Safety

Yale Expands Availability of Forklift Operator Assist Solution at MODEX

March 13, 2024

Technology designed to support warehouse safety initiatives now available on 59 Yale forklift models Yale Lift Truck Technologies announces the availability of its Yale Reliant™ forklift operator assist solution on an additional 16 Yale®models. The new entrants to the Yale Reliant lineup are predominantly warehouse lift trucks and expand the technology’s availability to a total of 59 models covering…

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How Machine Guarding Solutions Can Improve Workplace Safety

March 4, 2024

Physical barriers are just one aspect of an effective machine guarding solution. Contributed by: Axelent No matter what industry you work in, workplace safety should be a top priority for both employers and employees. Maintaining a secure working environment is essential. It protects the well-being of workers and improves their overall productivity. One aspect of…

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Transforming Your Workspace: A Guide to Creating a Visual Workplace

March 3, 2024

An emphasis on workplace safety, signs and labels, floor marking and wayfinding contributes to efficiency and the overall well-being of employees. By: Kevin Fipps, Contributor In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environments, optimizing productivity, safety and efficiency is crucial. One powerful strategy that has gained traction across industries is the concept of creating a visual…

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Cobot Safety: Risk Assessments are Critical

March 3, 2024

When installing a collaborative cell, safety risks in any possible scenario must be evaluated, including power outages and all types of human interaction. By: Kristian Hulgard, Contributor Collaborative automation — a term that encompasses collaborative robot (‘cobot’) and lightweight industrial robot arms and peripherals such as grippers — is unique in the world of industrial…

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Staying Ahead of Forklift Accidents

March 3, 2024

Taking time to review these safety essentials can prevent accidents. By: Gavin Hale, Contributor It’s important to stay vigilant about safety on and off the warehouse floor. It can be easy for material handling equipment operators to let safety precautions fall by the wayside when workload demand picks up, but even the simplest precautions can…

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Identifying And Preventing the Causes of Conveyor Fires

March 3, 2024

Clean conveyor systems, ongoing maintenance, good fire-fighting capabilities and awareness of hazards can prevent conveyor fires. By: Dan Marshall and R. Todd Swinderman, Contributors Bulk handling facilities with extensive conveyor networks are at particular risk of large-scale fire events. The size and speed of modern conveyors can spread fires over great distances in a very…

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Safety Features Within VRCs

March 3, 2024

Vertical reciprocating conveyors offer one of the safest methods for moving goods and materials between levels. This article first appeared in an MHI blog.[1] The priority of any material handling operation in a manufacturing facility is safety. Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors (VRCs) are commonly used to move materials between different levels, but they are also widely…

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ABB Identifies New Frontiers for Robotics and AI in 2024

March 1, 2024

Marc Segura, President ABB Robotics Division, identifies three drivers for robotics-driven AI solutions in 2024, as ABB continues expansion into new segments not previously served by robotic automation. 1 – AI will drive new levels of autonomy in robotic applications Accelerating progress in AI is redefining what is possible with industrial robotics. AI is enhancing…

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Reliance Label Solutions Launches Chemical Labeling Assessment

February 27, 2024

Confidential and complimentary, new GHS L.A.B.E.L. Profile helps companies labeling hazardous chemicals follow compliance best practices. Reliance Label Solutions, which specializes in manufacturing hazardous container labels for the petroleum, chemical and environmental industries, has introduced a new program designed to help companies hone and streamline their chemicals labeling operations. Called the GHS L.A.B.E.L. Profile –…

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LEEA Sets Date for #GLAD2024, Updates Logo

February 12, 2024

The fifth Global Lifting Awareness Day — #GLAD2024 — will take place on Thursday July 18, represented by a new logo. Powered by the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) and supporting organisations, it is now a widely celebrated day where manufacturers, suppliers, and end users are among those that share material that promotes safe and…

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