Ken Mallinson & Sons Transport: Strengthening Operations with TouchStar Rugged PDA Solutions
09 June 2025
UK-based
rugged mobile computing providers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to
announce that Ken Mallinson Transport, the family-run logistics and haulage
company, will be upgrading their rugged handheld devices within their
purpose-built warehouse operation in Goldthorpe, Rotherham.
KMS Transport
offers a comprehensive range of services, including curtainsider
transportation, flatbed haulage, warehousing, and participation in The Pallet
Network. Their purpose-built warehouse in Goldthorpe, Rotherham, spans over
70,000 sq ft, facilitating efficient connections to and from ports via all
motorway networks. The company also provides a full pick & pack service to
ensure seamless order fulfilment for customers.
The Project
With a
long-standing reputation for dependable warehousing and logistics, Ken
Mallinson Transport were looking to strengthen their fulfilment operations with
rugged, fit-for-purpose mobile devices. Having trialled other devices, the team
were still looking to source a device that would withstand the demands of a
high-volume warehouse environment. Seeking a more reliable and robust solution
that would support the full span of their operation—from goods in and putaway
to picking and despatch—they turned to TouchStar for expert guidance and
support.
TouchStar
worked closely with the team at Ken Mallinson to understand the operational
environment, recommend a suitable specification, and support device testing
prior to rollout. Competitive pricing and responsive localised support were key
to the decision-making process, with the aim of increasing both efficiency and
uptime across the warehouse.
The Solution: Zebra TC22 Rugged PDA for Seamless Efficiency
After a
collaborative trial phase, the Zebra TC22 rugged pda was selected as the device
of choice for the business. Compact and rugged, the TC22 offered the robust
credentials needed to perform in the fast-paced warehouse environment, while
its user-friendly interface and ergonomic form factor made it easy to adopt
across the team.
The new
devices are set to support seamless operations throughout the warehouse by
enabling real-time data capture and minimising operational disruption. With a
reliable solution now in place, Ken Mallinson Transport can move forward
confidently with a system designed to support productivity and future growth.
Harry
Mallinson, Operations Director at Ken Mallinson Transport, comments: “TouchStar understood exactly what we
needed and delivered a reliable, rugged solution that fits seamlessly into our
operation. Their support throughout the process gave us real confidence in both
the technology and the partnership.”
Peter
Marsh, Sales Director for TouchStar, comments: “Ken Mallinson Transport is a
well-respected name in the logistics space, and we’re proud to support their
ongoing investment in technology. Customer support stands front and centre of
what we do here at TouchStar, in the Zebra TC22, we’ve helped deliver a
reliable, rugged solution tailored to their specific needs, and we’re pleased
to have received strong feedback on the value of our support and technical
input throughout the process.”