Conger

MAY 28, 2021

By the end of this article, you’ll learn: Why forklift operator safety training is important. What Are OSHA’s Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Training Requirements? In 1984, a study was conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to determine the effectiveness of a lift truck safety training program.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 27, 2018

These are the principles we’ll expand on in the remainder of this article. Of course, gamification can only be used in processes requiring human input, since it drives performance by way of motivation. This article is not intended as a how-to guide for implementing gamification, simply because there are so many ways to approach it.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Because this article explains everything you know about them, including: What and where the load center is. 6 Load Center Tips. Don't have time to read the whole article? The forklift load center concept is important because if the load you're lifting exceeds it, you can tip the forklift over. And much more! Check it out!

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Freightera

MAY 31, 2022

If You’re Looking to Ship FTL Freight You’ll Want to Check Out These 5 Tips for a Good Experience. You’re shipping freight and you’re not sure if you need a whole truck, less than truckload, or a whole smaller truck? In this article, we will run down a list of useful tips for shipping full truckloads worth of cargo.

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Conger

JANUARY 11, 2022

This article is all about comparing sit-down forklifts and stand-up forklifts. By the end of the article, you’ll be able to decide which one is best for you. Sit-down forklifts are those where the operator is seated and facing forward when driving the truck. capacity, these trucks come in 4-wheel designs. And lots more!

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Freightera

MAY 20, 2022

For example, the first tip we’d like to give you is: 1) Do not use just one carrier. It costs more to rent a full truck instead of share one with other shippers, and the logistical part is much easier for the carrier if they only have to deal with your shipment instead of several. . And why would their carrier stop them? Conclusion.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Of course, there is no quick and easy way to curb increases in the cost of energy and labour, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about practical ways to reduce energy usage and increase labour productivity and efficiency. Does your company use incandescent, halogen, or HID lighting in its warehouses?

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

So that’s the route we’re taking in this article, exploring the evolution of fleet route optimisation from a time-consuming pen-and-paper exercise to a high-tech process that, in some cases, can be completed in minutes. The answer could be to focus on the execution side of route optimisation.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 21, 2018

Here are my top 10 tips to boost your Supply Chain performance towards Best in Class. Are you paying full truck load (FL) rates, pallet rates, carton rates, KG rates? Yes of course there are. I’ve arranged them into an acronym to help you remember them. (And And check out some more resources at the bottom). &nbsp.

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Conger

JANUARY 7, 2022

This article is all about forklift weight capacity. And if there’s too much weight on one side, the lift truck will tip. A forklift's counterweight is a large metal weight located on the truck’s rear. It does so by providing more downward force than the load on the front of the truck. And much more! Let's dive in!

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2019

Editor’s Note: This article is from Steve Bettwy , Vice President – Quality and Business Continuity, Operational Excellence, and Continuous Improvement at Direct Supply. Of course, along with that comes a lot of products that need delivering. I hope we can agree that Amazon will disrupt an industry if it wants to.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

When I first began planning this article, the most significant impacts of COVID-19 were primarily limited to Mainland China. But of course, freight still needs to move, and for some commodities, such as personal protective equipment, a rapid supply chain is more critical now than it has been in many decades.

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Freightera

JANUARY 24, 2023

In this article, we answer some of the most common and relevant questions when it comes to packaging in pallet freight shipping. See the section below for more tips on how to choose the right packaging type for your shipment. Happy shipping and, of course, happy packaging! What’s the difference between a pallet and a skid?

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Conger

MARCH 11, 2024

In this article, we will dive into the world of forklift brakes, from their fundamental mechanics to sophisticated maintenance strategies, equipping you with vital insights and knowledge. Here are some tips to help you avoid expensive repairs and ensure that your forklift brakes do not let you down when you need them most.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In this article, we will explore: The importance of forklift safety. Some safety concerns may include collisions, overturns, tip-overs, or falls from a forklift. They are commonly known as ‘safety lights’ because their design enhances the safety of the area surrounding a forklift truck. You are in the right place.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 1, 2018

As this article proved extremely popular, I thought it worth adding a few updates to follow progress on the six trends. Depending on the response received by the latest updates, I may revisit this article yet again with additional updates to Trends #4, #5, and #6. 2018 Update: How Did the Trends Progress?

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

Key Takeaways from This Article: COVID-19 has unveiled the fragility of a global supply chain predicated on lowest-cost principles. Supply chains will survive COVID-19, of course, but not without interim pain and structural change. Shortages, consumer hoarding and delays all signal a tipping point. “We

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Conger

MARCH 25, 2022

Fortunately, this article has everything you need to know about it, including: The average forklift lifespan. Don't have time to read the whole article? Analog hour meters are found on older fork trucks. Once the truck reaches those hours, the meter simply rolls back to 0 hours. And lots more! Let’s dive in! Pump hours.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 21, 2019

We’ve all heard that turnabout is fair play but in the trucking market, that mentality could make for a vicious marketplace. Of course, no one likes to pay any more for a service than they have-to, but given the fluctuations that happen within the freight market it’s all part of the game, right? The True Value of a 3PL.

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Conger

JULY 28, 2022

Tips for working safely in cold storage warehouses. 5 Tips for Working Safely in Cold Storage. Of course, the more of these items that are sold, the greater the need for cold storage. Does your chosen cold storage warehouse do well at getting trucks unload and loaded quickly? Who uses cold storage warehousing.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 8, 2023

That’s the first big mistake I want to address in this article, after which I’ll share information about ten other freight management mistakes we commonly see at Logistics Bureau while working with clients on supply chain improvement. 1: The Mistake of Minimalist Freight Management So, what about this minimalist management issue?

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2023

They may own and manage truck fleets or be engaged in beneficial partnerships with reputable forwarders and carriers. It’s the challenge of determining if your company should outsource as a solution to the issues discussed in this article—or to any other logistics challenges.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 11, 2019

The tips and ideas in this article will assist you in making a start, and as it’s logical to begin your supply chain and logistics job search with a sense of direction, we’ll kick off by looking at some good starter jobs and the qualifications that will boost your candidacy for them. Source: Deloitte Report – The Future of Work.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

And these positive, Earth-protecting assertions are only the tip of the doesn’t-have-to-melt iceberg. For example, this Statista article highlights how “nearly half of U.S. Another survey found that 73% of global consumers would “definitely” or “probably” change their buying behavior to reduce environmental impact. We hope you do!

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JUNE 7, 2020

I found this out when I got talking to Capt.Roberto Caballero Vega a Panama Canal Pilot of over 25 years who very kindly allowed me to reproduce his article about “ The feel of the ship: The essence of Piloting ” below. So what is the “feel of the ship” anyway? But it is something that takes years to achieve.

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Women in Trucking

JULY 23, 2019

Here are some tips to help you develop those who show a lower tolerance for stressful situations: Help them find the silver lining when they’re overwhelmed and coach them on how to continue this practice for themselves. View the original article To learn more about Caliper and special discounts to WIT members, visit www.calipercorp.com/wit.

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