industrial--manufacturing

4 Tips for Door Safety in a Warehouse

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

Choosing safe commercial doors for your warehouse or multi-use work floor requires careful planning and consideration of common accident causes. The following tips can help you make the right choice. Tip #1: Know the purpose The main purpose of the door is the key to choosing the right door. For example, if the door separate a room where hazardous materials are kept or where fire danger exists, garage-style doors that can be locked down and sealed, or that provide fire insulation, are the safest choice.

29 March 2016

Sedentary Doesn't Mean Safe: Reducing Stress Injuries For Crane Workers

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

If you manage a worksite where cranes, from a place like American Equipment Inc, are in operation,  take special care to monitor your crane operators for repetitive stress injuries. Even though crane operation is usually done sitting down, the movements necessary to operate the crane can take their toll on the person in the operator's seat. Here are four things to take care of and monitor for if you want to give your crane operators the best chance possible of avoiding repetitive stress injuries.

12 February 2016

2 Ways To Make Your Manufacturing Process More Efficient

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

When you own a manufacturing company, you know that efficiency is one of the most important factors to consider and to work on each and every day. However, you may sometimes find yourself stumped as to how to go about improving your efficiency further. Get to know some of the ways that you can better streamline your process and make your manufacturing process as efficient and functional as possible going forward.

10 December 2015

Electrical Redesign And Upgrades For Computer Departments

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

Keeping up with the latest technology can be a considerable investment. You'll need to choose between getting general computers for office workers at the right value and efficiency without constantly upgrading at minor changes in the computer industry, as well as finding the right specialized computers for heavy-duty use. Along with these computer needs is the electrical system demand, which can lead to lost productivity or computer damage if your electrical wiring isn't finely-tuned.

22 September 2015

Have You Broken A Bolt? Learn How To Easily Identify And Replace It

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

Breaking a mystery bolt on a piece of equipment can be frustrating, but look on the bright side: now's your chance to be Sherlock Holmes! Instead of just taking the bolt to your usual supplier and hoping they can find a match, why not try to identify it yourself? You might be able to find a better deal from another supplier or a local hardware store when you know exactly what you need.

1 September 2015

Well Installation vs. Water Filtration System: Which Choice Is Better?

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

Having access to pure, safe and great tasting water is something that is sought after by just about everyone. Tap water isn't always acceptable for all people, as many consumers fear it may be contaminated with potential toxins, and bottled water isn't always much better. This has made well water and full-house filtration systems popular alternatives. If you are trying to decide whether to have a well placed on your property or have a water filtration system installed, then here are some things to consider before making a final decision.

3 August 2015

Avoiding Common Mistakes When Operating A Backhoe Loader

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

The adjustable shovel found on a backhoe loader makes it a piece of heavy equipment that is uniquely suited for performing certain construction tasks. If your company finds the need to use backhoe loader for the first time, you will want to avoid these common mistakes.  There are several reasons why operators make mistakes that place themselves and others at risk. These include: The Right Operators The operator should ideally have prior experience operating a backhoe loader or should have undergone a training program.

4 June 2015

Do You Sell Products? Tips On Using The Right Packaging

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

If you sell a product that sits on a shelf, you should be mindful of the packaging you use. The right kind will call out to people as they are walking past it, so they will pick it up and purchase it. Below are some tips to help you package your products in a way that people will remember who your company is and the product you sell. Make It Different

5 May 2015

Take Your Muscle Car Customization to The Next Level with a New Steel Dashboard

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

If you've done all of the classic modifications to make your vintage muscle car as uniquely "you" as possible, like new seats, custom paint, and a performance upgrade or two, and feel as though you're out of ideas, a custom steel dashboard might be your next step. A new steel dashboard is a great way to breathe new life into your car's interior, and is a great outside-the-box addition to spice up any classic car's interior.

10 April 2015

2 Tips To Help You Order The Right Size Dumpster

Industrial & Manufacturing Blog

If your business is getting ready to do some spring cleaning, you may want to rent an extra dumpster for the project. This dumpster could be used for all the trash you find during the clean-up job, and by renting a second dumpster, you will not take up space in your normal container. When the time comes to get a dumpster, here are two things to consider: 1. Type of dumpster

18 March 2015