The Great Battery Technology Race Lithium or Lead?
Battery technology is expanding, bringing with it a wealth of new choices for consumers. Perhaps most recognized among recent changes for forklift users has been the introduction of lithium-ion batteries into the market, a technology providing a new option in an industry long dominated by lead acid. But lithium’s foothold remains a small percentage of the marketplace, as experts say it is cost-prohibitive for many material...
The surprising secret behind amazing hires
Are you hiring top talent with the right degrees and experience, but something still seems to be missing? Imagine the capability of taking it a step further, beyond the candidate’s credentials and measuring if they’re truly capable of handling the position you are hiring for. Focusing more on the competencies of a candidate, rather than credentials, will allow you to do just that. It’s reported that 31% of organizations have yet to...
Forklift-International.com offers webinar on best online tools to sell forklifts
Material Handling Wholesaler, Material Handling Network and Forklift-International.com will present a special no-cost one-hour webinar about the best online tools to help maximize online buying and selling of forklift trucks and accessories on Wednesday, March 6th at 10:00 AM (Central Time). Featured speakers include Hubert Mühldorfer, Forklift Founder and CEO and Christoph Schmid, Forklift Managing Director. BUY AND SELL WEBSITES our...
5 double-edged sword philosophies that lead to Destructive Company Culture
Most of us spend the majority of our time at the office or actively working inside or as part of a human work system. Whether we are conscious to it or not, the corporate culture of an organization can make or break how we feel about the organization and our place in it. While most awake and aware leaders say they want a constructive corporate culture, many are uncertain of what it really takes to shape it. Consequently, these...
Hard Hat turns 100, Inventors family celebrates all year
Women got the vote. Prohibition began. The Treaty of Versailles was signed. The National Football League was founded. And, the construction industry was forever changed by the invention of an often overlooked but significant worker safety advancement – the hard hat. And, while perhaps not considered a great technological invention now, at the time the invention of the hard hat revolutionized and galvanized the businesses and the...
Companies typically Underinvest in Managers. Here are 12 ways to Invest in Yourself
Yes, we all agree that managers often draw the short straw in terms of training opportunities. But David Deacon says the most important part of your job is not about technical skills anyway; it’s about attitude and intention (and those ARE under your control) We all know managers do crucial work. They shape culture, improve employee performance, drive creativity and innovation. And yet, fewer training dollars are typically...
The Case for Automation and Machine Tending
If you are in the machining business, the chances are pretty good that you’ve heard the adage, “if the machine isn’t running, you’re not making money.” While there is obviously more to keeping your business running, it’s true that your ability to make widgets for a customer relates directly to getting paid. If you want to increase revenue, you need to make more parts! Of course, there are limitations to how many parts you can make in...
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