Clay Technology August/September 2008

The August/September issue looks at logistics. Related features focus on modern transport solutions and a cost-effective method to deliver small consignments of palletised freights.

News examines a Dynamic photometric stereo system for online inspection of textured ceramic tiles.

News

Inspecting textured tiles

Researchers at the University of the West of England, in Bristol, UK, have developed an online dynamic photometric stereo system for 3D inspection of fast moving, difficult to analyse surfaces, such as glazed or textured ceramic tiles.

Clay Technology, 14 Aug 2008

Features

Leaders of the pack

Renata Jones from construction packaging specialists M.J. Maillis UK Ltd discusses the Pall-Ex network, a cost-effective method for delivering small consignments of palletised freights.

Clay Technology, 14 Aug 2008

Logistics, legislation and learning

Ralph Ritchey, Logistics Learning Coordinator for Stoke on Trent College, UK, reviews the impact of legislation on the logistics and transport sector in the Midlands.

Clay Technology, 14 Aug 2008

Logical delivery

As the construction industry has developed, the delivery of building materials has evolved. Specialised mechanical offload vehicles are now able to distribute goods to an array of site locations. Paul Dolan, General Manager for Wincanton looks at tackling the problem of site accessibility and the need to reduce price per unit.

Clay Technology, 14 Aug 2008

In fighting spirit – Alan Baxter on his new role as Chairman of the Brick Development Association

Alan Baxter, Chairman of the UK's Brick Development Association, discusses his 50 years in the industry.

Clay Technology, 14 Aug 2008