Harland Simon has completed another Gannett upgrade, replacing the roll handling System at the Courier Journal in Louisville, Kentucky.

The Metso automatic storage and retrieval system has been replaced, the new system allowing for maintenance of an inventory of rolls within the warehouse, storage bins and roll preparation areas.

The project involved replacing application software servers with an HS system, while retaining the conveyor and movable retriever vehicle in the roll storage aisles, which can be upgraded at a later date. The system interfaces with EAE press controls and KBA reelstands as well as Abitrol for stock and billing control and other peripherals including scales and barcode readers.