Day: June 22, 2016

Transport Waste and Recycling Safely with Waste Container Movers

According to the Clean Air Council, “In 1960, each person in the US only generated 2.68 pounds of waste. In 1970, the figure was 3.25. However, Americans’ recycling has improved since 2000, when the average American generated 4.65 lbs of waste per day, and only 29% was recycled.” Whether the objects we’ve used are being thrown away or being recycled, they need to be safely transported from where we live to other facilities.

DJ Products is the world leader in providing battery-powered cart pusher and assist tug puller solutions to the manufacturing, hospital, distribution, and retail industries.
Many of our motorized carts are used in flat surfaces, but workers using our dumpster mover may need to move a dumpster or other large container on an incline. Safety is paramount in all situations where workers need to transport heavy objects but even more so if there is an incline involved. Employees that have to manually push a heavy trash or recycling container up large inclines to the street may become injured due to overexertion. You can prevent this when you invest in a DJ Products battery powered waste mover. In fact, our dumpster movers could make a task that might have once required three or four employees into something that one employee can do on his or her own.

A DJ Products WasteCaddy waste container mover has a powerful 36-volt motor can maneuver dumpster from 500 lbs. to 10,000 lbs. Our dumpster mover can help prevent employee injury throughout the year as employees move heavy containers on flat surfaces or inclines and if there is a need to push or pull a dumpster over asphalt and throughout snow and ice.

More Tips to Improve Warehouse Efficiency

Continuing our Monday post, today we provide more tips to ramp up warehouse efficiency by improving material handling processes in distribution centers. In a recent Supply Demand Chain article, TriFactor systems engineer Greg Tuohy offered these suggestions:

  1. Re-evaluate pick tech. Eliminate paper-based picking in favor of auto-enhanced technology. Implementing radio frequency (RF), pick-to-voice or pick-to-light technology can make your operation more efficient. Evaluate the density of SKU locations, throughput, product characteristics and specialized procedures such as serial number tracking to determine the pick technology best suited to your operation, Tuohy advises.
  2. Evaluate pick method. Decide which picking method is most cost effective for your operation. Piece picking where the picker walks the aisles picking and completing one order at a time is the most time-consuming and, therefore, most costly. Small, maneuverable powered tugs can facilitate far more efficient batch picking where all orders are picked simultaneously in a single pass. Dolly pullers and electric tugs can also be used to streamline operations that use assembly-line style zone and wave picking. Powered carts and tugs help streamline your operation by increasing the speed and volume of work that can be accomplished by each worker.
  3. Multi-task. Practice task interleaving which combines picking with the put-away process, Tuohy suggests. Interleaving ensures that operators and equipment are always tasked, that time and energy are not wasted on empty loads. The idea is to create a continuous loop where equipment is always loaded, bringing materials to pick locations and returning empty pallets or delivering picked product to shipping locations.
  4. Minimize downtime. Equipment requires planned maintenance. A proactive maintenance plan will minimize downtime and save time and money. Planned maintenance should be conducted on equipment and automated systems on a regular schedule. Correct small problems immediately and keep frequently needed spare parts on hand.
  5. Protect power supply. Assess the vulnerability of your power supply. Lightning strikes, power outages and power spikes can wreak havoc with distribution systems, says Tuohy. Work with your local electric company to install surge protectors and other recommended protections. Battery-powered carts and tugs with enough juice to work through an entire shift can be the lifeline that keeps your operations moving when Mother Nature throws a fit.

A Dumpster Mover Can Be a Lifesaver in the Summer Heat

DJ Products makes material handling solutions to eliminate strains and pains that can come as a result of pushing heavy loads using carts and other wheeled equipment that was not designed to work in concert with the human body. Many of our applications are used inside of warehouses, hospitals, hotels and other facilities that may offer air conditioning to counteract summer heat.

