,” Russell said. “Much will depend on the detail of how the reforms are enacted whether that objective will be achieved. The details of the criteria for the second register and the training packages as the result of the establishment of the forum to develop skills and training in the industry, are some of the issues on which we are waiting further detail. “The coastal shipping policies appear initially to be of concern but whether this concern is fully justified will depend on further detail being made available to the industry.

COAG agree on transport reform THE Council of Australian Governments (COAG) has reached an agreement on national transport reforms. The reforms, agreed by the COAG on 19 August 2011, include a national heavy vehicle law, a new maritime safety system and new rail safety system – each administered by an independent national regulator. The new reforms will cut the number of transport regulators from 23 to three by 2013. “It’s a long overdue reform that industry desperately wants to see come to fruition,” chief executive officer of the Australian Logistics Council (ALC), Michael Kilgariff, wrote in The Canberra Times. “Combined, the reforms are estimated to boost our national

The new reforms, include a national heavy vehicle law, a new maritime safety system and a new rail safety system – each administered by an independent national regulator.

economy by approximately $30 billion.” Kilgariff said the new reforms would reduce transport costs and help lift national productivity without compromising safety. “The national regulatory reform agenda for heavy

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vehicles is critical to improving the efficiency of Australia’s freight transport and logistics industry, which is faced with a large and growing freight task,” he said. Australian Logistics Council 02 6273 0755, www.austlogistics.com.au

The new reforms include a tax break for companies employing Australian seafarers on international voyages.

The increasing productivity is a result of the industrial pact between the unions and employers.

and Transport 02 6274 7111,

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VTA launches logistics cadetship program THE Victorian Transport Association has launched a cadetship program for young people interested in moving into the logistics industry. “The VTA is very excited and pleased to announce this fantastic new venture supporting young people getting into this industry,” said VTA chief executive, Philip Lovel. “We know there are plenty of young people who are interested and just need a guiding hand into this industry. This program has plenty to offer to both the cadets and the companies who take them on.” The Victorian transport and logistics industry employs more than 330,000 people and contributing more than 14 per cent of the state’s Gross State Product.

Lovel said the cadetship program is available to companies of all sizes and opened to anyone aged between 18 and 25 who has completed year 12. VTA Logistics Cadets graduate after two years with a Certificate IV in Logistics and a Diploma of Logistics. Over the two year program, the VTA helps with recruiting cadets, overseeing cadets at their workplace and during study blocks, and assists companies in managing their cadets and the program. “Another bonus is that employers may be eligible for financial incentives of up to $8000 to support the training of the cadets,” Lovel said. Victorian Transport Association 03 9646 8590, www.vta.com.au

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Safe Manual Handling at Distribution Centres & Parcel Carriers

Distribution Centres Situation: The main areas in a Distribution Centre are the receiving dock, the storage area, the picking area and the shipping dock. Manual work in all these areas might cause problems with repetitive strain injuries due to bad postures and heavy manual lifting that are performed with a high intensity. Solution: Materials Handling P/L, together with our partner Vaculex, have developed specialized solutions to solve these problems in most of the areas in a Distribution Centre. In addition to the reduction of work related injuries Vaculex solutions usually also improves productivity and worker satisfaction. Vaculex solutions for Distribution Centres include solutions for: • Unloading or loading vontainers and trailers • Order picking in picking areas • Palletizing • De-palletizing

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Parcel Carrier Terminals Situation: At all Parcel Carrier Terminals there is normally considerable manual handling of parcels. At smaller terminals manual handling tends to dominate the operation, at larger terminals automated sorting systems handle the sorting and terminal logistics but the manual handling is still an important part of the operation. At every terminal some of the parcels do not fit the automated sorting system, these non conveyable parcels usually are large and heavy but even in spite of that must be handled manually due to the lack of lift assists. Manual handling has previously been the only alternative when loading and unloading containers or trailers, sorting parcels between pallets, cages and conveyors. The manual handling at Parcel Carrier terminals is typically high tempo and work postures, if not performed with care risk causing injuries. The weight of parcels can often be up to 40 kg. The manual handling risks cause repetitive strain injuries and severe injury to for example the spine. The result is high sick absence, low productivity and dissatisfied workers. Solution: Materials Handling P/L together with our partner Vaculex has developed and implemented solutions to solve the manual handling problems at Parcel Carrier Terminals. The results are ergonomic solutions that potentially increase the productivity whilst still minimizing the risk for repetitive strain injuries and other injuries like spinal injuries. After just a short period of training most operators use the equipment like an extension of themselves. Integrating Vaculex solutions into the existing handling system is usually easy. In cases where there is limited space such as low head room, narrow passages and narrow areas Vaculex have solutions that can solve most of this. Vaculex Solutions for Parcel Carrier Terminals include solutions for: • Loading or unloading loose loaded containers and trailers • Sorting parcels between cages, pallets and conveyors

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safetyequipment Emergency-stop push buttons

Protect people and processes EVEN the best forklift drivers have accidental collisions with racking. While worst-case scenarios involving a rack collapse are rare, impact damage weakens the racking structure, compromising its load carrying capacity and potentially putting both property and life at risk, says Dematic. The Colby Protect-a-Rack is designed to be fitted to just about every competing brand of drive-in or Tapered surfaces selective pallet racking. deflect impacts. The system is certified and patented and reportedly outperforms traditional steel and plastic rack protection systems.

ROCKWELL Automation has earned TÜV certification for the B10d Functional Safety rating on Allen-Bradley emergency-stop push buttons. TÜV Rheinland is a leading international service group documenting the safety and quality of products, systems and services. This safety certification allows users to take the certified safety product data, and The E-stop improves include these products in calculating the safety level of safety and reliability. their entire control safety system. The e-stop push buttons are a critical component for automation systems, as they are used to cease motion to help prevent injury to workers or damage to machinery.

Dematic 02 9486 5463, www.dematic.com.au

Rockwell Automation, 03 9896 0300 www.rockwellautomation.com.au

‘Virtual fence’ safety system

Safe handling of reels

FLIR Systems has released a ‘virtual’ perimeter-fence alert system called Thermal Fence – a fully-integrated system which uses thermal security cameras for simultaneous threat detection and assessment. The system recently won the Best New Product award at Security2011, Australia’s largest security conference and exhibition. The Thermal Fence uses FLIR Sensors Manager (FSM) software, providing automated perimeter approach surveillance, intrusion detection and alert capabilities. The system covers perimeter security applications including critical infrastructure, petro-chemical facilities, nuclear facilities and residential installations.

