Electric forklifts have grown in popularity due to their cost savings, enhanced performance, and environmental advantages. And from an electric forklift supplier’s perspective, it is essential to keep up with market trends while also understanding customer needs for today and in the future. In addition, introducing more efficient ways to work and giving customers an array of …
Manual material handling tasks require great physical effort, often to the detriment of the worker. These tasks are extremely taxing and often fatigue the operator, causing decreased productivity, downtime due to injury, and ultimately employee turnover due to occupational stressors. In 2019, 888,220 nonfatal occupational injuries in the private sector resulted in at least one …
The Linde Material Handling Order Picker: Keeping your Industrial Athlete in Control Read More »
As part of a special series on The Faces of KION North America, we sat down with members of our leadership team to talk about their thoughts on leadership. During this installment, we feature Kim Sawyer, Head of Marketing.
As part of a special series on The Faces of KION North America, we sat down with members of our leadership team to talk about their thoughts on leadership. During this installment, we feature Craig Romine, Quality Manager.
Warehouses and distribution centers alike are constantly on tight deadlines for receiving and shipping goods. The supply chain never rests, and according to an article in supplychain247, Mondays are the busiest day of the week for fulfillment centers operating five days a week. With weekend shoppers filling their carts and placing their orders for the …
As part of a special series on The Faces of KION North America, we sat down with members of our leadership team to talk about their thoughts on leadership. During this installment, we feature Alex Frohm, Manager of Sales Development.
Updated: 9/30/2022 With so many truck options out there, choosing the correct truck for the application can seem like a daunting task. From enhancing productivity to promoting safety, selecting the appropriate truck for your operation can affect multiple layers of your supply chain. What is Forklift Capacity? Forklift capacity is the amount of weight a …
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Updated: 4/20/2023 When considering ways to extend the life of your forklift, one often gravitates to the more obvious ideas. Depending on how your truck is powered, you may be thinking regular oil changes, keeping a close eye on the motor/engine, following the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule or regular up-keep of the tires. However, one important …
Maintaining Your Forklift – Keeping It Clean Will Prolong Its Working Life Read More »
Updated 1/5/2023 Making a New Year’s Resolution gives us time to reflect on the past and look forward to new goals and changes. Whether or not you follow through with your personal or professional resolutions, it is best to reevaluate improvement opportunities within your business. Start the new year off with a productive and safe …
Having trouble trying to figure out ways to reduce your overall warehouse costs? We have some easy steps you can take! From recycling, lighting, to different types of forklifts, we have you covered. While lowering costs with these steps, you will also be making a positive impact on the environment. Motion Activated/Solar Lighting If you …
