The eCommerce industry has grown explosively in the last several years, especially during the previous 12 months. Throughout 2020 and into 2021, many people turned to online shopping for a safer experience amid the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Companies relying on distributors and order fulfillment centers have experienced unprecedented strains due to the heavy demand for…

A new year has arrived, and there’s no better time to evaluate your business’s productivity. Often, this involves upgrading or replacing the warehouse material handling equipment you’re currently using. Below, we’re discussing everything you need to know about evaluating your warehouse’s setup. Read on to learn more! Signs You Need to Revamp Your System When…

Forklifts are essential for almost every warehouse in the United States. However, these vehicles are also responsible for a considerable portion of workplace injuries. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than 70 percent of all forklift accidents reported in the US each year could be prevented with more thorough training, better…

Manufacturers use assembly lines to break the production process into steps that are completed in a specific procedure. Typically, an employee is assigned to each step in the sequence, and the product is complete once it moves through the entire process. This method increases productivity by allowing goods to be produced in large quantities that…

Your loading dock is one of the most important areas of your warehouse – it’s where essential products and parts enter and exit. In order to maximize the profitability of your business, you need to ensure that it’s running at peak efficiency. This requires several elements working together to optimize productivity and reduce time lost…

If you own and operate a warehouse, storage facility, manufacturing plant, or picking/packing and shipping operation, your material handling systems must be reliable, consistent, and intuitive. However, as you upgrade your equipment and add new solutions to your business, you may have several questions or concerns. Luckily, A-Lined Handling Systems is here to help. As…

Whether you’re a retail establishment, a manufacturing facility, or a storage warehouse, material handling is likely crucial to your business. While many may think that this pertains solely to the storage and processing of inventory, it turns out to be a lot more than that. The actual scope of material handling includes the packaging and…

COVID-19 has brought about many changes in our lives – not just at home and around town, but in the workplace, too. Many essential businesses have had to adapt throughout the pandemic, learning and developing methods to protect their employees and customers along the way. And although all U.S. states are beginning to reopen, many…