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Optimizing labor performance is often the single biggest opportunity for productivity improvement and cost reduction in distribution. Attend this webinar to learn the best practices and technology you can use to control those costs and transform the way you direct, monitor and measure your workforce. You will see how those…
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Comprehensive coverage of the ergonomics of the material handling and warehousing industry providing information about workstations, lifting devices and positioning devices.
Materials Handling & Warehouse Ergonomics Resources
NA 2010: Precise, intelligent overhead handling
Posted 03/01 · 10:00 AM · MMH Editorial
The G-Jib incorporates the supplier's G-Force intelligent lifting device and an enclosed-track workstation jib crane to enhance precision throughout its full range of speed.
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NA 2010: Counterbalanced AGV automates pallet movement
Posted 03/01 · 09:52 AM · MMH Editorial
The counterbalanced automatic guided vehicle can pick up loads from the floor and block stack or interface with conveyors, stands and racking.
ALAN brings help to Haiti
Posted 02/01 · 04:56 PM · MMH Editorial
The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN, http://www.alanaid.org), a non-profit humanitarian aid organization that engages the supply chain community in relief efforts at home and abroad, is helping the victims of the earthquake that recently hit Haiti.
Preparations continue for ProMat 2011
Posted 02/01 · 04:52 PM · MMH Editorial
PROMAT 2011 isn't scheduled until March of next year, but the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) is already well into the planning process.
Workstation cranes lighten the load
Posted 02/01 · 04:51 PM · MMH Editorial
Canadian utility manufacturer employs freestanding workstation cranes that move steel trays safely and eliminate worker injuries
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Ceiling fans provide cooling comfort
Posted 02/01 · 04:50 PM · MMH Editorial
Eight O’Clock Coffee installs ceiling fans to improve conditions for workers in its coffee roasting operations.
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System Report: Distribution evolution at PDS
Posted 02/01 · 12:35 PM · MMH Editorial
To transform its business, Prime Distribution Services turned to case picking technology and lean warehousing strategies. And, that’s just the start of things to come.
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New warehousing and distribution center certificate program at Paul D. Camp Community College
Posted 02/01 · 11:41 AM · MMH Editorial
There's a new curriculum on the books at Paul D. Camp Community College (http://www.pdc.edu) in Franklin, Va.
Labor management software improves productivity
Posted 03/23 · 06:59 AM · MMH Editorial
Need to get more from your workforce? Improvements in labor management software systems are driving real cost savings.

