What are the top concerns of distribution center managers in 2023? The latest MMH survey lays it out. We also delve into manufacturing’s real estate problems, batch picking and a little more in this month’s roundup.
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Insights: Manufacturing’s Real Estate Shortage, DC Survey and More
June 27, 2023
by Scott Stone
Posted in Industry Insights|
Does a Warehouse Mezzanine Count as Square Footage?
June 20, 2023
by Scott Stone
Above: is this a platform or a mezzanine?Â
Mezzanines are a great option when you need to add more square footage into your warehouse or factory floor. They’re less expensive and easier to implement than alternatives like new construction or facility expansions, but also pose challenges when it comes sato dealing with code, safety and construction requirements.
Tags: industrial storage, Safety & Ergonomics, Space Optimization
Posted in Mezzanines & Industrial Platforms|
Conveyors: Optimizing the End of the Line
June 13, 2023
by Scott Stone
Conveyors are primarily a transport mechanism within a facility: they move products from point A to point B to point C. Value is added at all points along the way. They’re the most efficient way to do that, even if that’s the only task they have. However, that’s rarely the only way they’re used. They’re loaded at point A, then transport the load to points of value down the line. Processes are is executed at point B, and something is finalized at point C — at the end of the line. Let’s dive into the ways you can drive value at the end of the line.
Tags: Automation, labor, Packaging, Docks
Posted in Conveyor Optimization|
Resources for National Forklift Safety Day
June 8, 2023
Every year National Forklift Safety Day is recognized in June, providing a spotlight on the valuable resources for any safety program. With educational sessions, opportunities to connect with like-minded safety managers, and programs available to check out and apply, any facility wanting to upgrade its forklift/pedestrian programs can find something valuable.
Posted in Safety & Ergonomics|
Ways to Optimize Industrial Labor
June 1, 2023
by Scott Stone
73% of warehouse operators said they can’t find enough workers. The National Association of Manufacturers sees shortfalls today, and more in the future: an astonishing 2.1 million manufacturing jobs will go unfilled by 2030. With labor shortages the norm today and for the foreseeable future, how can you optimize, retain and improve labor in your operation?
Tags: ROI, labor
Posted in Warehousing & Distribution|