Stay proactive, stay informed and prioritize safety in every step of the procurement process. By: Scott Francis, Contributor Construction, utility, police, emergency medical services, firefighters and other workers are routinely exposed to the hazards of low visibility — such as motor vehicles and heavy equipment — while on the job. High visibility fabrics meet specific requirements on…
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Take a holistic approach to safety with your AGVs and AMRs. Contributor: MHI’s Mobile Automation Group (MAG) Ask anyone considering mobile automation in the warehouse what their biggest concerns are, and they’ll likely mention safety as one of those concerns. Buyers are concerned about automated guided vehicles (AGVs) or autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) colliding with people, lift…
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Solutions are available to keep workers safe and make products more accessible. By: Maureen Paraventi Industrial netting can be a reliable, cost effective way to keep people safe and inventory undamaged. It is a fixture in many warehouses, distribution centers and other facility types. Although netting seems relatively simple – especially in a landscape that may…
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Loading dock traffic and vehicle types impact loading design layout and equipment needs. Contributor: Rite-Hite Although choosing the right loading dock equipment for your operations is critical to operational efficiencies, the foundation for safety and productivity is laid when designing the loading dock and yard. Understanding and planning for the unique requirements and needs of your…
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How to prevent falling objects and falls from elevated areas. Contributed by: MHI’s ProGMA Industry Group To increase the amount of usable space in an existing facility, operations often elect to look up — adding a variety of equipment, structures and systems overhead. Yet, as we know from Sir Isaac Newton, what goes up, must come…
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