Philips Lighting DC Tour


When: Wednesday April 9, 2003

Location: Mandarin Restaurant
7660 Woodbine Avenue, Markham
South of 407, on the West side.

Reception: 5:00 PM
Dinner: 6:00 PM Sharp
Cost: Members: $40 Non-Members: $55

Our season continues with a tour of the Philips Lighting Distribution Centre located in Markham. The DC is 130,000 square feet in size and distributes lighting products to all its customers across Canada. The facility has a 28 foot clear ceiling and utilizes a VNA racking system for product storage. This three shift operation is run by a customized warehouse management system with the use of bar code and RF scanning technology.

Our host for the evening is Mr. Mike Swan, Warehouse Manager. The facility is located at 281 Hillmount Road. Please note that space is limited for this tour, so please register early to ensure your attendance for this event.

Click here to download the Registration form.


If you are not a current MHMS member and would like to become one contact us at info@mhmsontario.com and we will send you a membership registration form.