This month, we dive into some of the best presentations presented at ProMat 2023, where our own Bryan Gauger and Steel King’s Ryan Wachsmuth teamed up to present tips for storage and practical automation. Muratec’s Scott Matlock dove deep on automation and humanization principles. Also, more on Texas Manufacturing, digital warehousing and more.
Insights: Tips from ProMat 2023 on Automation, Storage Strategies
Tags: warehousing, Manufacturing, AS/RS
Posted in Industry Insights|
Dock Bumpers and Your Loading Dock
The loading dock is the heartbeat of any warehouse or distribution center, bustling with activity as products flow in and out. With the constant traffic and wear and tear that loading docks endure, it’s crucial to invest in the right protective equipment designed to both keep your docks efficient and safe.
One aspect that can be overlooked is dock bumpers. These bumpers not only facilitate smooth vehicle movement but also extend the useful life of your loading docks. But while investing in good dock bumpers offers affordable protection, there are multiple choices to consider.
Posted in Docks & Shipping|
Damaged Pallet Rack: Repair or Replace?
Whether you replace or repair pallet rack, it’s always advisable to evaluate the structural integrity and safety of damaged rack components. When you’re considering a repair strategy, you should be aware of the strength and limitations of your options.
Tags: ROI
Posted in Pallet & Warehouse Racks|
The Right Caster Can Be a Game Changer
Casters need a moment! They know you don’t think about them in the grand scheme of a facility’s operations. They know they’re overlooked most of the time….until they’re not for all the wrong reasons.
But, if you take some time to get to the ground level of things, you can see that casters keep your warehouse moving forward. Yes, the task they carry out is a simple one (at least from our perspective), but only if you outfit your operations with the right caster solutions. You don’t want reoccurring problems with your casters, either.
Posted in Material Handling|
Options for Pallet Rack Floor-Level Storage Versatility
Change is inevitable, particularly in warehousing, manufacturing and distribution. Many warehouses will shift storage area missions over time. New SKUs, more inventory, and different business and operational missions can create the need for newer storage concepts. The problem? There isn’t always a place for new demands. When this occurs, one thing to consider is using the floor or lower levels of your rack system.
Posted in Pallet & Warehouse Racks|
Insights: Expectations for Automation; Industrial Production Statistics
This month, we dive into supply chain and the ongoing impact of labor shortages in the sector from Supply Chain Executive. If you’re interested in evaluating your warehouse, WERC has a program we cover, as well as a dive into American industrial output in early 2023.
Tags: Manufacturing, Dallas, industrial
Posted in Industry Insights|
Mezzanine Monthly – Why Choose A Shelf Supported Mezzanine
Above: Shelf supported mezzanine in a warehouse facility.
Not all warehouse shelving (or storage) options work for every facility. One operation’s pallet rack solution might not be ideal for a warehouse that wants to not only grow vertically but offer more picking options for items they’re selling and shipping. When you need high density storage, what mezzanine option fits best? Shelf supported mezzanines checks a lot of boxes.
Tags: Space Optimization
Posted in Mezzanines & Industrial Platforms|
Targeted Warehouse Automation: Manual Pallet Handling
While many companies can benefit from full scale automation, the math isn’t the same for everyone. However, labor shortages continue to drive companies to seek ways to reduce dependence on manual processes in specific, labor-intensive functions. What are some areas you should target for partial automation?
Tags: labor, palletizing, ergonomics
Posted in Automation, Labor & Efficiency|
Joy Hunsigner is Cisco-Eagle’s 2022-2023 Employee-Owner of the Year
Above, left to right: Cisco-Eagle President Bryan Gauger, Employee-Owner of the Year Joy Hunsinger and CEO Darein Gandall
The employee-owners of Cisco-Eagle named Joy Hunsinger as our company’s 2022-2023 Employee-Owner of the Year.
The award is unique because it’s bestowed by a team of employees, the ESOP Advisory Committee after a round of companywide nominations. A committee of peers—fellow employee-owners—chooses the employee of the year.
Tags: Employee ownership, ESOP
Posted in ESOP & Company News|
Nichole Wheeler Named Cisco-Eagle Chief Financial Officer
Effective April 1, 2023, Nichole Wheeler has been named Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Cisco-Eagle according to President Bryan Gauger.
In her new role, Wheeler will lead the company’s financial and accounting teams and serve as a key member of its senior leadership team.
Tags: Employee ownership, ESOP
Posted in ESOP & Company News|