Thanks to near-universal WiFi, faster processing speeds, and exponential growth in data storage, many companies no longer require some employees to commute to a centralized office. For businesses, the benefits include less need for costly office space, the ability to attract premium job candidates outside of the business’s geographic region, and real-time online supervision of … Read more
What in the world did we do before stretch wrap? It’s now one of the most commonly used methods of pallet wrapping. Stretch wrap isn’t just effective. It’s also relatively cheap, easy to use, and convenient. And it can be either low-tech or high-tech: In small operations, it can be slid onto a broom handle … Read more
As Amazon moves closer to its vision of having pilotless aerial drones drop packages on its customer’s doorsteps, the US military is considering using the devices to resupply troops in the field. Drones have been used for more than a decade to spy on enemies and even drop bombs in targeted locations But now the US … Read more
Keeping employees happy is the best way to keep your workforce productive and your business profitable. When employees are unhappy with their jobs, disappointed with management, and hostile towards their employer can open the door for collective bargaining. Sometimes investing in things like new employee lockers is all it takes to show your workers you … Read more
Falls killed 350 construction workers in 2015, making it the leading cause of death in the construction industry. More than one out of every three fatal falls were from heights of 15 feet or less. And one in four deadly falls were from ladders. These are just some of the statistics to be highlighted during … Read more
There is more than just one type of trash can. In fact, there are dozens, each of which serves a unique purpose. In any workplace, there are likely to be a wide variety of waste receptacles, including large, durable hard plastic garbage cans for collecting industrial waste to compact, utilitarian garbage cans that are small … Read more
If you want to get more done during your workday, it’s important that you keep less clutter in and around your workstation. Clutter kills productivity. Not only does it make it more difficult to find the important documents that you need, but it also serves as a constant distraction that keeps you from staying focused … Read more
For many people, working on their own cars or trucks isn’t just a way to save money, it’s also fun. But anytime you work with heavy, mechanical objects, safety needs to be a top priority. There are a lot of things that can go wrong. The last thing you want is to ruin an enjoyable … Read more
This Friday, April 28th, is Worker’s Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for workers who have died while on the job. But it’s also a day to highlight workplace safety in order to avoid further unnecessary workplace deaths. While Worker’s Memorial Day doesn’t typically get as much attention as the regular Memorial Day — which … Read more
Strapping is widely used for securing bundles, loads, and products for safe and efficient shipment. But the term strapping actually encompasses a lot of different types including poly strapping, woven cord strapping, and even steel strapping. The type of strapping you need will depend on the type of load you are shipping. For example, bundles … Read more