However, if your employees need to move waste containers, compactors and dumpsters, there is a good chance they will be doing this work outside, under the hot sun. So, in addition to helping protecting an employee from musculoskeletal strain, a DJ Products Dumpster Mover or Waste Container Puller will help them to not overexert themselves when the temperatures rise. Our powered movers are designed to aid in making work efficient so your employees will have a reduced risk of heat stroke and exhaustion since they will not be pulling and pushing heavy dumpsters or other waste containers using their own strength or poorly designed carts.

One of our dumpster movers or waster container pullers can turn a three or four person job into a one person job, whether the application is needed in an apartment building, a condominium complex, a shopping mall, hotel, or an office or manufacturing complex. And having a material handling solution such as this will also be of great benefit if it is necessary to push a trash container up an incline, be it a sidewalk or a ramp to get into a building.

To learn more about material handling solutions and to hear about how we can customize them for your specific needs, contact one of our Sales Engineers at 800-686-2651.

A Waste Container Puller Helps Workers Haul Trash

It was surprising to read that there is a city in Virginia with workers who were “dragging trash several blocks…to get to the new trash compactor.” We don’t know all the particulars so we are not passing judgment. A local news station had its employees up late at night filming this spectacle to bring attention to the issue. The city’s Solid Waste Management department is aware of the problem and is looking for ways to resolve the issue.

We wonder if a DJ Products Dumpster Mover or Waste Container Puller would be of use in a situation like this. We don’t know just how heavy the trash is or what it is being dragged in…but if it is being dragged in bags there is the possibility of breakage. And if this trash is being hauled in dumpsters then this likely requires more than one employee and takes up valuable time and energy. A DJ Products Dumpster Move makes what was a job for a few employees into a job for one. The WasteCaddyLite waste puller has a compact, ergonomic design that makes it perfect for maneuvering heavy waste containers in tight areas. Find this hard to believe? Check out this video of our Waste Container Puller in action.

Our waste container pullers can be used to move dumpsters and waste containers at apartments or condominiums, municipal buildings, hospitals, and businesses. And they are not solely for hauling trash–they can also be used to transport recycled materials.

If you are interested and would like to discuss our FREE DEMO TRIAL PROGRAM, please contact one of our Sales Engineers at 1-800-686-2651.

A Waste Mover Divides Holiday Work

When thinking about material handling solutions to help employers make work easier for their employees during the holiday season, you might consider a shopping cart retriever if you are in retail. But what can we offer for those who are not in retail and don’t use shopping carts?

The holidays are a time of giving and the side effect of all that abundance is more refuse. Whether you have a store, restaurant, hotel, or manage an apartment complex, your employees can make great use of a dumpster mover. Whether the waste containers are full of piles of wrapping paper and boxes, discarded Christmas trees, or lots of leftovers from holiday dinners, your employees need to transport them quickly, safely, and efficiently since it is likely that they will need to make more than one trip.

If you weren’t already aware, a heavy waste container can often weigh up to 5,000 lbs. And in some cases, your employees will need to transport these containers on an incline. If you live in an area where the ground becomes slick because of ice or snow, you will want them to be able to move these containers with control. DJ Products’ battery powered waste mover can push or pull heavy dumpsters or trash bins over asphalt and through snow and ice.

Plus, what used to be a job for three to four workers can now be completed by just one person. That’s right—if moving a large, heavy waste container previously required a few employees, you may be able to have just one person finish this task.

Highlighting the Cart Caddy Shorty

Moving carts through the narrow, congested hallways and sharp corners of hospitals and nursing homes can be challenging. Our Cart Caddy Shorty combines compact size with power and flexibility to allow smooth transport of even the heaviest loads.

Dealing with sick patients and elderly people requires quick and efficient movement of beds, food carts and other bulky equipment. This durable electric cart pusher attaches to the swivel-caster end of four-wheeled carts. Once the arm attachment is in place, the pivot feature allows for a full 90-degree turn of loads, preventing awkward and time-consuming jack-knifing.

The 36-volt system includes three 12-volt batteries designed to provide enough battery life for two shifts. Forward and reverse speeds of up to 3 MPH  enable the Cart Caddy Shorty to easily keep pace with the operator. The twist grip control is ergonomically designed to prevent carpal tunnel and allow easy operation.

