On October 22, supply chain and warehousing professionals from across Texas will converge in Grapevine for the 23rd annual WERCouncil Texas Warehousing Resource Conference. This is the place to be if you want to stay ahead of the curve.

With a sharp focus on the latest industry trends and innovations, this conference will equip you with the insights you need to thrive in an evolving landscape. Whether you’re seeking cutting-edge strategies or new connections, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

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Pick modules are commonly used in distribution operations when companies need to build high-density, high-throughput order fulfillment operations. This typically involves a multi-level platform system integrated with vertical storage options to move finished orders on and off platform levels toward other warehouse destinations.

One overlooked aspect is the addition or removal of empty cartons to picking positions. What are your options?

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For decades, manufacturers have optimized inventory using the concept of just-in-time inventory. This concept allows companies only keep enough stock on hand to meet immediate production needs or customer demand. The goal is to minimize holding costs and reduce waste by receiving goods only as they are needed in the production process.

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In this month’s employee spotlight, we interview Eric Dodd, Assistant Director of Field Services. He talks about challenges our service group faces, why training matters, and his favorite Houston sports moment.

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In the cold and frozen food sector, tremendous growth combined with a serious shortage of capacity is severely constraining companies today. “The frozen food market is currently experiencing remarkable growth, with its global value soaring to $265 billion. In the U.S. alone, new frozen food sales have impressively surpassed the $72 billion mark,” states Rick Kingery in the Colliers’ article “Capitalizing on the $265 Billion Frozen Food Market: Cold Storage’s Crucial Role.”

Adding to the challenge, “We estimate the U.S. will need up to 100-million-square-feet of additional cold storage space in the coming years,” states Marty Khait in an article posted on the Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Magazine website, “The Cold Reality: Why America’s Cold Storage Capacity is Running Low.”

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After 23 years, 5 months, and 15 days of extraordinary service, Steven Randell ‘Randy’ Williams is retiring from Cisco-Eagle. He has been a guiding force for us during his entire tenure, providing guidance on all things financial, ESOP and in most every way.

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You’ve seen the statistics about labor shortages over the last few years. The reality for recruiters on the ground is more obvious: there have been plenty of no-shows for job interviews (or for the first day of work). Candidates ghost companies throughout the process. You may have to take down a job posting only to put it right back up when someone quits. Particularly for the roles warehousing and manufacturing companies need to hire, the difficulties are real – and only growing.

So how do you attract and keep the right candidates for your company?

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This month we’re highlighting the insurance perspective of safety, robotics and AI; the importance of well-thought-out storage systems for aerosols; and whether our domestic manufacturing boom is here to stay. We also touch briefly on what the coming months look like for freight rates and industrial construction.

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Your pallet flow system produces a smooth, orderly process first-in, first out product flow. To ensure it performs, regular inspections and timely repairs are essential. Although pallet flow systems typically require minimal maintenance, proper employee training and consistent checks can help avoid misuse and prolong the life of your equipment. Pallet flow systems are built to flow heavy pallets from infeed to picking, using brakes and dampeners. Over time, these components must be inspected, maintained or even replaced for optimum, safe performance.

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Most every automated warehouse system utilizes programmable logic controls control systems that interface between hardware and other software. PLCs easily integrate with other control systems – Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), WMS, WCS and enterprise resource planning software for better monitoring, data collection and overall system management. They provide robust, local and flexible programming that can evolve as needs change.

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