SITECRAFT'S Logistec stainless steel Compac lifter has reportedly been designed to lift, transport and position loads. It enables easy and safe handling of reels or coils, ideal for industries where hygiene and resistance to chemicals is of paramount importance such as food, chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing industries. The lifter is flexible in design, operator friendly and easy to use with a range of features and functionality, according to Sitecraft. The reel handler is used to lift and rotate reels of film and paper by gripping the reel’s core, and rotating them over to be placed on pallets or loaded onto a production line.

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safetyequipment Height adjusting stacker

Chemical spill response kit

ACTISAFE is now distributing automated and manual lifting devices designed for safer work with pallets, skids, bins and stacks. The Actilift range includes the Quikstak Smart Stacker, an automated stacker offering automatic height adjustment during loading and unloading to keep the work height at an optimised set position for ease of use and operator safety. This in-built height adjusting sensor is Height adjustment is automated while loading and unloading. designed to keep the unit positioned at pre-determined heights whether it is loaded with palletised goods, bottles or large sheet material.

A COMPACT yet visible wall unit from Enware is designed to give workers immediate action to the company’s FAST-ACT broad spectrum toxic chemical spill response sorbent. The unit incorporates a 500g shaker of FAST-ACT along with directions for immediate chemical spill response to deal with a wide range of hazardous chemical spills in laboratories, including commercial, industrial, scientific, educational and medical facilities. The easy-to-use shaker doesn’t require any special training to use, and no pre-mixing is required. The FAST-ACT solution is formulated to eliminate hesitation and delay in emergencies because users don’t have to think about which treatment to use.

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The kit is suitable for chemical spills in industrial facilities.

Stock picking system saves backs WHEN stock picking from pallets under racking, if the front cartons have been removed, the operator then has to bend down, reach in, and lift the rear cartons out. With operators lifting even a 10kg carton, several hundred times a day,

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the cumulative total can reach 1 to 2 tonnes, says King Materials Handling. The company has designed Easy Picker, which consists of a base frame with a sliding deck attached to it. The deck is fitted with a manual turntable, on which the pallet full of product is

placed via forklift. To reach those hard to get at cartons at the rear, the frame is slid out and the pallet rotated. When pushed back in, the back is now at the front, making stock picking easier. The unit is 120mm high, so there is very little overall load height difference.

An Easy Picker – Lifter is also available, with a spring-assisted scissor lift built-in. This system also raises the pallets up to a comfortable working height, eliminating bending. King Materials Handling 03 9720 7181, www.kinggroup.com.au

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warehousing Automatic picking cell for warehouses

Lending a hand

Drive-In pallet racking from Dematic

SSI Schaefer 02 9824 3844,

CROWN’S QuickPick Remote Advance system is designed to make low-level picking in warehouses and distribution centres simple. Available on the Crown PC 4500 Series centre console rider pallet trucks, QuickPick Remote Advance is designed to allow operators to remotely advance the truck to the next picking point without having to climb back onto the truck, or walk along beside it holding the steering control. The system relies on a special glove that has a remote control fitted for controlling the truck’s movement. Order selectors simply press a button on a wireless transceiver glove to remotely advance the truck to the next pick location, eliminating the need to return to the operator’s compartment while picking.

THE Colby Drive-In Rack is a low-cost, versatile solution for high-density pallet storage. Designed and manufactured in Australia by Dematic, Colby Drive-In Rack can be tailored to meet customers’ individual needs depending on pallet configuration and load and warehouse design requirements. Heavy-duty bracing connects symmetrically to the big strong racking upright, increasing strength and load-carrying capacity. Colby Drive-In Rack systems also include innovative, one piece, formed cantilever brackets that wrap securely around the upright. These are available in double sided or single sided applications. Colby Drive-In Rack components are standardised and there are fewer of them, making installation quick and simple, says Dematic. The modular design of the rack is highly configurable for individual needs, and single-sided cantilever brackets allow for different pallet levels in adjacent bays. A variety of forklifts including counter-balanced and reach trucks can operate effectively in Colby Drive-In Rack

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The glove has a remote control fitted for controlling the truck’s movements.

The Schaefer Robo-Pick can handle up to 2400 picks per hour.

THE Schaefer Robo-Pick is the first fully-automatic picking cell that can be seamlessly integrated into existing warehouse architectures. It has been designed to set new standards in picking speeds and picking quality and can pick up to 2400 picks per hour. The Robo-Pick is suited for fast and slow-moving products. It incorporates an innovative two-step image processing system, which automatically recognises the position of the products and controls the picking robot.

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Small-footprint storage lift

Racking audit system now multilingual

SSI SCHAEFER’s LogiMat storage lift is designed to maximise storage capacity while reducing storage and energy costs. The LogiMat storage lift is an automated storage and order picking solution that uses process automation to provide a six- to ten-fold increase in order picking speeds, at the same time minimising picking errors, the company says. The LogiMat features two rows of trays. Between the trays, there is a lift moving up and down along the entire height of the warehouse automation system to remove the individual trays from their positions and move them down to a service opening that follows the goods-to-man principle. The order positions are transferred directly to a PC located on the automated warehouse system, where the relevant article trays are actuated by the system and transferred to the service opening. The warehouse staff remove the picked goods easily and at an ergonomic height with no operator stress. The range of applications includes: storage of small, standard and DIN parts; production store and conveyor system across multiple levels; incoming goods store; storage and provision of equipment and tools; and automatic parts provision.

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VICTORIAN company Independent Racking Inspections & Audits’ (IRIA) racking audit software is now multilingual to accommodate clients with global bases. IRIA’s Rack Audit Technology was developed to collect and store steel racking audit data in a range of industrial and commercial operations, aiding racking safety. Faults are recorded for storage in a centralised database, allowing users to generate damage reports on-site. The technology now offers the facility to operate in various languages, accommodating global clients with language barriers. According to Independent Racking Inspections & Audits, the multilingual capability was added to the company’s Rack Audit Technology software because many companies with steel storage racking in their business failed to realise their responsibilities within the Australian Standard, including annual inspections. The racking audit software reportedly complies with the Australian Standard for Steel Storage Racking (AS4084) and the European FEM standard. (FEM 10.2.04)

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IRIA 1300 136 649, www.iria.com.au

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Awards winners raise the Mercury Thank you to the 200 industry professionals who made the 6th Annual Mercury Awards the biggest and best ever.The following pages illustrate their successes. Sarah Falson writes.

