Many companies are responding to the increasing cost of real estate by building warehouses that are taller rather than wider. And makers of lift trucks and other industrial equipment are responding by offering more electrical powered vehicles that are designed for high-density facilities that feature narrow aisles. Why electric? Because unlike machines powered by internal … Read more
Here is a special sneak preview of some of the stories you will find coming up soon on the Bahrns blog: When winter storms hit it can be devastating for a business’s productivity and operations, but it doesn’t have to be that way.. We answer frequently asked questions about warehouse dock equipment to … Read more
As we head into the heart of the winter, it’s only a matter of time before your business is hit with a massive snowstorm. When winter drops several inches of snow onto streets, sidewalks and worker areas, it can be devastating for a business’s productivity and operations. But it doesn’t have to be. Having a … Read more
When looking at a profit and loss statement, there’s never an entry for how satisfied employees are working for your business. Yet it has a direct effect on every aspect of your operation, from productivity to customer service, from innovation to turnover. Keeping workers happy is something that needs to be among the top priorities … Read more
Warehouses are more commonly found in suburban or rural areas because they can be so massive and they attract an overabundance of giant trucks. However, Amazon has another idea. Focusing more on delivering orders within hours instead of days, Amazon has put a warehouse in the middle of downtown New York City right across the … Read more
Fifty years ago, nearly all pallets were made out of wood. Then came plastic pallets, which offered more flexibility and durability. Today, foam pallets are beginning to displace both wood and plastic pallets as the pallet of choice among warehousing and manufacturing operations worldwide. The reason why has to do with the many benefits of … Read more
Here is a special sneak preview of some of the stories you will find coming up soon on the Bahrns blog: Foam pallets are quickly replacing wood and plastic pallets as the go-to option for a variety of industries. The reasons why may surprise you … Amazon has put a warehouse in the middle of … Read more
The Dollar Tree discount store chain has agreed to adhere to a strict set of rules and pay more $825,000 in fines after a federal agency found multiple safety violations at its stores, including blocked emergency exits, obstructed access to exit routes and electrical equipment, and improper material storage. The US Occupational Safety and Health … Read more
After a two-year study, a blue ribbon committee commissioned by Amtrak finally has issued its plan for relieving rail gridlock in the Chicago region. Thanks to its location at the geographic heart of the nation, Chicago has always been a transportation center. But the amount of rail traffic flowing through the area has increased, slowing … Read more
Here is a special sneak preview of some of the stories coming soon on the Bahrns blog: One severe snowstorm is all it could take to cripple Chicago’s railroad system, according to a new report. We’ll tell you what a blue ribbon commission says needs to be done — and fast — to update the … Read more
