From the Blog
Sustainability Isn’t a Passing Phase: It’s a Benefit to All
6/3/2013We hear the term ‘sustainability’ used throughout many disciplines. Westfalia takes sustainability to heart and is making strides to incorporate sustainability initiatives into warehouses and distribution centers.
View PostAutomation in Materials Handling; the Next Big Thing
5/6/2013By streamlining materials handling and logistics through automation, many steps can be taken out of the overall process, and companies can save upwards of 25-35%. It means faster, better business utilizing the latest technology innovations (the key to moving manufacturing forward), and is being widely recognized by the industry as the trend that’s here to stay.
View PostHow Green is your Warehouse?
4/18/2013The trend to “green” our nation’s warehouses is driving warehouse operations to be more efficient, often through the use of automation.
View PostQ&A with Wirtz Beverage Illinois
3/28/2013A Q&A session with Richard (Rocky) Ruane, Director of Warehouse Operation at Wirtz Beverage Illinois.
View PostWestfalia Understands the Importance of the Food Safety Modernization Act – and Traceability
3/21/2013Food safety is an issue that affects all Americans and should be considered an important step in the food processing industry. Not only are people in danger of illness or death, but a contaminated food product also leads to losses that no company should be willing to sacrifice: reputation and market value.
Common Misconceptions of Using Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems
3/5/2013By automating your warehouse system you are actually saving money by reducing your labor and product damage cost. Because these systems run with one click of a button, they significantly reduce the number of physical hands that need to touch the products, which in turn prevents the amount of human accidents. Using our high density storage units will help cut costs as well. These units utilize up to 40% less space. In refrigerated systems this can help lower cost 30-40%.
Social media hits Westfalia
2/18/2013For over 35 years, Westfalia has been committed to the success of our customers, being an active partner in every stage of their warehouse automation projects with listening and conversation being key ingredients in the equation. For Westfalia, social media will now play a major role in Westfalia’s success formula for our customers.
Is AS/RS right for you?
2/13/2013Automated warehousing is one of the only remaining areas that can significantly reduce long-term costs. Purchasing low-cost, low-quality warehouse automation machinery is often more expensive than staying with a manual system. There are a few simple rules to investing in warehouse automation…
Westfalia: Creating Solutions from Innovative Designs
2/11/2013Welcome to Westfalia! After making our U.S. debut in 1992, we aim to be your go-to for automated storage solutions for both conventional and new build warehouses. Throughout the past 20 years, our company has evolved immensely in regards to our products, services and advancement in technology. We strive daily to improve and enhance the qualities that set us apart from our competitors.
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