VER 200 people gathered at this year’s Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards to celebrate the industry’s achievements. The 6th annual awards ceremony, held on 14 September at Sydney’s Watersedge, featured Australian comedian Peter Berner as MC, treating the crowd to some light entertainment. With almost double the entries as last year, the 2011 Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards were the biggest – and best – ever, with more than 40 finalists in the race for one of the coveted trophies. The awards presentation was a tribute to the logistics and materials handling industries and provided the opportunity to have business achievements publicly-recognised in front of their peers. The awards, as always, celebrated the many people whose contributions carry a business's success forward. The team at Logistics & Materials Handling magazine would like to thank the sponsors who made this year’s awards the biggest and best ever. They are: CEVA, for Top Third Party Logistics Provider (3PL); Century Yuasa Batteries for Technology Application and Best Green Initiative; SSI Schaefer for Young Professional of the Year; CASI for Supply Chain Innovation; Linde Material Handling for Materials Handling Solution; and Loscam for sponsoring the overall Best of the Best Award. New categories This year, the Mercury Awards expanded to include two new materials handling categories: Materials Handling Application; and Warehousing and/or Storage Solution. By all reports, these new categories were well-received, and we look forward to including them again in the 2012 Mercury Awards. Congratulations to all the winners of the 2011 Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards – you join an ever-growing list of Mercury Awards champions. Well done to Robotic Automation for taking out the 6th Annual Mercury Awards’ Best of the Best Award, sponsored by Loscam. The Best of the Best Award was chosen from amongst the winners in the other categories. Robotic Automation was lucky enough to win

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Daniel Bunnett of Best of the Best sponsor Loscam presents the evening’s big award to Robotic Automation’s Colin Wells.

Comedian and MC Peter Berner (L) was in fine form on the night. Winners and finalists are profiled in recent issues of Logistics & Materials Handling magazine and in the special awards booklet (R).

two other categories on the night: Technology Application and Materials Handling Solution. Robotic Automation was asked by packaging company, Amcor Cartons, to design, build and integrate an end-of-line solution to help boost productivity. The company provided a robotic solution, which consisted of three main technologies: robotic palletising, Robotic Automatic Guided Vehicles and automatic pallet wrapping. The robotic palletisers have increased Amcor Cartons' productivity by reducing the amount of manual handling bottlenecks in the factory, while the RAGVs have allowed for a more efficient and flexible use of current floor-space and

cost-free adaptability to changing needs. The automatic pallet wrapping machines have increased the efficiency of Amcor Cartons' use of stretch film consumables by up to 350%. The judges said: “Robotic Automation received top marks for designing and implementing a highly-effective solution for Amcor Cartons’ complex supply chain needs. The robotic end-ofline solution not only increased Amcor Cartons’ productivity but it also significantly enhanced workplace safety for staff. The project overall was well carried out.” Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards www.logisticsmagazine.com.au/awards

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Logistics Leader DHL Supply Chain took out this year’s award for implementing the DEPICT method for Pfizer's new Direct Distribution Model. Sarah Falson writes.

HL Supply Chain took-out this year’s winning vote for the Logistics Leader award – sponsored by CEVA Logistics – at the 6th Annual Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards. DLH Supply Chain won for the adoption of its Depict methodology to define, plan, implement, control and transition stages of Pfizer's new Direct Distribution Model. When asked how the company felt to win this category, DHL vice president of life sciences and healthcare – Australia, Saul Resnick, said: “I am very proud of all our team and all their efforts over the years towards the development, implementation and running of the Pfizer Direct Distribution Model. This award really is for them and represents their dedication.” The company commenced the direct distribution of Pfizer's full range of prescription medicines to all community pharmacies across Australia earlier this year. DHL Supply Chain

recruited and trained an expanded administration, warehouse and transport team to ensure a seamless process for pharmacies as this new strategy took effect. The new distribution model enables Pfizer to effectively promote and market its medicines to pharmacists, and with an increased range of offpatent and generic products going direct to pharmacies, Pfizer is better able to compete with the generic manufacturers and offer an increased range of products. By deploying 'Pick to Light' technology in four distribution centres, DHL has been able to meet its service criteria for all 5,160 pharmacies from just eight distribution channels, as opposed to the traditional wholesaler model, which uses up to 16 nationwide distribution centres. Some key areas DHL Supply Chain focused on are: end of line check weigh process – ensuring highest levels of pick and pack accuracy; and recycling of eskies for environmental reasons

David Cliffe of CEVA Logistics (sponsor, left) presents the award to Saul Resnick.

and also for re-usability and cost effectiveness. The judges said: “DHL demonstrated excellence in the management of Pfizer’s supply chain operations. DHL’s direct distribution model delivered impressive results for a large supply chain operation.” DHL Supply Chain 1300 725 468, www.dhl.com.au

Warehousing and/or Storage Solution Woolworths, in conjunction with Dematic, won this brand new awards category for an innovative DC upgrade in Victoria. By Sarah Falson.

S part of its Project Refresh supply chain initiatives, Woolworths has completed an innovative distribution system and infrastructure upgrade at its Mulgrave National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Victoria. The company won the Warehousing and/or Storage Solution award at the 2011 Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards. After more than a year in design and nine months onsite, Woolworths pulled apart, redesigned and transformed one of its largest distribution centres to support business growth at a much lower cost for the next ten years. The NDC upgrade, which involved a partnership with materials handling supplier Dematic, was designed to boost throughput volumes by up to 80%. With a series of innovations within the automation design, Woolworths has been able to maximise efficiency at its NDC. 16 | Logistics&MaterialsHandling November 2011

“[The company] was very honoured to accept the award on behalf of the many people involved in this project,” said Aaron Ford operations manager, Melbourne NDC & Mulgrave Produce. “Woolworths has undertaken some major projects in logistics but this was a significant challenge given that it involved pulling apart and rebuilding one of the company's largest operations, whilst continuing to operate that site at full capacity throughout, servicing over one million cartons per week nation-wide. “The project took an aging and complex automated facility and completely transformed it over the course of nine months. New systems, automation and associated infrastructure were progressively introduced to transform the site into the highly efficient and flexible operation that now services Woolworths National network of Supermarkets at a greatly reduced cost. The judges said: “Woolworths’ Project Refresh

Winner Aaron Ford of Woolworths accepts the Warehousing and/or Storage Solution award.

demonstrated a complex implementation of a warehousing system into a current site. This was done exceptionally well.” Woolworths www.woolworths.com.au Dematic 02 9486 5555, www.dematic.com.au

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Materials Handling Solution An innovative robotic solution boosts productivity and reaps rewards for Robotic Automation and Amcor Cartons in this new category. Sarah Falson writes.

