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Benefits of Upgrading Your Materials Handling System in 2014

May 20, 2014

In 2014, speed will be the buzzword compelling businesses to upgrade their handling systems so that competition does not leave them gasping in the dust. Neglecting necessary upgrades will directly increase operational risks, suppress your company’s reliability and efficiency and undermine diagnostics needed to continue improving maintenance.

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Dura-Dock: An Outdoor Dock Lift Built to Last in Hostile Environments

April 20, 2014
outdoor dock lift

No matter your reason for needing a loading dock lift, you’ll get nothing but quality with the Dura-Dock lift from Southworth Products. In fact, it’s not just a reliable and safe lifting mechanism, it’s also designed and engineered to stand up to even the most treacherous environments for long-lasting success.

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The Benefits of Using a Mezzanine System In Your Warehouse

March 15, 2014
Warehouse Mezzanine Diagram

These versatile systems consist of semi-permanent flooring that can be free-standing or attached to walls or floors. Mezzanines make the most of existing vertical space that often goes under- or completely un-used. Here are a few of the benefits that mezzanine systems offer to your warehouse, distribution center, retail establishment, office or workspace.

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Improvements in Overhead Manufacturing Systems and Ergonomics

February 15, 2014
Warehouse Workers Using Material Handling Equipment

As technology continues to improve, overhead handling solutions have grown more ergonomic, customized and safe—all factors that improve productivity and equipment longevity. While the basic function of overhead handling equipment remains the same—to raise, hold and lower items—the integration of intelligent electronics has led to improved value, such as enhanced ergonomic features and sophisticated performance reporting capacity.

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