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The Birth of Warehouses and the Different Kinds of Warehouses We Have Today

August 20, 2021 2:30 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Whether or not you’re involved in the industry, you’re probably at least somewhat familiar with the concept of a warehouse, i.e., a building where goods are stored before being sold or distributed. But do you know the history behind warehouses? Probably not! Keep reading to learn a brief history of warehouses. Humans have been storing supplies and food for future use ever since the caveman era, so you could consider caves the first warehouses humans ever used. But we’ve come a long way since the Paleolithic period. We can break the history of warehouses down into a few different eras:... View Article


Best Practices for Cleaning and Organizing Your Warehouse

August 6, 2021 2:29 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Keeping a clean and organized warehouse is a crucial component of running an efficient operation. In addition to slowing down daily operations, goods can become misplaced and people can get injured if a warehouse isn’t organized. Addressing a messy warehouse might not be easy, but this post will cover how to organize and clean your warehouse: Draw up a new floor plan: The first step in organizing your warehouse is often creating a new floor plan. Make sure your floor plan allows for a smooth flow for the workday. For example, make sure inventory can move easily from receiving to... View Article


How to Choose the Right Forklift for Your Business

July 28, 2021 2:27 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Although they might look similar to the untrained eye, all forklifts aren’t created equal. The best forklift for your business might not be right for the company next door. Fortunately, identifying the forklift you need doesn’t have to be all that difficult—you just need to know what you’re looking for. Continue reading to learn a little bit more about the six different types of units and how to decide which one you need: Industrial counterbalance forklift: Also known as a warehouse truck, the industrial counterbalance forklift is the most recognizable type of forklift. These units are weighted in the back... View Article


Can I Drive a Forklift Without Training?

July 14, 2021 2:27 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Anyone who’s ever worked in a warehouse or industrial building has seen forklifts driving around lifting all sorts of different products and pallets. But even if you’ve seen them, you may wonder if you can drive a forklift without training. The answer is a definitive no! The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires anyone operating a forklift to be adequately trained and obtain a forklift certification, which lasts for three years before it needs to be renewed. The consequences of operating without training Even if it’s just for a few minutes, driving a forklift without proper training has some... View Article


How the Summer Heat Can Affect Your Forklift’s Battery

June 23, 2021 12:07 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Efficient batteries are essential for operating a forklift. Unfortunately, temperature conditions have a major impact on how forklift batteries perform. While you might think that only cold weather affects the batteries, you might be surprised to know that high temperatures have an impact on forklift battery life. Here’s what you need to know about how the summer heat effects a forklift battery. Reduced lifespan One of the main ways high temperatures have an impact on forklift battery life is its lifespan. As a general rule, for every 10-degree Fahrenheit rise in temperature, the lifespan of a sealed lead acid battery... View Article