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MODULA VERTICAL LIFT MODULE IS THE MOST COST EFFECTIVE STORAGE SOLUTION


COMPRESSED AIR


Analysing the way in which compressed air is used on site via data logging is key to implementing efficiency improvements and making energy savings


MACHINERY 7


A manufacturer of drive components is using powerful CAM software to program its complex machinery, reducing lead times and scrap


DUST & FUME EXTRACTION


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Extraction and filtration in electronics production involves eliminating hazardous substances in the air that may impact negatively


26 MODULA VLM SOLUTION


Why expand your warehouse if you don’t have to? Modula Vertical Lift Module is the most cost effective storage solution. For companies looking to improve storage capacity and speed of retrieval of inventory or to better organise tools or supplies a vertical lift module (VLM) is the most cost-effective solution.


NEWS 4. Cross-continent apprenticeship exchange


Compressed Air 7. Analysing the way in which compressed air is used on site is key to making energy savings


Generators, Backup Power & Batteries Generators, Backup Power & Batteries


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14. The cloud can deliver ‘always on’ access to data to enable smarter decision-making


Machinery Machinery


18. Using powerful CAM software to program complex machinery reduces lead times


Fastening & Joining Fastening & Joining


18. Using powerful CAM software to program complex machinery reduces lead times


22. What is the difference between using an optimum versus an adequate robotic torch?


Barcoding, Labelling & Packaging Barcoding, Labelling & Packaging


Dust & Fume Extraction Dust & Fume Extraction


22. What is the difference between using an optimum versus an adequate robotic torch?


24. Durable labels can prevent problems caused by using standard paper products


24. Durable labels can prevent problems caused by using standard paper products


26. Extraction/filtration in electronics production involves eliminating hazardous substances


SUPPLEMENT Materials Handling & Logistics


EDITOR Susan Deane T: 01242 693380 


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MANAGING EDITOR Neil Mead T: 01622 699110 


MANAGING EDITOR Neil Mead T: 01622 699110


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MEDIA DIRECTOR Kathryn Ambrose T: 01622 699129 


MEDIA DIRECTOR Kathryn Ambrose T: 01622 699129


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SUPPLEMENT Materials Handling & Logistics


SALES MANAGER Jack Pollard T: 01622 699193 


SALES MANAGER Jack Pollard T: 01622 699193 


SALES EXECUTIVE Becky Coleman T: 01622 699168 


DIVISION MANAGER Louise Pudney T: 01622 699104 


DIVISION MANAGER Louise Pudney T: 01622 699104 


SALES EXECUTIVE Becky Coleman T: 01622 699168 


PRODUCTION CONTROLLER Steve Parks T: 01622 607957


CIRCULATION: T: 01580 883844 


CIRCULATION: T: 01580 883844 


PRODUCTION CONTROLLER Steve Parks T: 01622 607957


26. Extraction/filtration in electronics production involves eliminating hazardous substances


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14. The cloud can deliver ‘always on’ access to data to enable smarter decision-making


13. TPPL batteries provide operational benefits, safety and lifetime cost savings


13. TPPL batteries provide operational benefits, safety and lifetime cost savings


Compressed Air 7. Analysing the way in which compressed air is used on site is key to making energy savings


FEATURES FEATURES


NEWS 4. Cross-continent apprenticeship exchange


Whether involved in logistics or manufacturing, if you’re looking for a way to improve your facility a prefabricated building form CopriSystems could be the perfect choice.


CopriSystems Tel: 01380 830 697 Email: sales@coprisystems.com Website: www.coprisystems.com


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