As supply chains become increasingly digital, automated and data-driven, Interroll will highlight its latest intralogistics innovations at this year’s SAPICS Conference and Exhibition in Cape Town.
As a long-standing member of SAPICS, Interroll South Africa will once again participate in the SAPICS Conference and Exhibition, taking place in Cape Town from 19 to 22 July 2026. The event remains Africa’s leading gathering of supply chain, logistics and operations professionals, bringing together industry leaders to explore the trends, technologies and strategies shaping the future of supply chain management.
This year’s conference comes at a time when organisations across industries are seeking new ways to build more resilient, agile and efficient supply chains. Growing e-commerce volumes, increasing customer expectations, labour constraints and the rapid adoption of digital technologies are accelerating investment in automation and intelligent material handling solutions.
For Interroll, the event provides an important opportunity to engage with customers, partners and industry stakeholders while discussing innovations designed to address these evolving challenges. “SAPICS has long played a vital role in advancing supply chain excellence across Southern Africa,” comments Gavin Hall, Managing Director of Interroll South Africa.
“As a member organisation, we value the opportunity to contribute to industry conversations, share knowledge and engage directly with the professionals who are shaping the future of logistics and supply chain management on the continent,” he adds.
Addressing the demands of modern logistics
One of the key themes driving logistics investment globally is the continued growth of e-commerce and parcel delivery operations. As fulfilment networks become more complex and customer expectations continue to rise, operators require systems capable of handling higher volumes while maintaining flexibility and operational efficiency.
At SAPICS 2026, the spotlight will fall on Interroll’s recently launched Modular ChainBelt Sorter (MC-S). This is a new addition to the company’s sorting portfolio designed specifically for courier, express and parcel (CEP), e-commerce and distribution applications that Interroll experts will be on hand to discuss.
Developed to address the growing need for scalable, mid-range (between 3 000 and 8 000 items per hour) sorting solutions, the MC-S combines high throughput with modular design, enabling operators to adapt systems as requirements evolve.
The platform is available in widths of 500 mm, 700 mm, 900 mm and 1 100 mm. It can handle a wide variety of package types, including cartons, parcels and polybags, while providing the flexibility required in modern fulfilment environments. The modular architecture enables customers to start with an appropriately sized installation and expand capacity over time without major structural modifications.
“The logistics sector is increasingly defined by variability,” notes Hall. “Customers need solutions that can adapt to changing volumes, shifting consumer expectations and evolving operational requirements.” The MC-S has been developed with exactly these challenges in mind, providing a scalable and future-ready platform for modern logistics operations.
Intelligent control for smarter operations
Interroll will also highlight MCP PLAY, the latest evolution of its Modular Conveyor Platform (MCP), which introduces advanced control capabilities, simplified commissioning and enhanced connectivity.
Designed to support Industry 4.0 environments, MCP PLAY enables conveyor systems to be deployed in less time while providing greater operational visibility and control. The platform supports seamless integration with higher-level warehouse management and enterprise systems, helping operators improve responsiveness, efficiency and system performance.
As supply chains become increasingly data-driven, technologies such as MCP PLAY are playing an important role in helping organisations optimise throughput, reduce downtime and improve decision-making through real-time operational insights.
Supporting supply chain excellence
The SAPICS Conference has established a reputation as one of the most important knowledge-sharing and networking events on the African supply chain calendar. This year’s programme includes a strong focus on digital transformation, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, reflecting the challenges and opportunities facing supply chain professionals today.
For Interroll, participation extends beyond product demonstrations. “Events such as SAPICS are essential because they bring together the people, ideas and technologies that drive our industry forward,” highlights Hall. “We invite delegates to visit our stand to learn more about our latest developments and discuss how Interroll’s platform-based solutions can help create more efficient, resilient and future-ready logistics operations.”
Visitors to the Interroll stand will have the opportunity to learn more about the company’s sorting technologies, Modular Conveyor Platform (MCP), MCP PLAY control environment and High-Performance Portfolio (HPP), as well as engage with Interroll specialists on the latest trends shaping the material handling and intralogistics sectors.
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Interroll's MCP PLAY supports Industry 4.0 environments
Interroll South Africa is participating in the SAPICS Conference and Exhibition in Cape Town from 19 to 22 July 2026
Gavin Hall, Managing Director of Interroll South Africa - Interroll introduces next-generation sorting and control solutions at SAPICS 2026_Approved
Interroll introduces next-generation sorting and control solutions at SAPICS 2026_Approved
