Messe Düsseldorf will participate in the NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2024 in order to promote its portfolio of international occupational safety and health trade fairs organized around the globe. At booth # 2081, visitor and exhibitor information for A+A 2025, International Trade Fair and Congress for Safety and Health at Work (November 4 –…
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New industry report released found that wearing an exoskeleton can increase productivity by 8 percent. HeroWear, a manufacturer specializing in soft, textile based exoskeletons called exosuits, partnered with an international grocery retailer to collect the research and presented its findings in a new case study now available online. In addition to the productivity increases, additional…
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Hyster Company announces the latest addition to its lineup of forklifts with integrated lithium-ion power, the E80XNL. This 8,000-pound capacity cushion tire electric forklift joins four other Hyster models designed from the ground up around the form factor of a lithium-ion battery pack to offer a more spacious operator compartment and lower center of gravity. For heavy-duty…
Read More >>The flagship journal of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has announced its article-of-the-year winners for 2023. Professional Safety honored seven experts from the occupational safety and health profession who produced exceptional content for the monthly peer-reviewed journal that has been an industry leader for nearly 70 years. Lori Schroth, Eric St. Pierre and…
Read More >>Continuing its commitment to driving efficiency and productivity for the professional, Milwaukee Tool introduces the new MX FUEL™ Portable Battery Extension. Driving improved ergonomics for operators, the Portable Battery Extension allows the operation of any MX FUEL™ equipment while taking the weight of the MX FUEL battery packs out of an operator’s hands. Allowing the…
Read More >>Time is short for workplace safety and health professionals to beat a rate increase for the Safety 2024 Professional Development Conference and Exposition in Denver. The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) offers the regular rate for its signature event only through June 13. Safety 2024 is a dynamic learning and networking experience that highlights best practices,…
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Customized workstations can minimize the risks of repetitive motions, and streamline tasks. This article first appeared on the MHI Ergonomic Assist Systems & Equipment Council blog. The number of manufacturing and assembly operations in the U.S. is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.96%1 between 2024 and 2028. Simultaneously, value added services…
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The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has named Matthew F. Herron its 2024 Safety Professional of the Year. The safety engineer and ergonomics specialist has been an ASSP member for 13 years and has helped advance occupational safety and health in many ways. Herron, M.S., P.E., CSP, CPE, is lead safety engineer for the Mechanical…
Read More >>The collaboration enhances supply chain efficiency and sustainability Cimcorp, a pioneer in robotic handling solutions, has partnered with Spanish supermarket chain Alimerka to automate fresh food distribution processes. By integrating solutions from Cimcorp in its warehousing operations, Alimerka has reduced packaging material usage and enhanced distribution efficiency, making its supply chain more agile and sustainable.…
Read More >>Certification granted for TWEGO Ergonomic Caster Wheel Caster Concepts, a leading manufacturer of industrial heavy-duty casters and wheels, announced that its innovative TWERGO® ergonomic caster wheel has earned the industry’s first Ergonauts ergonomic approval. The Ergonauts approval confirms that TWERGO® heavy-duty industrial casters have been tested and validated to reduce push forces by 55 percent compared…
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• Bishamon
• Gorbel
• Herkules Equipment Corporation
• Nilfisk
• Tennsco
