It is not unusual for warehouse managers finding themselves in the need to buy replacement equipment for their warehouse. Equipment can breakdown overtime due to wear and tear and many become obsolete. The obvious action is to buy new equipment to replace the worn out or antiquated ones. However, there are options. For example, you … Read more
The most important, if not one of the most important jobs of a warehouse manager or human resources director is to hire forklift drivers. It is essential that people with the proper skills and appropriate experience is considered and ultimately selected for the job. The process of finding a competent forklift driver involves three elements … Read more
Pallets are a necessity for the proper operation of a warehouse. So it is paramount that these tools are protected from damage. Various forms of pallet racks achieve this. Racks are usually columns that are structurally supported by beams and include multiple levels of shelves and a wire mesh deck that supports the pallets that … Read more
In previous articles I have discussed the different elements of a loading dock design including safety, apron space, truck bays, and the various styles of docks and dock approaches. In this article I will discuss dock height and door sizes. It should be obvious that proper dock height is an essential part of a well-designed … Read more
Boart Longyear, world’s biggest provider of drilling equipment and services, had been hit hard by the recent global slowdown in mining. The company — which is based in Utah but whose stock is traded on the Australian exchange — has been teetering on the brink due to mining companies slashing their exploration spending due to … Read more
For the 15th consecutive month, the manufacturing sector showed expansion and the overall US economy grew for the 63rd consecutive month, providing further evidence that the country’s economic recovery is continuing, according to a report issued this month by Institute for Supply Management. According to the ISM’s monthly “Report on Business”, the August PMI registered 59 … Read more
Stepladders are commonly found in practically any work environment. They provide a handy, efficient way to reach elevated work areas quickly and conveniently. But they also are potentially dangerous and can result in injury and even death if used incorrectly. Training workers to follow good safety practices while using stepladders is the easiest way … Read more
While many manufacturing and warehouse operations still rely on forklifts for moving materials from Point A to Point B, a growing number of companies are turning to tugger and cart systems for more efficiency and cost savings. Tuggers and carts are like miniature trains that don’t run on rails. A series of carts can be … Read more
A pallet inverter can be a rather expensive piece of equipment, but it can be an incredibly helpful piece of equipment as well. These big machines are hard workers, and can be used in a surprising number of ways, for industries that may surprise you. Is a pallet inverter right for you and your business? … Read more
Fatigue, stress and injury are the enemy of any efficient and profitable operation. When these increase, the result is often lost productivity and increased employee turnover, both of which affect the bottom line. That’s why many manufacturing and warehousing management teams are now looking to improved ergonomics to relieve stress and increase comfort for workers. … Read more
