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COMMENT
The benefits of electric automation in packaging E
lectric automation (EA) is an increasingly popular choice for companies wishing to replace or upgrade their pneumatic systems. On page 30 of this
issue, Aniq Rehman, technical specialist in EA for Thorite, explains the benefits of EA and what makes it particularly appropriate for packaging processes. This issue also includes: Industry 4.0/Smart Factories; Barcoding, Labelling & Packaging; Materials Handling; Conveyors; Storage Solutions; Skills & Training; and Temporary Buildings. If you have a comment, opinion or story that you would like to share, please contact me by emailing
vwhite@datateam.co.uk. And if you would like to share your product news or case studies, please contact Ethan,
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PALL-EX IRELAND LAUNCHES WITH CELEBRATIONS P
all-Ex Group, Europe’s leading palletised freight distribution network has enhanced its operation by opening a
network within the Republic of Ireland. Operating from its Dublin facility, Pall-Ex
Ireland already has 16 members and is actively recruiting further quality logistics businesses to join its membership and take advantage of its sector-leading technology and diverse range of pallet dimensions. The official launch of Pall-Ex Ireland took place
on 1st May 2024 with a ceremony held in one of its warehouses. The event brought together staff,
network members, local, national and European (MEP) politicians with speeches from key personnel, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Minister of State at the Department of
Transport with special responsibility for International and Road Transport and Logistics, Jack Chambers also spoke at the event and joined the teams in celebrating the launch of Pall-Ex Ireland. Bernard McSweeney, responsible for the
operational side of Pall-Ex Ireland, comments: “The Pall-Ex Ireland team has extensive experience in freight forwarding and customs
clearance, we are ideally positioned to support a range of businesses with their local, national and International freight requirements.” “Now we have officially launched, we look
forward to welcoming additional members to the network, ensuring we provide the best cross-border solution in the sector”.
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