OBOTIC Automation won the Materials Handling Solution Award, sponsored by Linde Material Handling, for this year’s Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards. Robotic Automation was recognised for the design, build and integration of an end-of-line solution to help boost productivity at packaging company Amcor Cartons. “It’s fantastic and really good recognition for the RA team that put in the effort to make it all happen,” said a Robotic Automation spokesperson at the event. The project, called the Robotic End-of-Line Solution, consisted of three main technologies: robotic palletising, Automatic Guided Vehicles (RAGVs) and automatic pallet wrapping. The robotic palletisers have increased Amcor Cartons' productivity by reducing the amount of manual handling bottlenecks in the factory, while the RAGVs have allowed for a more effi-

cient and flexible use of current floor-space and cost-free adaptability to changing needs. The automatic pallet wrapping machines have increased the efficiency of Amcor Cartons' use of stretch film consumables by up to 350%. Overall productivity has increased by more than 235%. According to Robotic Automation, this project was a very significant one for the company. “This project brings together the entire main elements RA group had to offer: IE Robotics, AGVs and Stretch Wrapping,” said group managing director, Colin Wells. “We should have had two tables instead of one and brought more staff and clients to such a great event,” Wells said of the event. Robotic Automation is now working on a string of similar projects, after the success of the joint venture with Amcor Cartons. The judges said: “Robotic Automation’s solution has cut costs, saved time and prevented

Ben Newey (L) of Linde Material Handling (sponsor) congratulates award-winner Colin Wells of Robotic Automation.

injuries from occurring. Productivity has risen from an average of 170 pallet-loads per day, to an astounding 400 pallet-loads per day.” Robotic Automation 1300 552 333, www.ragroup.com.au

Top Third Party Logistics Provider DHL Supply Chain won two big gongs at this year’s Mercury Awards, both for applying its innovative DEPICT methodology to Pfizer’s distribution model. Sarah Falson writes.

HL Supply Chain was onto a winning streak at this year’s Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards, winning two big awards on the night: Logistics Leader and Top Third Party Logistics Provider (3PL). The company took out both awards for its innovative project to define, plan, implement, control and transition (DEPICT) stages of Pfizer's new direct distribution model. “I can’t go without recognising the important role our Pfizer contacts have played in winning these awards. This award seals the terrific relationship we have with Pfizer that is going from strength to strength,” said Saul Resnick, vice president of life sciences and healthcare – Australia. The company commenced the direct distribution of Pfizer's full range of prescription medicines to all community pharmacies across Australia earlier this year. DHL Supply Chain

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recruited and trained an expanded administration, warehouse and transport team to ensure a seamless process for pharmacies as this new strategy took effect. Some key areas DHL Supply Chain focused on are: end of line check weigh process – ensuring highest levels of pick and pack accuracy; and recycling of eskies for environmental reasons and also for re-usability and cost effectiveness. The new distribution model enables Pfizer to effectively promote and market its medicines to pharmacists, and with an increased range of offpatent and generic products going direct to pharmacies, Pfizer is better able to compete with the generic manufacturers and offer an increased range of products. By deploying 'Pick to Light' technology in four distribution centres, DHL has been able to meet its service criteria for all 5,160 pharmacies from just eight distribution channels, as opposed to the traditional wholesaler model, which uses up

Saul Resnick accepts the award on behalf of DHL Supply Chain for its DEPICT project in association with Pfizer.

to 16 nationwide distribution centres. The judges said: “This was a well executed, complex project in an industry where regulation and high customer service standards impose significant constraints.” DHL Supply Chain 1300 725 468, www.dhl.com.au

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Young Professional of the Year This young achiever took out the 2011 Young Professional award for developing a critical Cost to Serve tool for BlueScope Steel. By Rita Mu & Sarah Falson.

ONGRATULATIONS to Daniel Castle from BlueScope Steel, for winning this year’s Young Professional of the Year award, sponsored by SSI Schaefer. The judges said: “Daniel’s development and implementation of a Cost to Serve tool was a critical ability for BlueScope Steel. Daniel was able to conduct a complex but essential piece of analysis that has delivered real, lasting commercial benefit.” As a principal supply chain analyst, Daniel Castle's responsibilities include the identification and implementation of medium to large projects that improve Bluescope Steel's costs, service or safety position. These responsibilities include analytical review, capital case development, project management, influencing of internal stakeholders, and system design and building improvement. Daniel was promoted last year (from a senior to a principal supply chain analyst) due to his

achievements. He has been identified as a High Potential Employee within BlueScope, delivering millions in savings for the company. Daniel was asked to develop and implement a Cost to Serve tool for BlueScope Steel's Australian based sales. This tool is viewed as a critical enabler in improving margins for BlueScope Steel in a mature domestic market. Daniel has also introduced another key business initiative around international freight optimisation. This initiative meets the ongoing business drive to lower costs for international distribution. It has been delivered by configuring the company's Transport Management System to optimise freight in containers in the same manner as which the system optimises domestic road and rail movements. Consequently, Daniel has allowed BlueScope to improve container utilisation for the movement of international freight by about 10%. Introduced a little over a year ago, the Trans-

SSI Schaefer’s Alan Clark (sponsor, left), presents the award to winner Daniel Castle of BlueScope Steel.

port Management System has delivered in excess of $1 million in the past year alone due to further tweaks that Daniel made to the optimisation model. BlueScope Steel 1800 800 789, www.bluescopesteel.com.au

Technology Application Reduced labour costs was just one of the benefits this robotic materials handling solution offered Amcor Cartons. Sarah Falson & Rita Mu write.

