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Pallet jacks can be a real asset

Virtually all workshops, warehouses and light manufacturing businesses have the use of pallet jacks for moving things around. Pallet jacks can be manual or electric and areparticularly useful for moving small loads. Having a basic understanding of how each works will give you the best information on which will be best for you. Manual pallet…

Safety is vital to prevent accidents

It is vital that your workforce is properly trained in material handling. Your staff must be trained in the correct and safe use of machinery and equipment before they are allowed to use any of it. Accidents are very easy to occur and most are avoidable which is why correct training is so important. All…

Material handling equipment comes in many forms

In the warehouse, material handling tends to describe any motorized or manually operated piece of equipment that facilitates the movement of materials. Pallet rack systems and forklifts are prime examples. There are of course, plenty of other tools that are used in warehouses in order to move materials more efficiently and safely. Although pallet trucks…

It pays to be familiar with LOLER

The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 or LOLER as it is known, is an item of legislation that applies to everyone who uses and has access to any piece of material handling equipment at work. The legislation was written to ensure safety and reduce the risk of accident or injury in the workplace.…

Material handling equipment is used in many industries

Material handling is something which comes into most industries and it is something that should be carefully considered as accidents and injuries are easily done. There are many different types of equipment used for material handling and you should choose the most appropriate for your needs. You may think that as you work in an…

Cherry pickers and scissor lifts are very useful

There are many different types of hydraulic lifts available on the market. Cherry pickers and scissor lifts are the most commonly used of these and they are capable of so much. These platforms can be mounted on trailers so that they are very portable. They use a scissor-like mechanism in order to raise and lower…

Counterbalanced forklift trucks are great for stacking pallets

A truck frame is the basis and all other parts are attached to this. These frames vary in size depending upon the size the forklift is to be. A cab is attached and this is where the controls are and where the driver will sit. Some cabs are enclosed and others are open depending upon…

Avoiding forklift accidents

Although forklift trucks make warehouse work much easier, if not used properly then they can be dangerous. If the correct protocol is not followed, the driver and or other staff could be badly injured or even killed. Forklift operators must remain in the cab at all times and they need to be properly trained in…

Gas or electric forklift, the choice is yours

Most warehouses use forklift trucks and these generally come in 2 varieties, gas or electric. Gas forklifts run off propane gas which is contained in a cylinder which is secured onto the back of the machine. Electric forklifts run off rechargeable batteries. There are pros and cons to both types and it is down to…

Managing your warehouse efficiently and effectively

Managing a warehouse requires a series of specific procedures and processes that are straightforward and easy to implement. Good staff who are well trained is essential to the smooth running of the warehouse. Staff need to be properly organized and familiar with the range of their duties. Each area of warehouse management has its own…

Improving your warehouse efficiency and management

A properly implemented warehouse management system will enable businesses to automate their inventory control. As a result, keeping more accurate records improves efficiency and turnover increases. Improved accuracy in stock control also allows companies to make better use of their warehouse space, consequently enabling the movement of goods to become more efficient. This in turn…

Controlling your warehouse management

The movement and storage of materials within the warehouse will be controlled by the warehouse management system. Automation of transactions that pertain to warehouse management systems lets users locate the stock, assess the quantity and also direct warehouse tasks. Advanced technology used in warehouse management systems will enable the optimization of warehousing functions. Such functions…