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News, trends, products and productivity solutions that showcase the latest in ergonomic equipment, systems and process for warehouses and distributions centers.


APICS addresses talent shortage through expanded supply chain STEM program
To combat shortage of supply chain talent, K-12 program teaches supply chain concepts with interactive games, provides resources for teachers and parents.

Lift Truck Tips: Fleet purchasers cozy up to ergonomic features
Some ergonomic features are basics verging on standard and others are becoming more requested.

PMMI and NAM urge Congress to reauthorize bill supporting modern workforce
Career and technical education act to align programs to needs of the regional, state, and local labor market while supporting effective collaboration between secondary and postsecondary institutions and employers.

LIFT announces Operation Next to prepare veterans for advanced manufacturing careers
Program to accelerate soldiers' transition to civilian careers in precision machining and industrial technology.

Mallard introduces new Extend-a-Rail mobile expandable pallet flow
Mallard Manufacturing (Booth S445) just added a new product, Extend-a-Rail, to its engineering applications product line. Extend-a-Rail answers the need for flexible, time-saving pallet staging and off-loading.

Caster Concepts Demonstrates New Ergonomic Rig and Accessories
During a press conference on Monday, Caster Concepts (Booth S2774) exhibited three additions to its ErgoMaxx line of ergonomic products—a maintenance-free rig, known as the Series 77 Rig, a Foot-Actuated Brake and a Foot-Actuated Swivel Lock.

Dectron V.I.E.W. Manufacturing Workstation can increase valuable floor space
A single, vertically integrated column designed to increase valuable floor space by replacing space hungry benches and rolling carts while articulating arms ensure applications are always ergonomically positioned.

United States trails much of world with representation of women in business leadership
In honor of International Women's Day, Grant Thornton study shows the proportion of senior roles held by women in U.S. and percentage of American businesses with no women in senior management remain unchanged.

Creform builds new production and technical support center
38,000-square-foot facility to house engineering, manufacturing, sales and administration.

Dectron offers a variety of ergonomic solutions built in the USA
Dectron offers a variety of solutions built in the USA to help manufacturers and distributors optimize floor space and enhance ergonomics.

Presto Lifts acquires ECOA Industrial Lift Products
Presto Lifts has opened a new office nearby in South Florida which will be staffed by experienced ECOA Sales and Technical support associates.

Retailer discovers ergonomic lifting method
As a cost-effective solution for stacking empty pallets, the solution has improved employee health and productivity.

Device improves ergonomics on the pick floor for Capital Candy
The device, known as Pick-Plank, has transformed standard pallet storage into dynamic pallet storage.

Vertical storage technology frees up production floor space
By using vertical storage technology, M&M International improves its inventory accuracy and reduces its parts shortages.

Ferris Industries installs automated towline conveyor assembly system
Since its installation, Ferris has improved operator ergonomics, while also reducing cycle times by 50%.

Best Practices: Reopening the case
Mature case-picking operations might not seem like fertile ground for substantial improvements, but new approaches to old favorites can offer big rewards.

Global Packaging Design Emphasizes Convenience, Ergonomics and Customization
DuPont Packaging Award judges discuss global trends in six-part video series.

3PL retrofits lighting and thermostats
Warehouse enjoys improved productivity, safety, comfort and efficiency.

Lift Truck Tips: The soft benefits of lift truck ergonomics
Although difficult to define, operator comfort is more than amenities; it’s about taking every opportunity to help operators enjoy their work.

Ergonomics: Take comfort in productivity
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.


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