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Is it time to get your forklift a new set of wheels?
The condition of forklift tires is a crucial, yet overlooked aspect to many warehouses. Forklifts are generally responsible for carrying nearly 10,000 pounds with no suspension to cushion the ride. Meaning, your forklift tires carry all of the liability and load weight. This is why it is so important to give your forklifts the attention that they need, and to check the tires frequently in order to prevent safety hazards, as well as facility and forklift damage. So, what specifically is at stake when you operate a forklift with damaged tires? Your Operator’s Safety Similar to any equipment or machinery that requires tires, we know that they do not last forever, […]
The Complete Warehouse Solution
As a company offering full warehouse solutions, we focus on making sure that we are engineering the perfect fit for your company. As you construct a brand new facility or expand existing space, we serve as a one stop shop when it comes to designing the layout of your new warehouse space. Beginning with a complete site inspection, the dedicated engineers and sales consultants within our company are able to recommend warehouse storage and automation solutions to optimize the efficiency in your new or existing warehouse space. We feature automated guided vehicles (AGVs), automated storage retrieval systems (AS/RS), as well as vertical storage systems and conveyors to get jobs done quickly […]
Looking for a way to reduce product damage in your warehouse?
The Lazer Tracker™ alignment system is a great way to assist forklift operators in pinpointing fork tip placement, making for a much safer and efficient pick. This tool also remembers preset forklift levels, which also help to improve safety and productivity all around. Contact our parts department today 800-634-9010! http://www.imhlifts.com/contact-us/ Purchase now through September 30th to receive 10% off your purchase!
FORKLIFT SIMULATOR DEMO DAY – HOSTED BY ILLINOIS MATERIAL HANDLING
Illinois Material Handling, a member of the Wolter Group LLC, will be hosting the company’s first virtual reality (VR) forklift simulator demo on June 12th, 2018, in honor of National Forklift Safety Day. Forklift Simulator training allows operators to train using real forklift controls in a controlled, yet realistic environment. Virtual reality forklift driving is preferable for training new employees with little to no training, while correcting the old habits of experienced drivers. This is a free event, beginning with an introduction to the Forklift Simulator, followed by a live demo and the opportunity for attendees to try the simulator for themselves. Join Illinois Material Handling for a firsthand […]
Wisconsin Lift Truck and Illinois Material Handling Enhance Forklift Operator Training with Virtual Reality Simulators
Wisconsin Lift Truck & Illinois Material Handing, one of the Midwest’s leaders in certified forklift training, expands its safety training portfolio to include Virtual Reality Simulators for purchase or rent, to incorporate into customer training curriculums. Forklift operators experience realistic forklift controls, maneuverability and the challenges of moving product(s) and pallets all in a controlled environment with the use of VR googles. With today’s limitedworkforce talent, companies must be ready to bring workers on board whom are new to the industry. To get them up to speed quickly, it’s time to consider a new and innovative approach such as virtual reality. Not only do VR forklift simulators enhance the learning […]
Virtual Reality Brings Your Industrial Workplace to Life
Join us for our Forklift Simulator Demo Day on June 12th, 2018! Forklift simulator training allows operators to develop their skills using real forklift controls, in a controlled yet realistic environment. Preferable for training new employees with little to no training, and correcting the old habits of experienced drivers. Stop by our facility on June 12th to take the simulator for a spin- virtually speaking! Why Use a Simulator Vs Traditional Training? Improved Safety: Zero accidents, injuries and product damage Increased Productivity: Keep productive forklifts in operation Space-Saving: Multi-sensory training for better retention Track-ability: Learning Management System records driver behavior Engaging: Fun & cutting edge technology […]
Design your facility with employee safety in mind
When looking at the functionality of your warehouse, your main objective should be to identify risks associated with your key operations. It is clearly understood that in order to run a successful operation it is necessary to find the most efficient way to perform each task, but it’s crucial to look at the bigger picture. Before looking at the best ways to make your warehouse more streamlined, you must ask yourself if you have designed an environment that invokes safe working habits. The first step is to make sure that the expectations you hold for your forklift operators align with OSHA’s. Each year there are 85 forklift fatalities, and 34,960 […]
Keep it Simple – Not Everyone Needs a High-Tech Forklift
Forklifts have gone high-tech, but not everyone needs all the bells and whistles. Here’s how to determine when a more basic truck might be the right way to go. By Toby Gooley In some ways, figuring out what you need in a forklift is a lot like deciding what kind of car to buy. Some people need basic transportation just to get from one place to another; some drive long stretches and need dependable, comfortable cars that can stand up to heavy use; and some use their cars as offices on wheels and want luxury vehicles with productivity-enhancing technologies like hands-free communication. For that reason, automakers offer a wide […]
Replace rolling ladders to improve safety & efficiency in the workplace
Have you ever heard of a Task Support Vehicle (TSV)? Although a TSV is not necessarily a new concept, a TSV is becoming a very popular piece of equipment because of the increased picking efficiency, and narrow aisle maneuverability. Not to mention, this is a much safer solution for employees. A TSV is an electric unit that combines elevating work platforms, order pickers, and tuggers all into one unit. The operator is lifted up to 192 inches off the floor, and can work in aisles under 7 feet. Maintenance Departments like this equipment as a means to safely work in areas of overhead building repairs and service intervals. The unit […]
Adding warning lights to your safety procedure can help eliminate injuries
Each individual working in an environment where forklifts are present has likely gotten the same spiel regarding the hazards of this almighty machine. Repetitive this lesson may be, it is unquestionably one of the most important lessons you will learn. It is crucial to realize that 40% of all forklift accidents involve pedestrians. The bright side? This can be avoided with awareness of ones surroundings and a little help from the Red-Zone Warning Light. The Red-Zone shows pedestrians a lit section to designate where they should and should not be standing. This section is called the ‘Halo Zone.’ Once the light is attached to each side of your forklift, the […]
