As the UK industry continues to reel from the enormous impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, available budgets to improve productivity by automation have been severely restricted. Old conveyor equipment can be unreliable as well as being expensive to run and maintain, therefore the significant benefits of new automated materials handling processes cannot be ignored. Using […]
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How inline bagging is being used for safe social distancing in e-commerce
Wednesday, June 10th, 2020 -As the country continues to battle with coronavirus, every business needs to comply with social distancing rules to ensure staff safety in the workplace. For e-fulfilment and distribution centres which are now busier than ever responding to the burgeoning online retail marketplace, maintaining a safe environment for all staff is of utmost importance. Automating manual […]
Conveyor control systems – how to maximise the function of an automated solution
Wednesday, April 8th, 2020 -Whether a simple ‘start/stop’ function or complex controls are required, a reliable and secure conveyor control system is the central feature of any automated solution. Sourcing the hardware equipment for a conveyor system is just the first step and needs to be coupled with the intelligent design of a smart control system. Selecting a suitable […]
How to increase production: key types of conveyors and their uses
Friday, March 13th, 2020 -There’s one piece of equipment the materials handling industry relies on to keep products moving and orders flowing, and that’s a conveyor. For simple and quick transportation of a wide variety of products, the installation of a suitable conveyor can significantly increase production and prove to be a cost effective investment. Which type of conveyor […]
Inline Packing Systems – the need for speed
Tuesday, January 28th, 2020 -In the last few years the demand for packaged goods has skyrocketed. This demand has been driven partly by the phenomenal acceleration in internet shopping and partly by the global increased taste for the speed and convenience of packaged foods. Combined with the requirement from consumers to bring product to the market in rapid time, […]
Reaping the benefits of 3D printing with Axiom GB
Monday, December 16th, 2019 -Bridging the gap between machined and injection moulded parts, 3D printers have transformed the way industry works. The ability to produce three dimensional solid objects from a 3D digital file has become a mainstream manufacturing process with extensive benefits for the automated materials handling market. Keeping ahead of the competition, Axiom GB has recently invested […]
Automation in the food industry
Friday, October 11th, 2019 -We all need to eat so the food industry is the one industry that we cannot do without. It’s also the one industry that’s guaranteed to grow year on year and the one industry that is rapidly turning to automation to improve productivity and reduce costs. Whether it is food storage, food processing, food packaging […]
Why is it wise to choose a family-run business as your automated solution provider?
Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 -So you’re in the market for an automated system for your distribution centre, how can you narrow down your selection process? There are many companies to choose from and naturally reputation and expertise are vitally important but have you considered checking out the ownership structure? There’s plenty of evidence to suggest that it would be […]
Does your materials handling supplier have ISO 27001- the top information security management certification?
Tuesday, August 27th, 2019 -As cyber-attacks become more numerous it has never been more important to eliminate or minimise the risk of a security breach that could have severe legal or business continuity implications. What does achieving ISO 27001 mean? This prestigious stamp of best practice achieved recently by Axiom GB proves that the company has implemented an information […]
Is it time to replace your old conveyor system? 4 key reasons for change – our checklist for success
Tuesday, July 9th, 2019 -A good quality conveyor system which is well maintained is going to last a long time, but is your conveyor system becoming increasingly unreliable, and you feel it’s time to upgrade? There are obvious signs that are powerful indicators that it’s time to move on, that your antiquated system is costing your business too much […]
Boxing clever for a greener packaging solution
Thursday, June 13th, 2019 -There’s no doubting the benefits of installing an automated packaging line into your ecommerce distribution facility. A well designed, quality packaging system ticks all the right boxes in terms of improved productivity, order accuracy and reduced costs. However in today’s increasingly environmentally friendly world, it’s also vitally important to consider how you can keep your […]
Global materials handling equipment market value over US$ 50 billion by 2024
Tuesday, May 14th, 2019 -Recently published industrial market information from The Insight Partners* has shown that the automated materials handling equipment market is experiencing huge growth around the globe. Valued at US$ 28.6 billion in 2017, the forecast growth for the world market is estimated to be US$ 51.2 billion by 2025. This astounding increase is […]
How to check that you’ve chosen the right automated solution provider
Wednesday, April 17th, 2019 -You’re in the market for an automated system for your facility and you’ve done your research so you believe the company you’ve selected stands up to scrutiny. Before you sign on the dotted line, however, take a few moments to double-check that you’re making the right decision. Are you sure they are financially viable? […]
Increase productivity by automating pick, pack, sortation and dispatch processes
Tuesday, March 5th, 2019 -Customers are turning to e-commerce more than ever. Statistics show that consumers are favouring instant shopping experiences using mobile devices or voice search. It is estimated that purchases made on smartphones are set to increase to 50 per cent by 2020*. In addition to this, 50 per cent of all searches online will be voice […]
Automated sortation for increased throughput, processing speeds and accuracy
Friday, February 1st, 2019 -The increasing demands of the e-commerce industry are placing an enormous strain on retailers. Supply chains are facing immense pressure to meet delivery demands, with some even requiring same day despatch. In order to meet these ever shorter deadlines, the supply chain has to advance its processes. One proven method for speeding up tasks, such […]
Bespoke automated solutions for your specific materials handling challenges
Thursday, January 3rd, 2019 -No two materials handling challenges are the same. Most companies have specific issues and simply selecting from standard product ranges cannot solve these issues. To further complicate matters, customers do not know what products they need or which supplier they should turn to. It’s really useful, therefore, to find a partner who really understands your […]
Buying British – the benefits of partnering with a UK based materials handling supplier
Monday, December 3rd, 2018 -When choosing a materials handling supplier, there are many economic, social and environmental benefits to partnering with a UK based company. Selecting a materials handling supplier like Axiom GB, a company based in Tamworth, means that you will not only enjoy the benefits of buying British, but you will also be taking advantage of using […]
Axiom GB increases mail order throughput for Out of Eden
Tuesday, November 6th, 2018 -Axiom GB has designed and installed an 18 metre long roller conveyor system alongside 18 packing benches for Out of Eden. Based in Cumbria, Out of Eden is a specialist supplier of hospitality products through mail order deliveries. With a need to increase throughput and efficiencies during the order picking and despatch process, Out of […]
Cost effective strategies for order fulfilment
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2018 -Today there are more individual packages being sorted and shipped than ever before in the history of distribution. Retailers constantly compete to deliver goods to our doorsteps, complete and undamaged, within ever shortening lead-times. Keeping pace with the order fulfilment processes required to facilitate these growing customer demands leads to operational difficulties and rising costs. […]
Five simple solutions to raise warehouse productivity
Monday, September 3rd, 2018 -Maximising the productivity of your warehouse in a cost effective manner requires a thorough analysis of your current situation and a systematic approach to change. It is well worth the effort because a productive and efficient warehouse is also a profitable one with satisfied customers and motivated staff working in comfortable and safe conditions. 1. […]
