Archive for May 2018
Avoid OSHA Violations with the New & Improved Bench Grinder Safety Gauge from Rockford Systems
OSHA 29 CFR SubPart O 1910.215 for bench grinders is one of the most frequently cited machine-safety standards for violations during OSHA inspections and one of the most dangerous to ignore. OSHA 1910.215 is a “machine specific” (vertical) regulation with a number of requirements, which if left unchecked, are often cited by OSHA as violations.…
Read MoreModular Cleanlabs
Modular Clean Labs feature a modular construction design that is cost effective and time efficient compared to traditional construction. An entire laboratory workspace is pre-engineered including the structure and the lab furniture/fume hoods to outfit the interior. Modular Clean Labs’ wall panels have a white fiberglass surface for chemical resistance and excellent light reflectivity. Because…
Read MoreRockford Systems to Announce Partnership with Unitrol Electronics at Safety 2018 Exposition
Rockford Systems, LLC, a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, demonstrated a range of machine safety solutions at the Safety 2018 Professional Development Conference and Exposition. The company exhibited in booth #2601 at Safety 2018, from Sunday, June 3 to Tuesday, June 5 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio,…
Read MoreKION North America Implements 1.0-Megawatt Solar Energy System
KION North America celebrated the completion of their new 1.0-megawatt solar energy system at an open house event on May 24. The system will harness the power of the sun to power its Summerville manufacturing facility, while also generating revenue for the company. “Sustainability is a clear trend in the material handling industry – we…
Read MoreAdvanced Lift’s Four (4) Choices for Mezzanine Access: A White Paper
Once the decision has been made to expand useable floor space by installing a mezzanine, the next decision is how to access that floor space in an efficient, economical and safe manner. Four (4) alternatives that should be considered are as follows: Rider Scissors Lifts: a) Advantages: This solution allows material handling personnel to ride…
Read MoreAdvance Lifts Celebrates Their 40th Anniversary
Advance Lifts was founded in 1974 with the purpose of designing and manufacturing the world’s finest loading dock scissors lifts. Over forty years, it has expanded into five major product groups with over 1500 standard products. The major groups are Dock Lifts with the widest selection of models in the industry, Production Tools which include…
Read MoreKION GROUP AG Change of Personnel Hasan Dandashly to be the new President & CEO of Dematic
KION GROUP AG has appointed Hasan Dandashly (57) as the new President & CEO of Dematic, starting May 21, 2018. He succeeds John Baysore, who has decided to retire from his active role at Dematic to serve the company as an Advisor, ensuring full continuity in Dematic’s customer relations. Hasan Dandashly joins Dematic from General…
Read MoreBlack Stallion® Introduces Lightweight Welding Jacket with FR Cotton Stretch Knit Back Panel for Comfort and Breathability
Staying cool, comfortable and protected while welding is now easier with the new Stretch-Back FR Cotton Welding Jacket (JF1625-NG) from Black Stallion®. The lightweight Stretch-Back welding jacket offers all the protection of a Black Stallion standard welding jacket, with the added comfort of a flame-resistant cotton stretch knit back panel. The looped knit yarns of…
Read MoreOmtec Adds Traction Coating to its PBT-1™ Transfer Worksurface Products
Maker of ergonomic conveyor accessories adds new layer of handling protection Materials handling systems manufacturer Omtec® Corporation recently expanded its line of ergonomic workstation and conveyor accessories to include LINE-X® coated worksurfaces. The Marlboro-based company added the protective surface option after a trial launch for select applications last year generated significant interest among distributors…
Read More“Safety & Material Handling Buying Intentions Study 2018,” Part One: General Overview
The Workplace Material Handling & Safety team approached Market Research Support Consultants, LLC, to conduct a study to understand the current and expected usage of various products and services used for safety and material handling. MRSC, LLC, was commissioned to conduct the Buying Intentions Study in order to provide detailed information on these aspects. The…
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