OBOTIC Automation took-out this year’s Technology Application gong – sponsored by Century Yuasa Batteries – at the 6th Annual Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards for its Robotic End-of-Line Solution for Amcor Cartons. The judges said: “Robotic Automation developed a solution which reduced labour costs and provided significant value to Amcor. It was a very impressive solution for a manufacturer in Australia.” Robotic Automation was asked by packaging company, Amcor Cartons, to design, build and integrate an end-of-line solution to help boost productivity. The company provided a robotic solution, which consisted of three main technologies: robotic palletising, Automatic Guided Vehicles (RAGVs) and automatic pallet wrapping. Robotic Automation went on to win three

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awards at this year’s Mercury Awards: Technology Application, Materials Handling Solution, and Best of the Best. Of the company’s win, group managing director Colin Wells, said “This project brings together the entire main elements RA group had to offer, IE Robotics, AGVs and Stretch Wrapping.” “It’s fantastic and really good recognition for the RA team that put in the effort to make it all happen. The robotic palletisers have reportedly increased Amcor Cartons' productivity by reducing the amount of manual handling bottlenecks in the factory, while the RAGVs have allowed for a more efficient and flexible use of current floor-space and cost-free adaptability to changing needs. According to Robotic Automation, the automatic pallet wrapping machines have increased the efficiency of Amcor Cartons' use of stretch

Manuel Leon of sponsor Century Yuasa Batteries (left) with winner Colin Wells of Robotic Automation.

film consumables by up to 350%, while overall productivity has increased by more than 235%. Robotic Automation 1300 552 333, www.ragroup.com.au

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Supply Chain Innovation A well-implemented solution that overcame a critical problem for shopping centre logistics won this year’s Supply Chain Innovation award. Sarah Falson & Rita Mu write.

ONGRATULATIONS to Bestrane, for taking out the Supply Chain Innovation gong (sponsored by Cornerstone Automation Systems Inc – CASI), at this year’s Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards ceremony. The company won for implementing its Descartes Dock Appointment Scheduler (DAS) to manage and improve the inbound and outbound dock function at the Westfield Group’s Westfield Sydney shopping centre. The structure of DAS supports three major areas: configuration, booking request/approval and booking execution. The solution enabled stakeholders such as contractors, carriers, suppliers and retailers to access a booking system in real time via a hosted online solution. Over 90% of appointment bookings are now made and approved automatically. Peter Cameron, sales and commercial manager at the Bestrane Group, said he was “surprised, but happy,” to win such a prestigious award.

“There was a large field of quality entrants who were deservedly finalists, so we were not confident of winning. Although we feel the Dock Appointment Scheduler is a very innovative solution, it is fantastic to have others recognise the innovation it represents as well,” he said. “The success Dock Appointment Scheduler solution has been a major win for both Westfield and Bestrane. Traditionally, Westfield has not seen itself as having a major impact on the Supply Chain, but with 240 Retailers, 400 Carriers and Contractors and up to 450 deliveries coming into the one location it definitely is not the case. “This solution has improved the management of the task and brought significant benefits not only to Westfield but the key stakeholders in the Supply Chain. This has all been done with no increase in manpower as 95% of the bookings are made and approved via the web.” The judges said: “Bestrane’s Descartes Dock

The Bestrane team celebrates their award win: Peter Cameron of Bestrane (left), Clarence Marcus of Westfield, sponsor John Brittain of CASI ANZ, and David Sanders (Bestrane).

Appointment enabled key stakeholders to access a booking system in real time via a hosted web based solution. It was a well implemented solution that helped solve a critical problem for shopping centre logistics.” Bestrane 03 9001 1565, www.bestrane.com.au

Best Green Initiative Reducing carbon emissions is an important element of any successful supply chain operations today. Sarah Falson writes.

B Schenker has been working with a major electronics customer to streamline their supply chain in order to reduce environmental impact and cost. This involved a complete review of supply chain activities. This project won DB Schenker this year’s Best Green Initiative award at the 2011 Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards, sponsored by Century Yuasa Batteries. The judges said: “It is impressive that Schenker Australia’s green initiatives reduced its carbon emissions by 40% from 1990 to 2007. The company’s drive for a greener future is reinforced with the goal of reducing a further 20% by 2020.” There were three main areas that DB Schenker needed to review. Inbound delivery was analysed in an effort to optimise container recovery and improve lead time. Warehousing was examined

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to determine methods of consolidation and local delivery was evaluated to improve fleet optimisation and efficiency. DB Schenker consolidated four local warehouses into one logistics centre located within one kilometre of the rail system directly linked to Port Botany. This resulted in a shift from truck to train inbound delivery, meaning multiple containers could be delivered simultaneously. This also resulted in fewer trucks on the road and less movement from warehouses to port. Local delivery was also improved using DB Schenker's optimisation tool to analyse trucking movements nationwide. "At DB Schenker we believe that ecology and economy can go hand in hand. It's our responsibility to reduce our company's footprint in the environment, and we care about our future generations who deserve to live on an equally beautiful and healthy planet," says Carola Jonas,

Sponsor Manuel Leon of Century Yuasa Batteries congratulates DB Schenker’s Carola Jonas on the company’s win.

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THE RapidStore Mini-Load is the latest in a series of high-performance storage and retrieval machines (SRMs) from Dematic. The RapidStore ML10 handles totes, cartons and cases in facilities ranging in height from 4m to 20m. Offered in three standard heights (10m, 14m and 20m), RapidStore ML10 is said to efficiently handle a host of container types in a multi-deep and flexiblewidth environment. The RapidStore Mini-Load operates at a travel speed of 6.0m/s, accelerates at 4.0m/s2, has lift speeds of 3.0m/s, and lift acceleration of 3.0m/s2, delivering up to 142 double cycles/hour (based on an 8m crane operating in a 40m aisle), Dematic claims.

