In this installment of Cisco-Eagle’s Shoptalk series, Lance reviews how goalpost dock door protectors work.
Motorized Carts For Ergonomic Material Movement
March 29, 2022
Forklifts are the usual method to move heavy materials, but there are plenty of times—and many good reasons—you might not want to use one. You can use pallet jacks, stackers, tuggers, pallet dollies, AGVs or even conveyors, but what about the instances where you don’t need forklift power, but your loads are too heavy or the travel time too far for pushcarts?
Enter the powered cart. This option resides in that “sweet spot” for material movement. But what exactly can a powered cart offer you, and what are your options?
Tags: labor, ergonomics, Safety & Ergonomics
Posted in Material Handling|
Are AGVs Right for You?
March 17, 2022
by Scott Stone
AGVs–automated guided vehicles–are mainstream. You see them in increasingly diverse applications and functioning in areas of the supply chain that may have seemed impossible a few years ago. Especially as e-commerce continues to accelerate and consumers demand more and faster shipments, companies must innovate to meet demand. AGV technology is ready for real-world use and can provide the answer, but is it a good fit for you?
Posted in Automation, Labor & Efficiency|
Ergonomics and Pallet Handling
March 10, 2022
by Scott Stone
Palletized loads are one of the most common—and most difficult—areas of concern for ergonomic warehouse operations. In an era of labor shortages and increased safety concerns, dealing with pallets and palletized loads should be a higher-priority target for warehouse operations.
Posted in Safety & Ergonomics|
Shoptalk – Resolving Pallet Flow Jams
March 3, 2022
In this installment of Cisco-Eagle’s Shoptalk series, Jeremy reviews how to resolve pallet flow jams.
Tags: Shoptalk
Posted in Pallet & Warehouse Racks|
Total Protection – Industrial Facility Traffic Barrier Factors
March 1, 2022
Most industrial facilities utilize barriers to protect pedestrians, inventory, structure and equipment. When you walk around you will see these (mostly) yellow barriers installed in highly-trafficked or other zones where forklift impacts are possible. It’s a matter of safety. OSHA forklift and powered industrial truck regulations lack specific guidelines when it comes to barriers, but there are best practices to consider.
The options depend on your specific operating environment. Finding the right system (or set of systems) is important, so it’s a matter of this: what do you need your barriers to do?
Posted in Safety & Ergonomics|
Pallet Racks and Warehouse Slab Specification
February 22, 2022
by Scott Stone
Because high-bay warehouses with narrow aisles and heights of 30 feet or more have become common, it’s critical to understand your facility floor if you intend to add racks, change layouts or otherwise alter the operation. If you’re adding or changing an existing facility, and the design has changed so that higher density, taller or heavier racks are in play, what factors should you consider?
Posted in Pallet & Warehouse Racks|
Free Falling – Ways To Reduce Mezzanine Falling Items
February 10, 2022
Mezzanines offer an affordable way to increase the vertical cube of your facility. This expansion can fuel growth and reduce the need for additional locations (especially in this new normal of sky-high commercial real estate).
When looking at a mezzanine install, or even when operating with an existing version, worker safety is paramount. One safety aspect to pay careful attention to is the risk of falling items from your mezzanine. To help reduce these risks, there are multiple methods of protection available, but which one is the best fit for your mezzanine?
Tags: Safety & Ergonomics, Space Optimization
Posted in Mezzanines & Industrial Platforms|
Conveying Fruits and Produce
February 1, 2022
by Scott Stone
Conveyors used to transport, sort and deliver produce such as fruits and vegetables must be precise, sanitary and capable of carefully handling delicate foods. Production and packaging machinery should integrate with conveyor systems to ensure seamless operation. What are some produce conveying factors?
Posted in Conveyor Optimization|
How to Specify Pallet Rack Safety Netting
January 13, 2022
by Scott Stone
Any aisle that overlooks an area where people work, shop or walk should be protected against falling items, and rack netting is one of the most common ways to do that. It’s relatively inexpensive, full-time protection that can also help you maintain NFPA flue space requirements.
Posted in Pallet & Warehouse Racks|