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How to Keep Your Forklift Operators & Warehouses Accident Free
Have you ever been inside an industrial facility or a construction job-site and encounter a “near miss” accident. It happens all too often and unfortunately there are people that are injured or even killed on a daily and weekly basis. Industrial accidents and incidents are a fact of life. Companies have many ways to keep employees and others safe by use of smart alarms, blue and red colored lights signaling movement, impact monitors or even now, new technology that allows a company to create a “safe zone” or audible alarms that alert machine operators to the presence of pedestrians well in advance. I foresee great value in these systems and […]
Is your Forklift Mechanically Safe?
Before a lift truck operator can drive a lift truck, they must make sure it is mechanically safe. The problem is, they aren’t mechanics. That’s why it is important to make sure a qualified mechanic regularly performs inspections. This is usually done during routine maintenance. There are a number of items an inspection should include: Forks – Are the heels of forks the worn? Worn heals can cause forks to bend and break. Are the forks square? Are the fork position lock pins working? Are they free of cracks? Cracks can eventually cause a fork to break. Tires – Is the tread worn? Worn tread can create traction problems. Are they […]
Storage Solutions: The Basics
The most basic and important component of any storage solution is “The Load”. What is being stored and what the characteristics are set the stage for the decisions on how the loads are stored, whether it be in traditional selective rack or an automated AS/RS system. While this would seem to be the obvious starting point it is sometimes over shadowed by the desire for a certain type of solution. Assumptions and inaccurate information about the loads to be stored will lead to ineffective and costly solutions for both the seller and buyer. Identifying the height, width, depth and weight of the load are the basic questions to be answered. […]
Main Functions of a Generator Enclosure
The main functions of a generator enclosure include weather protection, sound reduction and safety. Many major generator suppliers use designations such as level I, II or III, but have significant differences. Some enclosures used the level designation for sound reduction, others for weather protection. There are a multitude of options within these base categories that many engineers and end-users may not be aware of. The material used (ex. steel/aluminum), protective coatings, insulation, self-contained exhaust as well as hardware, can be important features an application may benefit from. With the added inconsistency potential of an outside source for the enclosure it is important to look at the enclosure as a significant […]