THE Actilev scissor lift table allows for lifting and lowering processes in factories. It is suitable for the manufacturing, materials handling, retail and food sectors. Most parts of the Actilev can be customised, including bellows, roller tops, ball tops, turntables, rails, and auto-levelling sensors. Units are nominally supplied with a powdercoated finish, but can be made with a galvanised or stainless steel finish in a range of colours, with pallet disks or a U-shaped top. The Actilev range is available in eight standard models with weight capacity ranges from 1,000kg to 4,000kg, height capacity from 80mm to 1780mm, motor capacity ranges from 0.75kW to 2.2kW, and net weight ranges from 160kg to 470kg. Trolley mounting options facilitate mobility, allowing Actilev to accurately and carefully position goods in most parts of the plant, at the right height, says the company.

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NISSAN Forklifts has launched its RG Series warehouse forklifts truck. It features an operator compartment which is multi adjustable for left-and-right armrests and seat position. Floor height is electrically adjustable to accommodate to different operator sizes, while the optional ERGO Logic joystick provides up to nine different mast-related functions. It features AC TECH controller which provides productive, reliable and cost-effective truck operation, including automatic horizontal fork levelling, sideshift centering, load-weight indication and double-deep storage, while the Level Assistance System allows operators go to preset lifting heights in the racking. The RG Series has drive speeds to 14.5km/h and lift speeds to 700mm/s. Uptime is reportedly maximised by 1,000 hour service intervals, long-life hydraulic fluid with 6% energy reduction and the HSHL drive wheel for reduced wear. Batteries can be exchanged quickly, with three systems to assist: reach-out battery; sideways battery roll-out; and motor powered battery roll-out allowing battery change by just pressing a button. The RG Series features reach trucks from 1.2t to 2.5t load capacity and a wide variety of masts, with lifting heights to 12.1m while keeping optimal load capacities.

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materialshandling Forklifts feature tilt levelling TOYOTA’S new 7-Series forklift range comes standard with the company’s System of Active Stability (SAS), which incorporates an active mast function controller and tilt levelling features. Models in the new series of forklifts offer three-way closed loop catalytic muffler systems, double-action hand-operated park brakes, neutral start safety switches, and memory tilt steering columns. The vehicles also have low, wide-entry steps with dual operator assist grips. Toyota says the 7-Series also benefit from low noise emissions and high visibility overhead guards. They offer two power plants: a 4.3-litre 66kW overhead valve V6 engine designed for LPG and dual fuel systems, or Toyota's 5.2-litre 63kW OHV inline six-cylinder diesel engine. Three models are included in the range: 7FGU60, 7FGU70 and 7FGU80 in 6,000kg, 7,000kg and 8,000kg capacities, replacing Toyota’s current 5-Series.

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The pallet conveyor sections include twin, triple chain and powered rollers.

MATERIALS handling company Industrial Conveying has developed a set of modular pallet conveyor sections that can easily be assembled to meet requirements in different industries, from industrial processing through to sensitive and food-grade sectors. The pallet conveyor sections include twin and triple chain conveyors, powered roller conveyors and transfers for use with Australian Standard pallets for weights up to1,200 kilograms. The conveyor sections are assembled in lengths of 1.5, 3, 4.5 and 6 metres. Conveyors of non-standard lengths, widths and loads are also available. Optional painted mild steel or aluminium plate decking for the twin and triple chain conveyors is available as an added safety feature, or for specific applications where cleanliness is a priority, such as in the pharmaceutical and food industries. Conveyor drive units can be fitted with a shaft-mounted external motor or an internal motor arrangement as a standard option. The design utilises pressed steel side members and bolted construction using many common components for versatility and simplicity in assembly, to meet specific customer requirements. Industrial Conveying (Aust) 03 5440 5100, www.icaust.com.au

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Supply chain traceability Traceability is more than just a process of tracking events in the supply chain; it is a method manufacturers take to become customer-centric. Steven Kratsis writes.

HE need for manufacturers to focus on compliance and traceability initiatives is increasingly significant as commercial pressures grow to meet regulatory mandates. By mitigating the risk of product recalls, reducing manufacturing costs and quality controlling end-to-end process traceability, organisations will be able to reduce inefficiencies. Technology can be used to track system status, analyse performance and support decisionmaking. Software systems, for example, are designed to support the levels of strategy, planning, design and operations. All of these forms of traceability are needed in manufacturing to provide a structured, holistic way of managing operations to meet commercial targets. Traceability takes two forms. The first, product tracking, is following the path of a specified unit of a product through the supply chain as it moves between organisations. Products are routinely tracked for obsolesce, inventory management and logistics. The second, product tracing, is identifying the origin of a particular unit and/or batch of product located within the supply chain by reference to records held upstream. Products are traced for purposes, such as recall and complaints. Scoping out the challenge Traceability enables organisations to ‘guarantee’ the origin of a product or raw material. It also allows them to reduce the risks they face where an incident has occurred by more quickly searching impacted products and removing from the marketplace as/when required. In many firms, opportunities for process quality enhancements are lost because genealogical data is so hard to attain. Many organisations across the process industries, particularly those in the batch industries like consumer products and pharmaceuticals, are still

finished products. Second, it can help identify in which specific lots a particular product has been used. Third, automation can be used to find which equipment items have been impacted by a given lot. Fourth, it enables organisations to use records to find the history of a manufactured lot. Finally, it enables users to compare manufacturing and quality parameters at different steps of the same lot, and between the same steps of different lots. As well as data about temperatures and pressures from pallets and boxes, there is a need to capture relationships across the manufacturing process.

using manual approaches to traceability. This presents a variety of problems as organisations need to keep a history of transactions, stretching back as many as ten years to comply with regulations. Most businesses keep a paper-based standard operating procedure document and mark comments on it. There are many disadvantages to this approach. First, it is extremely expensive. Second, it introduces errors into the system both in the process and in the documents used to support it. Third, it brings little value to the organisation. Unlike electronic data, it cannot easily be used to support continuous process improvement, carry out ‘what if’ analysis and drive product efficiencies. Some organisations are now looking to digitise the process but the sheer weight of paper that will need to be moved before this can happen makes this a challenging task indeed. It is important that data is collected and analysed electronically. Automated traceability techniques are used across a range of applications. First, the approach can be employed to identify lots impacted by an incident, by navigating ascendant and descendant links between raw material lots, intermediates and

