News Edition #995 - 8 October 2020
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A few weeks back, we pondered the plight of the conference organisers whose businesses have been decimated by COVID-19.
There is another sector that has been badly affected - the industry associations. Already, some of the major industry organisations have collapsed because of their financial dependence on events. No trade shows means no revenue.
This brings into question the role of the industry associations. Clearly, those that have morphed into event companies and that exist primarily to organise industry events, rather than to represent the interests of the industry participants, are most at risk.
There's no indication that the major materials handling and logistics associations are in this situation, and if nothing else, COVID-19 and the collapse of trade shows should get them all to refocus on their members' needs - the very reason for their creation in the first place.
AUSTRALASIA NEWS
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Business groups have welcomed the extension of the asset write-off provisions announced in the Federal Budget. Under the plan, businesses with turnover up to $5 billion will be able...
National Safe Work Month is under way, and state and federal safety bodies are placing a sharp focus on navigating mental health through COVID-19. Dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic...
PowerBatt, owners of patented technology for maintaining and doubling the lifespan of lead-acid batteries are looking for an official distributor of Powerbatt in Australia and NZ. Email Dusan Uhrik for information. PowerBatt is the result of long-standing research commenced for Czechoslovak army, certified by NATO, and now industry proven and accepted worldwide. It represents a breakthrough solution in the dynamic battery regeneration industry.
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WORLD NEWS
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Cargotec and Konecranes have announced that their respective boards of directors have signed a combination agreement and a merger plan to combine the two companies through a merger. The...
AGV maker Seegrid has acquired Box Robotics, a mobile robotics start-up bringing high-definition maps, three-dimensional LiDAR and deep learning to the warehouse and manufacturing automation space. This acquisition will...
Under new ownership, Meclift is investing in international growth. The Finnish company, founded in 1981, came under new ownership at the end of 2019. The new owners, Lännen MCE...
The Atlas Companies, parent company of Atlas Toyota Material Handling (ATMH) of Chicago, has acquired Toyota-Lift of Minnesota. Toyota-Lift will be renamed as Atlas Toyota Lift of Minnesota (ATLM...
Taylor International has announced the planned opening of Taylor de Colombia S.A.S. Hal Nowell, director of sales for Taylor International, says: "We have worked diligently to put the right...
Dematic event goes virtual - Atlanta, GA, United States
IFOY applications closing - Munich,Germany
Jungheinrich is building a new logistics centre for Wegmann Automotive in Veitshöchheim, Lower Franconia. This major project at the company's headquarters is scheduled to be completed by the end...
KION North America has introduced the Linde Series 1202 hydrostat forklift to its portfolio. "With its new flagship product, Linde is once again setting a benchmark in the industry...
The fourth annual Talent in Logistics Awards for 2020 were awarded virtually this week, with Kate Lester of Diamond Logistics named Inspirational Leader of the Year and GEFCO judged...
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Tailor-made work lights by TYRI Lights - your design partner.
The forklift manufacturer Semax Material Handling AB, based in Sweden, is in a very exciting and expansive phase.
Start-Manager Inc. is pleased to introduce their rugged line of access control and daily safety check devices for material handling applications.
Safety systems, solutions, and options from Linde Material Handling.
Warehouse Design Inc is proud to present their new generation patented fall protection safety harness - protect your operators and users!
Heli will be participating in the 128th Canton Fair online from October 15th to 24th.
Automation in materials handling is here. Cascade can help your business implement AGV solutions no matter the task at hand.
PBM chargers for your lithium batteries - a wide range of applications and built for diverse environments.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
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