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How to Set Up a Lean Manufacturing Layout on a Budget

Aug 14, 2020

Lean manufacturing is all the rage these days, not surprising given the immense benefits it provides in terms of waste reduction, cost efficiency, and higher profitability. Considering the global market scenario, more and more organizations are going to implement lean manufacturing principles now. Small and medium enterprises especially face the need to maximize profits by eliminating … Continue reading How to Set Up a Lean Manufacturing Layout on a Budget →

How to Start, Conduct, and Implement a Successful Material Handling System

Aug 8, 2020

An efficient material handling system is the key to running a successful manufacturing or logistics project. As material handling equipment is an integral part of so many industries, it is important for factory/warehouse managers to understand how to start, conduct and implement a successful material handling system. For a facility that’s being newly designed and … Continue reading How to Start, Conduct, and Implement a Successful Material Handling System →

How a smart factory is a flexible factory?

Aug 8, 2020

The term ‘Smart Factory’ describes a highly digitalized and connected production structure where machinery and equipment are able to improve processes through automation and self-optimization. It is a factory where physical production processes and operations are combined with digital technology, smart computing, and big data to create a technology-driven system for companies that focus on … Continue reading How a smart factory is a flexible factory? →

How to Promote Safety in your Workplace with Material Handling Equipment

Jul 16, 2020

Workplace safety is one of the major objectives of material handling equipment. The effective usage of material handling equipment helps in reducing the risk of accidents, injury to workers, and damage to products. For example, using an Airlift Inline Vertical Lifter makes it easy to position and set loads or objects in place quickly and … Continue reading How to Promote Safety in your Workplace with Material Handling Equipment →

Things to Consider When Purchasing Material Handling Equipment

Jul 16, 2020

Purchasing the right material handling equipment is an important business decision as it affects the efficiency and performance of your entire operation. It is a long-term investment, so making the right choice is crucial. Whether you’re purchasing equipment from an air balancer provider or an integrated material handling system provider, there are several factors you … Continue reading Things to Consider When Purchasing Material Handling Equipment →

Importance of Material Handling Equipment in Manufacturing

Jul 15, 2020

Material handling is an indispensable aspect of manufacturing. Many of the steps involved in the manufacturing process rely on material handling equipment. Material handling is essential for many processes of manufacturing whether it is the transport of raw material, processing of goods, or storage of products. Quality material handling equipment is the key to successful … Continue reading Importance of Material Handling Equipment in Manufacturing →

How to Know When Your Old Equipment Needs to be Replaced

Jul 3, 2020

Ascertaining the right time to replace your material handling equipment might not be as easy as it seems. If you replace your equipment too soon, you may not get the full return on your investment; you would also have to spend more on new equipment sooner than needed. On the other hand, if you replace … Continue reading How to Know When Your Old Equipment Needs to be Replaced →

How to Extend the Life of Your Machines

Jun 19, 2020

Productivity is one of the most important factors a company needs to assess in order to maximize profits, especially in the case of manufacturers. On that front, taking proper care of your machinery and equipment is the first step to boost production and eliminate downtime. As such, it’s important to take steps in order to … Continue reading How to Extend the Life of Your Machines →

How Lift Assist Devices Can Benefit Your Manufacturing Process

Jun 10, 2020

Lift assist devices are a type of material handling devices that facilitate vertical lifting of material loads. There are various lift assist devices available such as balancers, hoists, and vertical inline lifters. Based on the operational requirements of the organization, you can choose a lift assist device from these options, one that benefits your manufacturing … Continue reading How Lift Assist Devices Can Benefit Your Manufacturing Process →

Questions to Expect From a Material Handling Design Sales Specialist

May 30, 2020

What is a Material Handling Design Sales Specialist? A material handling design sales specialist designs, engineers, and integrates a material handling system according to their clients’ specifications, acting as the single point of contact from conception to completion of each project. While a supplier or a distributor usually only provides a limited number of products … Continue reading Questions to Expect From a Material Handling Design Sales Specialist →

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