articleLooking for big wins
We asked a number of experts for their tips on minimising downtime. The result – a wealth of advice covering many aspects of work in the warehouse. Simon Duddy reports.
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productSlowed to creep speed
Transmon Engineering has designed and installed an advanced driver assistance system at Pladis Global’s warehouse in Ashby De La Zouch.
articleDS Smith invests in forklift fire safety
SITE SUPPORT manager Danny Fairhead outlines the steps taken to boost forklift fire safety at the leading packaging firm.
newsWorker killed while loading flatbed trailer
A company has been fined after a worker was fatally injured by steelwork, which fell from a telehandler forklift truck during loading.
productRapid alert on staff fevers
ILL HEALTH in the workplace costs Britain more than £10 billion (HSE) a year in lost production or £19,000 per case according to government figures.
productDHL boosts protection equipment at East Midlands DC
THE MOVE sees DHL Supply Chain installing a range of safety and protection equipment at its new 538,280 sq. ft. campus in Manton Wood, near Worksop in Nottinghamshire.
productIt’s safer on foot for Medisafe
PEDESTRIAN COUNTERBALANCE stacker boosts handling procedures in the tight confines of a production facility.
newsProblem solving on demand: check out virtual conference
HSS Live is On Demand featuring five great speakers offering a range of insights and innovative solutions you can use to revamp your operations.
articleSafety guidance for forklift users
Tapping into the unique knowledge and resources of a reliable trade organisation can make all the difference to the safety of your operations says the Fork Lift Truck Association.
articleRTITB clarifies HSE guidance on forklift training and Covid-19
RTITB has sought clarity from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding its guidance around lift truck training and Covid-19, following the recent announcements about the new virus strain in the UK and implementation of Tier/Level 4 areas.
productHygiene protocols crucial
ONLY 31% of people think that hygiene practices in factories are okay at the moment, according to a survey Kimberly-Clark Professional.
productSafety light beam system extends reach to 8m
With its Sceptre high-performance prism optic reflector, SICK has extended the range of its deTem 4 A/P multiple light beam system to eight metres, the longest available for an active/passive safety device, according to the company. The system is suitable for applications up to SIL3 / PLe.
articleYeo Valley switches to powered pallet trucks
Operators at the organic farming and dairy company are feeling less strain due to the arrival of a fleet of Mitsubishi PBPL hand pallet trucks.
productAITT Excellence status gained
THE ASSOCIATION of Industrial Truck Trainers (AITT) has awarded Mentor FLT Training with the coveted AITT Excellence status, following its latest training standards audit.
productCFTS extends training nationwide
CFTS has appointed a new Training Manager to ensure that members across the country have access to accredited, in-depth training courses.
newsHSE warns transport sector of Covid checks
In the run up to the festive period, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is working with local authorities to inspect businesses in the transport and logistics industry to ensure they are managing the risk of coronavirus (Covid-19).
articleBack with a bang
The Health & Safety Event is set to return on 27-29 April 2021 at the NEC in Birmingham. The leading safety event provides a wonderful opportunity to learn and network as the country hopefully gets back to normal in 2021.
articleThe best of both worlds
We have both physical and virtual events planned for 2021, to give attendees with broad preferences every opportunity to learn and improve their warehouse operations in preparation for the challenges ahead.
productTemporary barriers help fight Covid
As the Coronavirus pandemic rolls into its third quarter, smart companies are becoming increasingly adept at handling the crisis from a business perspective.
productTemperature screening system
Renovotec is introducing a high speed, accurate, data-secure and non-contact temperature screening system for at-entrance use in distribution centres and warehouses.
