How technology is helping cities sort their waste problem

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Since early January 2025, residents of Birmingham in the UK have been caught in the dispute between the city council and the Unite union over pay, terms and conditions for waste and recycling collectors. The latest attempt at talks broke down in acrimony. At one point during the crisis, there were … Read more

Building the future: Addressing challenges with robotics in plastics manufacturing | Blog

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The plastics industry faces significant challenges in maintaining competitiveness in the market. Some of these challenges can be effectively addressed through the integration of industrial and collaborative robotics. This article explores the main issues and future prospects for operations management in this dynamic sector, focusing on how robotics is reshaping manufacturing processes to meet these … Read more

A tailored GTP order fulfillment system that tripled productivity

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S&S Activewear, a leading distributor of imprintable apparel in North America, has transformed its fulfillment operations using scalable Goods-to-person robotics solution powered by Geekplus. Starting at its flagship distribution center (DC) in Lockport, Illinois, the company has now deployed the system across five sites, achieving significant productivity gains and creating a more ergonomic, efficient work environment.