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Three Ways To Improve The Human-Robot Working Relationship
by MHI Industry Group Blog, Warehouse Automation Historically, industrial robotic automation used in manufacturing and distribution applications required perimeter guarding and other safety mechanisms to prevent contact between personnel and the robot. Not anymore, however. With advances in sensor technologies […]
Pair Ergonomic Solutions For Safer Pick-And-Place
by MHI Industry Group Blog, Ergonomics and Safety With the bulk of workers’ compensation overexertion claims associated with manual material handling — like pulling, pushing, lifting, carrying, holding and reaching — it’s important to look for ergonomic assist equipment that […]
Kroger provides blueprint for business during COVID-19
Kroger recently published a guide of best practices and business advice on business re-entry during COVID-19 titled “Blueprint for Businesses.” This Blueprint is part of Kroger’s initiative to share what they have learned during the pandemic, including best practices and […]
A Look at COVID-19 Challenges: Logistics vs. Supply and Demand
The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) has dealt with many disasters over the last 10 years but facing COVID-19 has presented unique challenges. Unlike a fire, flood or hurricane, that creates physical barriers and hinders the transportation of food and […]
Choosing The Most Ergonomic Wheels For Your Application: Seven Areas To Evaluate
Article by MHI Industry Group Blog, Ergonomics and Safety Outfitting manual material handling carts with the wheel or caster that best matches a given application is an ideal way to achieve both higher efficiency and improved ergonomics for workers. Because […]
PioneerIWS Shifts Production to Hospital Cots to Aid COVID-19 Fight
MHI member companies are among the leading suppliers in manufacturing and supply chain and with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of these companies have been doing amazing things to better the safety of our citizens and the security […]