Coghlan revolutionises warehouse operations
Coghlan, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has revolutionised its warehouse operations by implementing Dematic’s ColbyRACK high-density storage and mezzanine solution. Designed and installed by Colby Storage Solutions distributor, Storage Ideas, the innovative setup has boosted storage capacity, optimised workflows, and cut operational costs, all without requiring a larger facility […]
Federal Budget steady for STEM: Tech Academy awaits next steps
Investments in Australian innovation are a must to help the nation become a key global player in research and development. The Federal Budget picks a welcome winner in green metals, leveraging Australia’s abundant, cheap renewable energy to produce the metals of the future. The green metals industry is a leading […]
Two ransomware incidents highlight how attackers target security blind spots
By Barracuda Networks IT security teams are bombarded daily if not hourly with security alerts and events. They need to cut through the noise to piece together the puzzle of potential threats and anomalous or suspicious activity to decide whether they are looking at legitimate actions or intruders with malicious […]
Internationally patented PHA bioplastics meet world-class sustainable packaging design
A powerful partnership between two award-winning industry leaders – EcoPHA, a biotechnology pioneer in PHA bioplastics, and Terra Sol, a design-driven leader in compostable packaging – is setting a new global standard for sustainable materials. By merging scientific breakthroughs with cutting-edge product design, EcoPHA and Terra Sol are delivering truly […]
First responder scanner in successful aeromedical testing
EMVision (ASX:EMV) has today shared that its First Responder Proof-of-Concept (PoC) device has taken to the skies in successful aeromedical environment testing. A series of volunteer scans with EMVision’s First Responder PoC device have been carried out in remote settings in collaboration with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and […]
New pilot program to strengthen regional manufacturing
The NSW Government is continuing its commitment to rebuild the state’s manufacturing industry with the launch of an $800,000 pilot program aimed at boosting productivity, reducing costs and increasing competitiveness. The Lean Manufacturing Pilot Program will provide small-to-medium-sized manufacturers across regional NSW with funding to undertake audits by professional consultants […]
Allegro Secures U.S. Patent, Cementing Its Global Leadership in Next-Generation Energy Storage
Innovative micro-emulsion electrolyte technology positions Allegro as a frontrunner in the race for long-duration energy storage solution Allegro Energy has been granted a U.S. patent for its cutting-edge micro-emulsion electrolyte technology, further solidifying its position as a global leader in long-duration energy storage. This milestone follows previous patent successes in […]
Tech Council of Australia Announces Chair Transition
Canberra – The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) has announced that Scott Farquhar, Co-Founder and Board Director of Atlassian, will succeed Robyn Denholm as Chair, marking a new chapter for Australia’s peak industry body for technology. Robyn Denholm, who has led the TCA since its inception in 2021, will step […]
Whyalla can be upgraded to green steel and why we need to keep steel production in Australia
Daniel Rossetto, Adjunct, Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Resources, University of Adelaide Financial challenges at the Whyalla steelworks in South Australia have reignited debate about the nation’s steel industry and its future. Australians should have access to quality steel at competitive prices. The domestic steel production industry employs tens of thousands of […]
Hycel research partnership to deliver fuel cells to the aviation industry
Deakin University’s Hycel and AMSL Aero are pleased to announce a research partnership that will help to deliver higher-performing hydrogen fuel cells for aviation applications. This industry-research partnership exemplifies Deakin’s pivotal role in supporting industry innovations that deliver a more sustainable world. Hycel Director Professor Tiffany Walsh said: ‘Hycel’s role is […]
Laugh, cry, or get angry when a time warp “Standard” offers no protection to customers?
Someone call Doc Brown (or perhaps David Webb, pictured) because referencing IEC 439, a Standard that dates back to 1990, is trying to take us back to the future. By David Webb* The film Back to the Future showed how choices today (in 1985) can have a large and long-lasting […]
North West Shelf extension delay another regulatory fail
The Federal Government’s decision to delay its assessment of the North West Shelf extension is a blow to Western Australia’s energy security and another example of how our national environmental laws are failing. Australian Energy Producers Chief Executive Samantha McCulloch said the North West Shelf project has been powering WA […]
Coghlan revolutionises warehouse operations
Coghlan, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has revolutionised its warehouse operations by implementing Dematic’s ColbyRACK high-density storage and mezzanine solution. Designed and installed by Colby Storage Solutions distributor, Storage Ideas, the innovative setup has boosted storage capacity, optimised workflows, and cut operational costs, all without requiring a larger facility footprint. This transformation allows Coghlan to accommodate growing customer demands while maintaining cost efficiency in an increasingly expensive real-estate market. Future-proofing warehouse operations With a growing client base and rising inventory volumes, Coghlan sought a solution to maximise storage efficiency while controlling operational expenses. The company’s previous warehouse layout, a legacy configuration inherited from a prior occupant, had inefficiencies that limited storage capacity and increased handling times. To address these challenges, Coghlan partnered with Storage Ideas to design a high-density system featuring double-deep Dematic ColbyRACK storage and a raised storage mezzanine. The new warehouse configuration features strategically positioned double-deep ColbyRACK racking, reducing the number of aisles and enhancing inbound pallet handling. Bulk storage was placed near dock areas to minimise travel distances for put-away and retrieval. A two-level mezzanine accommodates Coghlan’s rapidly growing e-commerce business by providing dedicated storage for small, hand-picked SKUs. This structure, fitted with pick bays and premium 38mm Unilin flooring, improves operator efficiency by reducing travel distances and enhancing safety. “The new building’s shape, along with double-deep racking and a raised storage area, gives us a structurally superior layout,” says Rolf Kater, CEO at Coghlan. “The greater visibility allows us to spot issues before they escalate, and the shorter travel distances mean we get more work done every day. We have more capacity and better flow than ever before.” Overcoming challenges with local engineering expertise During installation, an unexpected change in fire regulations required modifications to the mezzanine’s sprinkler clearance. Dematic’s local engineering team rapidly redesigned […]