Different Types of Racks for Industrial Equipment Plants and Which to Use

Source: f28 Production/Shutterstock.com If you’re looking to upgrade your equipment storage system, you’re going to need a new set of stack racks. But these handy storage solutions are often more complicated than they seem. There are many different types of racks for you to choose from. But industrial equipment plants have their own needs and priorities. Learn about the various types of pall...

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Different Pallet Material Types the Automotive Industry Can Use

Source: DedMityay/Shutterstock.com The humble pallet will never go out of style, but this handy tool is starting to evolve for the better. There are so many kinds of pallets to choose from, including those made from recycled materials and those manufactured from scratch. But choosing the right type of pallet is often more complicated than it seems. Every variation comes with its fair share of...

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The Best Inventory Management Solutions for Automated Warehouses

Automation is quickly becoming the future of the warehouse industry as companies look for ways to reduce labor costs while improving operational efficiency. According to a survey from Robotics Business Review, automated warehouses were 76 percent more likely to boost inventory accuracy to 99 percent or higher, 36 percent more likely to have reduced labor costs an average of three percent per year ...

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What Is Cross-Docking and How Does It Help with Supply Chain?

Today’s products and goods are moving faster than ever before, thanks to what’s known as cross-docking. Technology and automation further streamline the process by automatically rerouting packages based on demand. The goal is to get your products to their destination as quickly and cheaply as possible, so how can cross-docking help? As products move throughout the supply chain, they typically...

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Warehousing Distribution Services That Are Right for Your Business

Source: Petinov Sergey Mihilovich/Shutterstock.com Every warehouse is different. Coming up with a successful strategy for your facility all depends on the needs of your clients and potential business partners. There were 18,741 total warehouses in the U.S. in 2019, so the competition can be stiff. You have to find a way to leverage your existing resources while outperforming the competition at ev...

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Pallet Jack Safety – Preventing Accidents Before They Happen

Source: Siwakorn1933/Shutterstock.com The pallet jack is a must-have in today’s warehousing industry. They help workers move large quantities of inventory and thousands of pounds in just a few minutes, all without breaking a sweat. However, the pallet jack still presents some hazards in the workplace. While they are considered fairly easy to use, things can easily take a turn for the worse when...

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Keeping the Floor Clean During COVID: A Warehouse Cleaning Checklist

Source: Halfpoint/Shutterstock.com Warehouse managers and owners have a lot on their plates these days. The coronavirus pandemic has upended business as usual throughout the supply chain industry. Companies of all sizes must now go to great lengths to protect their workers from the spread of infectious disease, including the distribution of personal protective equipment, enforcing social distanci...

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What Is Advanced Manufacturing and How Do I Implement It?

The practice known as advanced manufacturing remains instrumental to the American economy. From pharmaceuticals to electronic and motor vehicles, these highly specialized products tend to be much more valuable than other types of manufactured goods. In 2016, they made up 60 percent of the dollar value of all U.S. exports.  To produce these products, facilities must rely on complex pieces of ma...

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How to Reduce Production Cost in Manufacturing

Source: Unique Vision/Shutterstock.com There are so many expenses that go into running a manufacturing warehouse. From the location of your facility to the cost of your shipping and handling materials, there’s almost always a way to reduce your operating expenses. However, some of these changes are easier to implement than others. (more…) Read More

How to Prevent Mislabeling in Manufacturing and Warehouses

Source: Stock Rocket/Shutterstock.com Printing labels is one of the least talked about aspects of running a warehouse. A small printing error may not seem like that big of a deal, especially when you have so many orders coming and going out of your facility, but the wrong label or a missing piece of information can lead to all sorts of headaches and costly delays. The item may get returned to you...

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Cutting Costs on Packaging: How to Ship Internationally Cheap

Source: Golden Sikorka/Shutterstock.com There are so many variables to consider when shipping internationally, especially when you’re trying to keep your costs as low as possible. From one-time shipments to everyday packages, learn how to reduce your costs without putting your products at risk. There’s no point in spending all this money just to have your goods arrive overseas broken or damag...

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How to Ship Perishable Food – A Guide for Those in the Food Industry

When it comes to shipping and transportation, few things could be more important than the food supply chain. These products keep society running, ensuring everyone has access to fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and other essential food and beverage products.  (more…) Read More