New Media

By Staff -- Modern Materials Handling, 10/1/2000

Control that dust

An updated Web site, www.pa.nilfisk-advance.com features an in-depth and user-friendly design to educate users on industrial and specialty vacuums. The site presents a full company product line, including the new CFM line, which features a new modular design technology making customization for specific dust control applications. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the industrial vacuum cleaner, you can submit a question to "Ask the Expert." The site also provides industry news and trade show information in a News and Exhibitions section. Nilfisk-Advance America, Inc.
800-NILFISK

Solutions specific to your industry

An updated corporate Web site, www.mchugh.com, features a new look and feel, improved navigation, and vertical industry segmentation, among other improvements. It also includes a new logistics industry library designed to be a resource portal for logistics professionals. The enhancements are a result of the recent rollout of a new Logistics Suite that includes pre-configured solution sets for key industry verticals. Discussions of critical issues and solutions by industry allow users to access information pertinent to their industry. Additional features of the site are a job search capability, a newsletter, and an international events calendar.
McHugh Software International
888-MCHUGH8

Protection from falls

A 20 min training video was designed to help companies implement a comprehensive fall protection program. The video, entitled "Gravity Kills-Defy It," uses dynamic video footage of test-drops, on-screen graphics, and animation to convey critical information about the importance of fall protection. Other areas presented include equipment inspection, correct use of equipment, and the five components of a comprehensive fall protection program. In addition, the video educates workers in the safe use of full-body harnesses, anchorages, anchorage connectors, and lanyards.
Miller/Troll Training
800-873-524

Video demonstrates safe lifting

A new safety video trains workers on proper procedures to prevent material lifting accidents. The program covers a wide range of uses for hoists and slings in different industries. Featured types of hoists and slings include hand operated, air- and electric-powered wire rope, electric chain operated, and vacuum powered. Among the training topics are inspection procedures, factors to consider when selecting a hoist or sling, tested safety practices, load handling, and safe use, care, and storage. Summit Training Source
800-842-0466

Printer information online

Structured as a strong informational tool for users of label printers, www.datamaxcorp.com links to products, applications, warranties, technical support, marketing and sales tools, news, and events. The site offers minimal text and easy navigation to deliver a user-friendly site.
Datamax
407-578-8007

What's up with automation control

If you're looking to review descriptions of Allen-Bradley products and part numbers, a new WebStore has been added at www.rockwellautomation.com/abstore. U.S. based automation control buyers now have 24 hours a day, 7 day a week online ordering access to more than 150,000 products. Features of the site include Web-Store pricing, round-the-clock buying capability, and an order-tracking system.
Rockwell Automation
414-382-4329