Sustainability

FFRA’s California film recycling pilots run through Nov. 30 to track warehouse wrap recovery

FFRA launched two California pilots using Rack n’ Pack systems to test commercial film collection via 1-800-GOT-JUNK? routes and Shorr Packaging’s warehouse

Charging Forward: The Electric Revolution in Logistics and Warehousing

A pivotal shift towards sustainability and efficiency is underway, championed by thought leaders and innovators across the industry. Central to this transformation is the adoption of electric technology, particularly lithium battery-powered equipment, signaling a departure from traditional lead-acid batteries and internal combustion engines. As Cullen Wurzer, Director of Dealer Development at Big Joe Forklifts shares,…

Heidenhain’s Leap into Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Gisbert Ledvon, VP of Marketing at Heidenhain, recently joined Brandon Pfluger on Getting Smart to talk about the many applications that motion control technologies are helping to push industries into new heights. Revolutionizing Industries: Heidenhain’s Leap into Advanced Manufacturing Technology In an era where technological advancements redefine industries, Heidenhain stands as a beacon of innovation….

Spatial Computing and Wi-Fi Sensing Signal Major Advancements in Connected Living by 2030

Spatial computing, Wi-FI, and other technology advancements are bringing the promise of connected living to new and exciting possibilities. Smart cities are becoming a reality in urban development, driven by technologies like 5G, AI, IoT, and blockchain. These advancements promise to transform urban living into greener, more efficient, and inclusive spaces, addressing challenges like…

The Future of Construction: Unpacking Modular Building

In a recent Getting Smart episode, Jim Dunn, President and Founder of Stack Modular, lent his insights into the evolving landscape of the modular construction industry. Here, we’ll dive deeper into the key takeaways from the conversation, offering a comprehensive look into the world of modular building and how it’s poised to disrupt the traditional…

IT and Data Center Management Best Practices: From the Perspective of an Expert

There used to be a time when all of a company’s data centers were within the same building, always in a room chock full of different devices with heat emanating from within. It was usually very expensive and complex, and often included a host of complications and safety hazards. With the advent of technology,…

Tackling Plastic Waste: Empowering Consumers for Change

Plastic pollution poses a global problem, impacting waterways, environments, and oceans worldwide. Presco recognizes the importance of recycling industrial plastic scrap, known as regrind, to reduce waste. However, consumer preferences and regulations like California Proposition 65 limit the market for regrind, pushing manufacturers towards virgin plastics

Putting IoT to Work For U.S. Sustainability Goals

The Biden Administration has led a charge on establishing ambitious environmental goals for the future, whether that’s EV infrastructure investments or plans to transition half the energy grid to solar power. These high profile commitments from the administration have put a spotlight on our country’s sustainability efforts as a whole, which still lags behind other…

Is Cryptocurrency and Its Tech Infrastructure Ready for a Revolution?

On There’s More to IT, host Jason Claybrook and guests will explore some foundational questions about the technology that’s driving us all forward. Why do we build the stuff we build? What’s behind the scenes? Where are we falling short or putting revenue first? The days of post-trade show drinks and conversation are far from over….

Adapting to a Mobile-First Strategy

On this episode of The Suite Spot, Teknion Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer John Comacchio joined hosts Carlos Vargas, Howard Holton and Paul Lewis to talk about how his organization remained agile in the face of COVID-19 pressures and is moving forward during the period of reopening and into a new normal. Teknion is a company that partners…

MarketScale Industrial IoT 12/12/18: Save the People, Save the Bees

Today’s episode is all about “salvation:” saving industries, saving lives. This is the kind of salvation IoT is capable of, and what innovators are looking to accomplish. Hear from Manish Agarwal, co-founder of Axelta Systems, who talks about how the IoT industry abroad, specifically in India, saved itself from the doom of weary customers…

Listen: Lighting Done Smarter, Not Harder with Greg Myers of Sensus

As going green and conserving energy has become not only a more widespread social push as well as financially viable,, companies are looking for new and efficient ways to automate and advance utilities at the next level. The possibilities are practically endless at a city level, and joining us to talk about applications from…