September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Material Handling Solutions Improve Productivity
In our last post we talked about coming trends in warehousing. More companies are starting…
September 14, 2015
Cart Puller Improves Worker Attitude in Hospital Laundry
In a cost-benefit analysis of ergonomics in hospital laundries, musculoskeletal injuries decreased and "88% of…
September 14, 2015
MHEDA Debuts Material Handling Wiki Web Resource
MHEDA, the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association, has just launched wikiMHEDA, an excellent online resource for those…
September 14, 2015
Specialized Carts Designed for Hospital Use
Any nurse, therapist, aide or worker will tell you that working in hospitals, nursing homes…
September 14, 2015
Nursing Home Volunteers Can Use Material Handling Solutions
There are plenty of uses for motorized cart pushers and industrial tuggers in nursing homes.…
September 14, 2015
Get Ergonomic Material Handling Solutions and Retain Older Workers
Some older workers, particularly those who work in jobs that require them to use a…
September 14, 2015
U.S. Manufacturing Faces Dangerous Crossroads
One of the realities brought home by the worldwide recession is the fact that the…
September 14, 2015
Human Factors Affect Push-Pull Equipment Design
Humans come in all shapes and sizes. And that's the challenge in designing safe, effective…
September 14, 2015
Tips for Increasing Service Life of Material Handling Equipment
During a recession, the reality is that many companies are forced to made do with…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Products Will Lead Material Handling Gains in U.S.
The material handling industry is on the cusp of a major worldwide growth spurt. Increased…
September 14, 2015
Customers Find Unusual Applications for DJ Products’ Powered Carts
Here at DJ Products, we love to hear about some of the unusual and unique…
September 14, 2015
CartCaddy Tug Solves Auto Manufacturing Problem
The task was to design a robotic work cell to fabricate car doors. It was…
September 14, 2015
Use Ergonomics to Improve Lifting Safety
Lifting and carrying are the two material handling tasks that result in the greatest number…
September 14, 2015
The High Cost of Back Injuries
Despite safety procedures, workers will still try to lift and carry items that weigh between…
September 14, 2015
Trailer Mover Is RV, Boat Storage Workhorse
Summer is winding down and we've already felt the first breath of fall in our…
September 14, 2015
MHEDA Convention For 2014 What To Expect?
What qualities does it take to provide SUPERHERO LEADERSHIP in today's material handling industry? Get…
September 14, 2015
It’s Buyer Beware When Buying Used Equipment
Economic woes have everyone pinching pennies and looking for bargains. Buying used material handling equipment…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomics Can Help Decrease OSHA Reporting
One way to keep your company out of OSHA's crosshairs (see our previous post) is…
September 14, 2015
Shopping Cart Retriever Allows Retailers to Focus on Customers
During the holidays, they're particularly noticeable. The bundled up teens sloshing through the slush in…
September 14, 2015
Ergonomic Equipment Benefits Aging Workforce
America's workforce is aging. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of workers…
September 14, 2015
Moved Wheeled Equipment Safely with Powered Movers
Have wheels, will travel? This phrase may apply to people with cars but it does…
September 14, 2015
Michigan Poised to Adopt Ergonomic Standard
A new initiative in Michigan could presage an expected federal push to mandate ergonomic equipment and…
September 14, 2015
5 Eco-Friendly Tips to Help Your Facility Go Green
"Going green" isn't simply a trendy buzzword. Eco-awareness should be an integral part of everyone's…
September 14, 2015
Why More Companies Are Going Forklift Free
Increasingly, companies are moving to forklift-free production floors. Bulky forklifts that used to be a…
September 14, 2015
More Tips for Buying Used Material Handling Equipment
Buying used material handling equipment is an attractive option in today's difficult economic climate. While…