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Pallet Stackers: What do I need to know?
When it comes to improving efficiency and safety in your business, your first port of call should always be materials handling. Whether you’re distributing, storing, or moving materials, deploying tools like pallet stackers can act as a powerful force multiplier for...
Our guide to electric pallet trucks
Many warehouses have made the switch from manual pallet trucks to electric or semi-electric alternatives in recent years. These trucks are designed to handle the same heavy loads as non-electric versions but offer numerous benefits. The goal of many warehouses is to...
RHA Tail Lift and Pallet Truck Guidance
Guidance Summary: Tail lift and palletised goods delivery is obviously an activity which carries a significant risk of harm to those carrying it out and potentially third parties if the company fails to have regard to the risks involved and the health and safety of...
How industrial robots are facilitating demand in the material handling industry
In the material handling industry, productivity is one of the prime requirements in order to keep up with demand. At the same time, it's essential that all processes are also cost-effective. In recent times, robotics has offered a solution to both these needs whilst...
Make sure your warehousing operation can meet the demand of the COVID warehousing boom
There aren't many positive things to take from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic; it has been terrible in so many ways, for so many people. But when it comes to warehousing, COVID has actually brought on a complete industry boom. As more and more people turn to...
What is material handling equipment?
Modern warehouses range from the simple conventional setup, where people stack shelves by hand during the working day, to lights-out facilities that are automated to the point where they can keep functioning even when the lights are off. But regardless of the level of...