Densely populated buildings such as hospitals and nursing homes make safety a vital concern. The Cart Caddy Shorty offers a safety stop switch at the back of the pusher handle, making it readily accessible in case of emergencies. Safety horns and lights are also available for even more visibility in crowded areas.

Whatever your equipment handling needs are, DJ Products has a solution for them. We have equipment tugs to handle loads from dumpsters and waste containers all the way up to airplanes and helicopters. Our knowledgable Sales Engineers can help you find just what you’re looking for. Contact us at 800.686.2651 for more information.

The Benefits of Our Dumpster Caddy

The difficult, labor-intensive task of moving waste containers poses a persistent issue for workplace productivity and cleanliness. From manufacturing plants to apartment complexes, businesses need a solution for quickly, efficiently moving dumpsters whenever necessary.

Dumpster caddies help facilitate this job for your employees while giving a boost to the quality of your work environment.

Here’s how ergonomic, battery-powered dumpster caddies impact your business:

Easier logistics. By making trash hauling easier with the dumpster caddy, businesses can enjoy greater freedom to arrange a warehouse or other facilities without worrying about carrying heavy loads over long distances. This means you can locate dumpsters where you want:

  • Locate dumpsters where needed, rather than near compactors or haul-away locations
  • Move dumpsters to different locations as needed
  • Work around awkward or difficult locations thanks to easy maneuvering

Fewer injuries. Loaded dumpsters typically weigh thousands of pounds and present an extremely difficult moving task without special equipment. With cart caddies designed to move your dumpsters, the burden shifts away from your employees and everyone enjoys a lower risk of injury. That means a better work environment, less financial risk, and a more productive workforce.

Less labor. Instead of using two or three employees to move a dumpster, the dumpster caddy only needs one person for safe, simple operation. This keeps more of your employees available and makes relocation possible for any trained staff member. Additionally, by taking away an unpleasant and hazardous task, you can retain good employees longer and get more out of your workers throughout the day.

For more info about dumpster caddy solutions for your business, call Team Cart Caddy at 800.686.2651 today.

Industrial Equipment Orders Rise and Strong Growth Predicted

The global economy might not be on solid ground, but that hasn’t stopped the industrial sector from experiencing increasing growth. In fact, strong demand for different types of industrial equipment has led to higher profits for industrial giant General Electric in the third quarter. Due to this growth, the company is shifting its focus to its industrial products and moving away from financial and consumer appliance products.

What does this growth mean for other industrial manufacturers and suppliers? It signals that this is an ideal time to take advantage of the rising demand for industrial products, whether that includes developing new products or expanding current product offerings. This growth represents a turnaround from the drop in industrial sales that occurred when the 2008 financial crisis hit. Back then, interest in purchasing industrial equipment waned as companies scaled back and looked for ways to save money rather than spend it. With the US economy on its way to recovering, companies are once again showing more willingness and financial ability to purchase industrial equipment.

The rise in industrial equipment demand is also something that companies who use these products should keep an eye on. Those who need material handling carts or other industrial products, such as the following ones, should see a wider range of items to choose from:

They should also start noticing improved quality and more competitive prices as industrial manufacturers and suppliers shift into high gear to keep up with this growing demand. This growth trend is also expected to continue in the next few years.

If you need cart movers, material handling carts or other pullers or tuggers, visit DJ Products. We carry a wide selection of industrial equipment for warehouses, hospitals and heavy industrial companies.

New Dumpster Mover Pulls Heavy Trash Containers of Waste and Recycling to Curb Side for Pick Up

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New Waste Container Puller eliminates costly worker’s compensation claims

DJ Product’s WasteCaddyLite waste container puller is specifically designed to pull heavy waste containers to pick up or processing locations and it significantly decreases the risk of injury to employees or property managers.  Pushing heavy containers is a high risk activity for property managers and often requires several employees working together to get waste or recycling containers from one point to another.  DJ Product’s WasteCaddyLite container puller reduces injuries arising from accidents and from overexertion.  It can also make a three or four person job into a one person job saving labor costs.Waste Container Puller

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