Leading technology for bio-based plastics
Sulzer’s integrated polylactide technology helps to build a sustainable future Bio-based, biodegradable and 100% recyclable to a virgin form — these are the main advantages of plastics made from polylactic acid (PLA). With a longstanding experience in lactide purification and PLA polymerization, Sulzer delivers process know-how and key equipment in this sector. Alex Battù and Simone Ferrero, from the Polymer Technology group, look at...
Winkle Industries answers questions about Lifting Magnets, Power Supply Sources and Electrical Systems
Some magnets are simple like the hand held units that hold paper clips or which affix photos, calendars and notes to metal. However, magnets placed on mobile material handlers to lift metal are much more complicated. Mark Volansky, Winkle Industries’ Director of Sales, answers some of the most popular questions often asked about lifting magnets, power supply sources and electrical control systems. Is there equipment available that...
The Army Physical Fitness Test made me a Great Leader (Not for the reasons you expect.)
The outgoing US Army Physical Fitness Test (the APFT, of course) was a simple military training event that taught me the core of leadership, integrity, and ethics for my military and post-military career. The APFT is a three-event test: (1) two minutes of push-ups, (2) two minutes of sit-ups, and (3) a timed two-mile run. The APFT, although simple and uncomplicated, is a hallmark of my leadership. Rather than a benign example, the...
The Green Light for Safety: Ensuring Safety with Heavy-Haul Trailers
Safety on the job-site is easy to recognize with hardhats, earplugs and blinding neon vests. But beyond the jobsite, when hauling equipment from one location to the next, for instance, how can safety be ensured? It all comes down to the load and the road. Choose Wisely Optimizing the safety of drivers and others when hauling large equipment, such as excavators, crushers and conveyors, begins long before the wheels start spinning — it...
ProGMA Pioneers Pick Module Safety
The Protective Guarding Manufacturers Association (ProGMA) has published a blog to supplement its latest video on safety at pick modules. The video can be viewed at mhi.org/progma/videos. Here at ProGMA, we have produced a series of educational videos on protective guarding equipment in the material handling industry. ProGMA members provide fixed protective guarding products to protect personnel, equipment, and inventory in...
Why Managing Remotely is so Tough—and Eight Ways to Make It Easier
Managing remote teams is a whole different ballgame. Yet in the age of flex work, satellite offices, and telecommuting, mastering this skill set is no longer optional. David Deacon shares some best practices that help self-determined managers connect with employees at a distance Managing remotely has quickly become the norm in today’s work world. And yet, it’s not easy. With more employees working remotely or on flex...
Economical and environmentally-friendly on-site production
The storage technology specialist KASTO Maschinenbau has expanded its new plant construction service portfolio – the company now offers mobile cassette production on site for its automatic UNICOMPACT long goods storage system. Robot-supported processes ensure a consistently-high and certified standard of quality. Warehouse operators benefit from significantly lower transport costs – and production on the customer’s site also has...
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