An effective solution To fully support traceability, sophisticated tools are needed to deal with a range of issues. In the product development process, this includes manual data from pallets, raw materials scans and process automation data. This will incorporate batch data, details of product quantities, sources, destinations and times of despatch and arrival, and supply chain data. When all disparate information has been collected and captured, the information needs to be stored into a database and a user interface provided in order to navigate it quickly and easily. Detailed analysis software is also needed to analyse the data, evaluate issues, find their source and the underlining cause. In this context, a software solution for traceability will address the core manufacturing function and the broader supply chain can be deployed across many process industries and easily integrated with many other systems. Traceability should not been seen merely as a process of tracking events in the supply chain, it’s a method of being customer centric, enhancing service excellence and achieving commercial success by developing a genuine value chain. [Steven Kratsis is country director, AspenTech Australia.] AspenTech 02 9572 5544, www.aspentech.com

Asset tracking system combines motion sensors and GPS THE SCF Group has developed an innovative tracking device designed to take the worry out of transporting valuable assets across Australia. The South Australian container company has developed the technologically advanced AssetWatch product to meet customer demand for a 28 | Logistics&MaterialsHandling November 2011

simple and more secure way to keep track of movable assets. The tracking system combines motion sensors, GPS positioning and custom configured sensors to gather and transmit precise information about the whereabouts of containers.

The company says it can issue instant reports updating a container’s whereabouts or issue emergency alerts to a customer by email or by text to a mobile phone all through a device that runs on AA batteries. SCF Group 08 8208 0900, www.scfgroup.com.au

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Women driving home transport industry THE old-fashioned notion of males dominating the Australian transport industry is changing thanks to the hard work of countless women, and a number of government and business initiatives aimed at correcting the gender imbalance. "While attracting and hiring qualified women in a male-dominated industry can prove to be a challenge, organisations such as Transport Women Australia and Trans-Help Foundation have done a great deal in getting women involved in the transport sector," said Isuzu Australia Limited (IAL) director and chief operating officer, Phil Taylor. "These organisations not only promote effective networking and mentoring for women within the industry, they also provide clear career paths and recognition for women who are working in, or want to work in the transport industry.” According to a recent report conducted by the Transport Logistics Centre, the average age of truck drivers in Australia is 43 years old, compared to the average age of 39 across all other industries. Other

Taylor says government and business must get more women involved in the transport industry.

research from the Victorian Department of Transport also shows that 32% of current truck drivers will be over 70 years old by 2026.

Taylor said that finding ways to replace over 30% of the workforce is crucial for the survival and prosperity of the transport industry, and government and business action aimed at getting women involved is a critical first step. "The annual $10,000 Victorian Government scholarship for females starting a post-graduate degree in the freight, logistics and/or marine-related fields along with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads, Strategix Training program are great initiatives to get women involved in the industry," he said. According to Taylor, the Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics is forecasting an 80 percent rise in Australia's total freight task between now and 2030; given this, transport businesses that aim to attract and retain women will be more resilient to future skills shortages. Isuzu Australia Limited 03 9644 6666, www.isuzu.com.au

Hino and Thrifty moving to Western Australia WITH more than a decade of cooperation between Hino and Thrifty truck rentals in Western Australia, it has successfully delivered its 150th Hino light duty truck since 2007. The Hino 300 Series model was delivered earlier this year to bolster Thrifty's ever-expanding range of rental Hinos based in Western Australia. Each of Thrifty's Hinos is reportedly in service for up to four years.

Thrifty's WA fleet manager David Hendry said the company provides customers with a unique rental experience. "Thrifty WA has the heart of a local family business, with the backing of the internationally renowned Thrifty brand," Hendry said. "Over recent years the Hino range of trucks has proved widely popular with our customers in WA. The WA market is

unique in that we must cater for a range of retail-type customers, as well as those in industry and mining. "The versatility of the Hino range means we are able to provide customers with single and dual cab tray models, which have proven extremely popular with the rapidly expanding commercial customer base.” Hino Motor Sales Australia 02 9914 6666, www.hino.com.au

Each of Hino’s 300 Series trucks is in service for up to four years.

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fleetmanagement Blackberry GPS for transport industry NAVGUARD has launched the NavTrack, a GPS application for Blackberry phones, for the transport and logistics industry. The system navigates drivers and tracks users while they are on the road by monitoring them via the web. It also provides users with estimated time of The application arrival and turn-by-turn provides ETA and turnby-turn navigation voice instructions before information. the next manoeuvre. Managers of road transport companies can instantly locate and communicate with any of their field workers at any time, according to NavGuard. Users can view their position in real-time using 2D and 3D interactive maps and make calls using the built-in phone menu without switching screens. NavGuard www.navguard-world.com

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Mobile computer for logistics workers HONEYWELL has introduced the Dolphin 99EX, a durable mobile computer designed for the transportation and logistics industries. The system is equipped with high-speed wireless technology that enables real-time voice and data communication. Powered by a software-definable radio, the device allows on-the-fly switching among cellular carriers – between GSM and CDMA carriers or between two GSM or two CDMA carriers – for uninterrupted wireless connectivity, says Honeywell. The 99EX’s software-definable radio delivers continual coverage and real-time access to global data, regardless of network carrier or technology. The mobile computer also incorporates assisted GPS technology for faster data acquisition and better tracking while on the road.

Unlike other devices in the market, the battery life on the 99EX lasts upwards of 16 hours, supporting long shifts and over-time without the need to carry extra batteries or outfit delivery vehicles with chargers, says Honeywell. This is the first product in the Honeywell mobility line to incorporate next generation Adaptus Imaging Technology 6.0. Honeywell 02 9846 0217,

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Shell diesel for transport sector SHELL Diesel Extra is now available to the Australian transport sector from terminals in Newport (VIC), Parramatta (NSW), Pinkenba and Townsville (QLD), and Kalgoorie (WA), as well as 66 Shell-branded service stations around the country. Shell Diesel Extra was developed by Shell scientists

over a three-year period in laboratories worldwide to help benefit the commercial road transport sector and is designed to deliver fuel savings of up to 3% over the lifetime of a vehicle compared to regular diesel. Shell 03 9666 5444, www.shell.com.au

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Honouring high speeds This high-speed label applicator received top honours for its cost and precision.

