The Port of New York and New Jersey’s backlog of cargo is beginning to effect the retail industry’s ability to provide products to consumers, according to a letter sent by an retail industry official to the port’s executive leadership. Retail Industry Leaders Association Government Affairs VP Kelly Kolb said other problems at the ports include … Read more
Everyone knows that it is necessary to have fire extinguishers on hand at all workplaces. But do you have the correct type or types of fire extinguishers on hand for the flammable materials you have? No single fire extinguisher work across all types of materials, so having one extinguisher type may not be enough for … Read more
Tired of winter yet? It will soon be over. In the meantime, grab a cup of hot cocoa, turn up up the heat and settle down with this week’s Barhns blog. This week’s stories include: This winter’s icy temperatures and incessant storms aren’t just making life uncomfortable, they are also bad for business. We’ll explain … Read more
When distributing and warehousing products today, there are many options available. While traditional wood or hard plastic pallets provide versatility and the ability to be easily moved with standard materials handling equipment such as forklifts, an increasing number of companies are turning to collapsible bulk containers. Collapsible bulk containers come in a variety of sizes … Read more
