Material handling equipment refers to the tools used to aid the movement, storage, protection, and control of products or materials. Without proper systems and equipment in place, products are likely to end up being damaged in your warehouse. Inefficient equipment could also lead to a dip in overall productivity levels. How to decide what equipment will enhance functionality and efficiency in your faculty?…
Ergonomic hazards could put employees at risk, negatively impacting the business as a whole. Repetitive motions, poor posture, extreme temperatures, excessive weight, and improper lighting are some of the most common hazards that can lead to MSDs and injuries….
Air lifting bags utilize compressed air to lift gigantic and heavy loads conveniently. They’re used in various applications because of their ease of deployment and lightness. The slim profile and ability to disperse loads evenly make them more beneficial than traditional tools used to move loads….
Transportation of heavy equipment is no easy task, especially if you’re not used to it. According to the US Bureau of Labor’s statistics, there are around 400 deaths from heavy equipment accidents….
There’s nothing as frustrating as parking your car in a small garage space or a narrow driveway. Even after several crazy maneuvers for exiting or parking the car safely, the chances of your car being damaged are high….
Workers often experience increased stress because of their work setting. This negatively impacts their psychological health and performance. Workplace stress can be caused by various factors, including workplace ergonomics….
As per a study undertaken by the US Department of Labor, 5,333 tragic work-related injuries were reported in 2019. Although there are numerous hazards to workers’ occupational health, improper weight lifting and moving is one of the most common reasons for industrial fatalities….
Manual material carrying is an antiquated paradigm in today’s world. In corporate sectors, Automated Guided Vehicles are now employed to transfer loads from one location to the other….
The practice of hoisting heavy objects dates back to the construction of Egyptian pyramids when men painstakingly carried large slabs and stones. Throughout that time, the death rate was alarmingly high, and workers were at risk of developing physical disabilities. Even in this day of innovation and automation, manual handling still puts people at the risk of fatalities….