Ergonomics: Take comfort in productivity
May 1, 2016
One of the best solutions to the industry’s labor shortage is to keep the workers you’ve got as comfortable and productive as possible.
Crown Equipment wins Excellence in Ergonomics Award for forklift design
April 27, 2016
FLTA cites features that improve operator comfort and performance in tough conditions.
Barrier system protects people, equipment and product
April 1, 2016
Bottling facility meets and exceeds safety and hygiene standards with barriers, gates and bollards.
New lighting reveals energy and maintenance savings
April 1, 2016
LED fixtures improve conditions in facilities, offices, parking lots and the yard.
Positioning Your Order Picking Team For Success
January 12, 2016
This white paper reviews the costs of injuries associated with overexertion, and explores three ways automated storage systems improve worker ergonomics and productivity.
Positioning Your Order Picking Team For Success
January 12, 2016
This white paper reviews the costs of injuries associated with overexertion, and explores three ways automated storage systems improve worker ergonomics and productivity.
Lift Trucks: Powered lift a hit at Arkansas hardware outlet
October 2, 2015
New tool prevents back strain while handling heavy pails and cases.
Other Voices: NIOSH study highlights ergonomics of bag palletizing
August 31, 2015
Study illustrates how worker and pallet location can influence stress on back muscles and provides suggestions for improvement.
Why wellness in trucking needs to go the extra mile
May 22, 2015
A well-designed driver wellness program could make the job more attractive and help alleviate driver turnover.
Ergonomic workplace solutions keeping older workers safe and productive
January 19, 2011
There’s a silver tsunami about to wash over the aging U.S. workforce, and the materials handling industry is directly in its path. Here’s a look at our older workers and how ergonomic solutions can keep them safe and productive.
Workstation cranes lighten the load
February 1, 2010
Canadian utility manufacturer employs freestanding workstation cranes that move steel trays safely and eliminate worker injuries
Ceiling fans provide cooling comfort
February 1, 2010
Eight O’Clock Coffee installs ceiling fans to improve conditions for workers in its coffee roasting operations.
