Archive for October 2020
TVH Americas Promotes Loren Hochhalter to Senior Business Development Manager, Industrial Parts
TVH in the Americas (TVH), a leading provider of quality replacement parts and accessories for the material handling and industrial equipment industries, is proud to announce that Loren Hochhalter has been promoted to senior business development manager, industrial parts, for the Americas. In his new position, Loren will continue working to promote the growth and…
Read MorePackaging of Variable Books and e-Commerce Products
VARO’s packaging machine is ideal for online distribution or e-commerce businesses that need to pack and ship small, flat items of variable sizes in corrugated cardboard. The corrugated cardboard is folded and glued around the product so the product inside the package is fixed and will not be damaged during transportation. The VARO packaging machine…
Read MoreVARO Pallet Unwrapping Unit for Warehouses
VARO’s fully automatic unwrapping unit is a revolutionary new technology, which accurately and efficiently cuts and removes the stretch wrap, even from unregular shaped shipping pallets. It could be the perfect choice for any warehouse that receives and unpacks a large number of pallets each day. The VARO unwrapping unit pays off: Self-operating: no operator…
Read MoreVARO’s Unique Unwrapping System: Patent Pending
VARO’s fully automatic unwrapping system can accurately and efficiently remove the stretch film that is wrapped around products on pallets. The unwrapping system removes the stretch film on the sides and top of the pallet. Moreover, strapping bands can be cut and removed together with the stretch film. The pallet top can be removed from…
Read MoreLightweight Kneeling Pads and Compression Sleeves Join Ergodyne’s ProFlex Line
Ergodyne announced an extension to its ProFlex® line with the addition of Lightweight Kneeling Pads and Joint Compression Sleeves. The new kneeling pads deliver comfort, support and portability in a pad that is reportedly lighter weight and half the thickness of Ergodyne’s popular original models. Made of a liquid-resistant and high-density NBR foam rubber, the pads also feature beveled edges and a…
Read MorePath Pro Announces Wheel Guards
Path Pro® announced Wheel Guards, an innovative new product created to add safety and efficiency to repair, maintenance, and manufacturing operations. Path Pro clears the wheel’s path of cords and other obstructions cutting production delays, annoyances and hazards all while keeping employee’s feet safe from accidental roll overs. Available to fit most common wheel and…
Read MoreThe Crosby Group Confirms Support for AQUAA Act to Advance American Aquaculture
The Crosby Group, the global leader in lifting, rigging and material handling hardware, is proud to support the Advancing the Quality and Understanding of America Aquaculture (AQUAA) Act of 2020 recently introduced by U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, and Marco Rubio, R-Fla. The Act proposes a balanced framework for the development of…
Read MoreErgodyne Launches Industry’s First Indoor/Outdoor Spikeless Traction Device
Ergodyne announced TREX® Spikeless Traction Devices, the industry’s only true indoor/outdoor traction device. To achieve traction without spikes, the treads are constructed with a Michelin®ice control compound inspired by X-Ice® Winter Tires. This innovative spikeless technology reportedly allows for sure-footed stability on water, ice and snow, and could enable workers to leave their traction on without scratching…
Read MoreTop 10 Most Frequently Penalized OSHA Standards for 2019
Eye and Face Protection Regulation 29 CFR 1926.102 Enforcement from October 2018-September 2019 Total citations: 1,698 Total inspections: 1,691 Total proposed penalties: $4,372,282 Most Frequently Violated OSHA Standard Ranking–Number 10 Industries most often violating eye and face protection requirements: Specialty Trade Contractors $4,099,758 Construction of Buildings $216,923 Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods $12,472 Administrative and Support…
Read MoreBattery Manufacturing Meets the Digital Enterprise
By Melanie Spare, Contributor One of the most important components—and the key technology for electro-mobility—is the battery. Battery technology and costs are decisive factors pushing development. When setting up battery production for electric vehicles, for example, a high level of automation is necessary. Developments in battery technologies have increased greatly over the past couple of…
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