The Materials Handling Industry

Wulftec International designs, develops and manufactures stretch wrapping, strapping and pallet handling solutions that reduce product damage and improve operational efficiency to achieve higher profitability. David Soyka reports on how this Quebec-based company helps customers stretch pallet packaging and handling dollars.
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With its advanced technology, Florida-based Vac-Con cleans up what’s left behind. The company gives new meaning to an old phrase: “A new broom sweeps clean.” It’s clean and “green” – and, above all, it’s innovative, describes Dan Harvey, about this forward thinking – and forward moving – enterprise.
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No stranger to the handling of bulk agricultural goods, Máquinas Condor S.A. has added to its experience over the last four years by continuing and consolidating its position in loading and transporting industry. Simplifying operations for Brazilian ports and stations, Máquinas Condor now offers complete solutions for one of the country’s fastest growing markets. Reuben Ford reports.
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For more than 40 years, Mac Process has provided air filtration and pneumatic conveying solutions that maximize product flow rates and minimize the environmental impact of manufacturing processes. As a part of the 150-year-old Schenck Process Group, it taps into a global resource that enables clients to achieve goals, reports Lorie Greenspan.
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In baseball parlance, Minnesota-based Power/Mation can hit for power. In developing hi-tech automation solutions, it has knocked it out of the ballpark. But the company can also hit for average, field its position and run the bases. Dan Harvey describes this hall-of fame organization.
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Automated guided vehicle systems, commonly called AGVS, once seemed like a fantasy described in an H.G. Wells novel. Today it’s becoming commonplace, thanks to Egemin Automation Inc. For almost 40 years, the Michigan-based company pioneered development and deployment. Efficient and cost-effective, the technology bolsters a company’s bottom line, reports Dan Harvey.
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Manitex International Inc. is a leading material handling solutions provider growing in physical size, product portfolio and reputation. “Niche” offerings include boom trucks, rough terrain cranes and forklifts, among others. The Illinois company has already captured a significant portion of its North American markets. Now it’s enlarging its international presence.
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A major materials handling industry force for more than 80 years, Hyster Company developed a unique concept that allows purchasers to do comprehensive comparative shopping. The innovation benefits both customers and company.
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A leading manufacturer of electric and engine powered materials handling equipment, Linde Material Handling North America continually sets the industry pace for more than 150 years. Based in South Carolina, and an integral part of an international corporation, the company is weathering the current economic storm. But be prepared for what it will do next, forewarns Dan Harvey.
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Safety Storage of Charleston, Ill. specializes in pre-engineered hazardous materials storage buildings. With its custom designs and national sales coverage, the company leads an important industry serving the military, local government, pharmaceutical and other industries. Barbara Kram reports on the fire protection, safe storage, and workspace solutions that meet hazmat code compliance nationwide.
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