NSIGNIA’S Domino M-Series label applicator has won the Imported Equipment Award at the 2011 APPMA Awards of Excellence, due to its ability to print and apply labels to cartons at high speeds. The label applicator is reportedly the perfect tool for manufacturers working with high-volume batches, requiring a high-speed labeller to help them save costs in their labelling process. Insignia says the ability of the high-speed system to print and apply labels on the manufacturing line allows users to reduce packaging inventor. The Domino M-Series also provides users with more real-time information, allowing them to reduce carton loss and line-changeover times. The system also provides a high level of guarding, to protect the operators and prevent injury, while still providing a clean design and good access

Barcode scanners with high reading and network performance THREE new barcode scanners (CLV63x/64x/65x) with high reading and networking performance are available from SICK. The systems are suitable for use in packaging, food, pharmaceutical, logistics, handling and warehousing, and forklift applications. Each model can be integrated in existing Profibus DP networks with SICK’s new CDF600 connection box. The barcode scanners feature CAN (CSN and CANopen), Ethernet TCP/IP, and Ethernet IP (for connection type Ethernet) connectivity. Integrated function keys for starting auto-setup or evaluating reading quality are included. The units support configuration with SOPAS, the parameterisation tool for all new SICK products. The units also incorporate Increased SMART code reconstruction for precisely determining and decoding damaged, badly printed or half-covered barcodes. With regard to connection, the CLV6xx product family is compatible with the CLV42x-CLV45x series, making upgrading easy. An oscillating mirror version is also available. SICK 1800 334 802, www.sick.com.au

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for cleaning, insignia says. “The Domino M-Series label applicators facilitate print and apply on lines up to 100 cartons per minute. OEE, user friendliness through common user interfaces and simple loading, and most of all limited service requirements coupled with commonality of parts are major considerations leading to market leading up-time performance for all Domino products,” said insignia national sales manager – labelling, Brad Jeavons, while accepting the APPMA award. The Imported Equipment Award is designed to recognise the efforts of a company that promotes their overseas principal's equipment in the Australian market, where the equipment in itself represents a high standard of excellence

Insignia national sales manager – labelling, Brad Jeavons, accepts the Imported Equipment Award

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at the 2011 APPMA Awards of Excellence.

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Mainpac partners with CIEAM to deliver better asset management

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SOFTWARE developer Mainpac has become the Australian software participant with the Australian Cooperative Research Centre for Infrastructure and Engineering Asset Management (CIEAM). The alliance will develop solutions aimed at improving the efficiency and sustainability of infrastructure and engineering asset management. These solutions will permit mining, manufacturing and other asset intensive industries to formulate long term strategies to optimise asset use and sustainability. Under the partnership the results of research conducted by CIEAM will find their way into future Mainpac software solutions. Research now underway will address the application of standards such as ISO 15926 and MIMOSA to provide interoperability of asset management information systems, a consistent asset management information auditing and assessment methodology, support for infrastructure management through the combination of sensors and asset information models and multi-criteria decision support systems.

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The Rea-Jet marks still and moving objects.

THE Rea-Jet Laser CL is a CO2 laser marking system suitable for marking cardboard boxes in the pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and food and beverage sectors, along with glass marking, wood and plastics engraving. The laser beam is generated in an enclosed laser tube which is filled with carbon dioxide. Flexiblymounted mirrors guide the bundled light beam over the product surface, resulting in the marking effect. The system can mark both mobile and immobile products on a production line, and can be integrated with existing production systems. Laser systems have the advantage of being free of consumables and virtually maintenance free, running for 6,000 working shifts without hassle.

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RUGGED redefined. Finally, a printer as rugged as its environment.

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Rugged. Reliable. WMS-Compatible. Datamax-O’Neil built its reputation on rugged and reliable portable receipt printers and has now used this expertise to design the industry’s most rugged portable label printer. The RL4 is built to survive multiple drops to concrete and still print high quality labels, ﬁrst time, every time. The RL4 seamlessly integrates into any operating environment, handles unique 802.11 security and encryption situations, and is compatible with the industry’s most popular WMS and label design software packages. Visit our website for more information on the RL4 and let us redeﬁne your expectations for rugged. www.datamax-oneil.com Available from your Datamax-O’Neil authorized distributors: Insignia: 1300 300 373 and Dy-Mark: 1300 396 275

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BIG Ass Fans has introduced the new Yellow Jacket; a portable fan designed for flexibility, quiet operation and excellent durability. The system has a heavy-gauge steel carriage engineered to withstand the harshest environments, a Powerfoilinspired blade for maximum efficiency and airflow coverage, and an acoustically-designed fan, motor and carriage for quiet operation. Other features include oversized wheels and ergonomic handle for superior manoeuvrability, multiple speeds and an easy-to-operate locking mechanism for greater airflow control. According to Big Ass Fans, the Yellow Jacket has a high-efficiency design which cuts energy use in the factory by over 50%. It is powered by a hp IP45 rated motor and features a 3-dimensional progressive pitch blade made from high performance polyamide nylon.

MANUFACTURING workers can ensure their vision is clear with the help of Honeywell Safety Product’s guide to eye testing in the workplace. The Titmus V Series Vision Screeners are ergonomically-designed, stereoscopic instruments which are said to provide precise and prompt measurement of The screeners are designed for eye-testing in the workplace. visual performance. The range is designed for employers to quickly ascertain if a worker’s vision is within the normal parameters. Testers can screen for visual acuity, muscle balance (horizontal and vertical phoria), depth perception, colour perception, and binocular vision. The units are in keeping with a report in Issue 1 of Australian GovLink encouraging employers to introduce a Visual Performance Program in the workplace, Honeywell says. According to the company, the Screeners help manufacturers work towards promoting a safer workplace by managing the risk that current and potential visual challenges pose.

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Emergency eyewash stations SPERIAN Protection has introduced a range of emergency eyewash stations which deliver flushing fluids to decontaminate the eye area. The eyewash stations and products utilise Eyesaline – a preserved, buffered, saline solution, which is said to be superior to tap water. The range includes the Sperian Portastream II, the Sperian Fendall Pure Flow 1000 and Personal Eyewash Products. According to Sperian, the The eyewash stations are suitable for the timely decontamination of the eye area. eyewash stations may be used in the event of a hazardous eye contamination where time is of the essence. The company also offers specialised safety eyewear such as the Sperian DuraMaxx Goggle and the Sperian Millennia Sport safety eyewear. Sperian Protection 1300 139 166, www.sperianprotection.com.au

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