Day: November 3, 2017

Introducing the New ToolCaddy Tool Cart Mover

Tool-Cart-Caddy
DJ Products Introduces the Tool Cart Caddy

You can only do the job with the tools at hand if you actually have the tools at hand. With our new ToolCaddy, DJ Products has launched a new tool cart mover to make it easier than ever to transport tool chests and equipment with an ergonomic and battery-powered system.

If your maintenance staff needs to get around the property with a variety of tools and parts, that’s a lot of weight to push around all day. It’s also annoying to suddenly stop or turn a tool cart and wind up with small parts flying around.

The ToolCaddy helps you get around smoothly and comfortably. Instead of manually pushing and putting strain on your shoulders to maneuver the cart in tight spaces or onto an elevator, you can let this tool cart mover do the heavy labor itself.

Highlighting the ToolCaddy tool cart mover specs and features:

  • Long-lasting battery power
  • Easy to recharge in any standard 120v outlet
  • Up to 3 mph in forward or reverse
  • Dual-tray cart holds up to 300 pounds
  • Ergonomic design to prevent carpal tunnel, shoulder strain, backache, etc.
  • Walk beside or behind, or use a ride-along platform step

Perfect for apartment complexes and multi-tenant buildings, the ToolCaddy was designed for all kinds of maintenance staff needs. It runs quietly, makes turns carefully, and virtually stops on a dime.

Use the ToolCaddy to:

  • Prevent maintenance staff injury
  • Make one trip to deliver parts, tools, and equipment
  • Reduce fatigue and get more done every day

Find out how DJ Products, leaders in ergonomic automated equipment, can revolutionize your maintenance services with the battery-powered ToolCaddy tool cart mover.

Gobbled Up by the Conglomerates – Decline of the Owner/Operator Model

Our Semi Trailer Mover Makes Fast Work Out of Moving Trailers in your Terminal
Once the Truck Hits the Terminal, Our Semi Trailer Mover Will Make Fast Work Out of Moving Trailers in your Shunting Terminal

For years, independent owner-operators formed the proud backbone of the trucking industry. In the face of growing regulations and shrinking margins, the traditional owner-operator model is on a slow but steady path toward extinction.

Pressure from All Sides

In order to stay competitive, independent truckers are forced to offer increasingly low rates that result in unsustainable margins. Any remaining profit is being eroded by additional expenses for eco-friendly equipment, electronic logging devices and other mandated requirements.

The plight of the independent owner-operator has a trickle-down effect on carriers, whose profitability relies on the model. Hiring drivers as independent contractors lets carriers avoid tax withholding, heath insurance and other expenses attached to direct employees.

What Separates an Owner-Operator from an Employee?

Most owner-operators fiercely value their independent status, but the line is becoming blurred. Over the last year, FedEx has spent nearly $500 million settling lawsuits charging misclassification of company drivers as independent contractors.

Large shippers are not exempt from these questions. Retail giant Macy’s hired drivers as independent contractors through their logistics management company, although the drivers were required to follow a dress code and other company standards. Macy’s ultimately settled a resulting class action suit charging that drivers were deprived of overtime due to misclassification.

Save Time and Money with an Electric Semi Trailer Mover

Time is a valuable commodity in the transportation industry. Maneuver trailers quickly and safely with an electric semi trailer mover from DJ Products. Visit our website and use the convenient online chat feature for immediate assistance from one of our friendly and knowledgeable sales engineers.

 

Trump Hotels May be Banned from Federal Contracts and Events

Hotels Look to DJ Products for Powered Equipment Solutions
Hotels Look to DJ Products for Powered Equipment Solutions

President Trump’s extensive business holdings have been a source of controversy as a possible conflict of interest. A bill recently introduced by Democratic lawmakers would prevent federal officials from incurring any expenses at Trump-owned hotels and properties.

Separating Business from Politics

Sen. Gary Peters, top Democrat on the Senate federal spending oversight subcommittee, is lead sponsor of the Heightened Oversight of Travel, Eating and Lodging (HOTEL) Act. A statement issued by Peters said the bill would prevent top-level officials from exerting “undue pressure” on employees to patronize their businesses.

The HOTEL Act would forbid official business stays by executive branch officials at any properties owned by the president, vice-president and Cabinet secretaries. Family members are included, which would also exclude properties owned or operated by Trump’s children.

A Constitutional Challenge?

Questions had arisen regarding a March meeting of high-level government officials at Mar-a-Lago, a Palm Beach, FL club in which Trump has 99 percent ownership. According to an invoice obtained by the Washington Post, one attendee was charged $1,092 for a two-night stay.

Legal and ethical experts have suggested that the Mar-a-Lago incident could be a violation of the U.S. Constitution’s domestic emoluments clause banning federal or state payments to the president other than his salary. As majority owner of Mar-a-Lago, Trump is free to withdraw funds from the business at any time.

Powered Carts for the Hospitality Industry from DJ Products

In today’s competitive hospitality industry, excellent customer service is key. Visit our website and learn how powered carts for the hospitality industry allow employees to complete housekeeping duties quickly and efficiently.