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Topic: Ergonomics

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


RightHand Robotics expands partnership with Capacity LLC and Lightning Pick
Winner of MHI Innovation Award announced its first put wall integration in a Capacity fulfillment center.

Hunter Industrial expands global reach with Australia-based partner
Hunter Industrial’s Titan and ECO series HVLS fans are now available for purchase through Fantech Group.

Newcastle Systems introduces mobile powered cart
Beginning on Monday, Newcastle Systems (Booth S4168) showcased its latest innovation, the QC Series Mobile Powered Workstation.

Mobile, powered receiving carts streamline receiving
3PL cuts errors, costs and an entire shift from its fulfillment center by implementing new mobile workstations from Newcastle Systems.

Voxware expands global presence
Two new partnerships expected to increase opportunities in Asia Pacific and Scandinavian Markets.

Labor Management navigates worker shortage
From the labor market to pressure on productivity levels, DC managers and supervisors are under great pressure to maximize efficiencies. Getting labor management right is a key factor in hitting those imperatives.

Blickle opens new manufacturing, distribution, training and test facility
Caster manufacturer’s Atlanta area facility is now fully operational

Manufacturer reduces workplace injuries with ergonomics system
Global company ensures consistent ergonomic processes for its 12,000 employees.

Mobile Workstations: Untether your Receiving Department and Watch Productivity Rise
Eliminate costly motion and relying on mobile carts that are equipped with an integrated power systems

Mobile Workstations: Untether your Receiving Department and Watch Productivity Rise
Eliminate costly motion and relying on mobile carts that are equipped with an integrated power systems

Ergonomics knowledge drives action for Parker Hannifin
Enterprise-wide visibility and training—including employees outside traditional ergonomics roles—leads to 54% reduction in recordables.

Kinedyne announces the passing of Paul Wolford
Kinedyne’s Wolford was widely known and highly regarded by OEMs, fleets and many others in the commercial vehicle industry.

PS Doors is now PS Industries
As the company has evolved from being a manufacturer of high-quality industrial doors to one that also produces safety/fall-protection products and flood barriers, they are changing their name to reflect their breadth of product offerings.

Kinedyne celebrates 50th anniversary
Special 50th-anniversary observances have been held at all corporate locations and at Kinedyne’s annual sales and operations management conference held in Nashville, Tennessee.

Hydraulic side-lift technology increases worker productivity
The technology is becoming popular in the food industry.

Dearco Paint & Decorating uses advanced curtain-side technology
The 30-second vehicle access system has boosted loading and delivery efficiency.

Meggitt Aircraft Systems implements tire carousel system
New system increases worker efficiency and floor space as well as provides ergonomic advantages for workers.

Flexible workstations improve retailer’s operations
The workstations helped the retailer successfully pivot to e-commerce.

Vehicle solutions provider streamlines traffic flow
Advanced polymer safety products protect the provider’s essential machinery.

Upgrade to LED industrial lighting creates cost savings
Savings and safety at a company’s 15th facility prompt it to consider retrofitting the others.


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