Distribution center safety is essential as the explosion of fulfillment operations continues its upward projection. The current warehouse space real estate boasts just a 4.7% vacancy. In fact, James Breeze, senior director, global head of Industrial & Logistics Research for CBRE, said “At the end of the third quarter of 2020, more than 312 million square […]
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5 Warehouse Picking Best Practices
CBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm, looked at the rise in fulfillment centers which directly impacts warehouse picking best practices. As demand for distribution centers and storage space rises – net absorption is projected to reach nearly 250 million sq. ft. in 2021 – additional space, inventory, and employees means more attention […]
How Flue Space & Warehouse Fire Protection Go Hand-in-Hand
Your flue spaces and your overall warehouse fire protection efforts are directly connected. This relationship is also closely intertwined with your rack design and the layout of your facility. Though all of these factors are certainly complex and ever-changing, you really just need to know these top five things in regards to sprinkler codes as […]
Material Handling Safety Solutions – How It All Started
I was visiting one of our Bednet® fleet customer’s facilities when he asked me, “Could you do anything to protect my aisles? We had a pallet pushed in too far and it knocked another into the floor. Now I don’t sleep.” It seemed like a small thing at the time but served as the catalyst […]
Individualized Warehouse Employee Training: Why It Works
In the 21st century, customization is expected in just about every facet of our lives. Why should training your warehouse employees look any different? Every member of your team likely plays a unique and important role. Not to mention, some of your employees may be required to adapt to better accommodate the new normal for […]
Improving Mental Health for Warehouse Workers
You and your employees may be finally hitting your groove with the new normal for safety in manufacturing and warehousing. However, as high as spirits may seem, it’s as important as ever to remain mindful of essential workers and their mental health. To keep anyone from getting stuck in a rut during the busy holiday […]
How Rack Safety Solutions Help Warehouse Sprinkler Systems
Your warehouse would likely look pretty empty without your pallet racking. The same principle applies if you didn’t have warehouse sprinkler systems. After all, they safeguard everything of value in your facility in the event of a fire. But how can you help your pallet racking be even safer and your sprinkler system even more […]
Choosing the Right Fire Protection Products for Your Warehouse
Proper fire protection implementations are necessary to keep your inventory and your employees safe. The law also requires them. However, it may not always be obvious which products are right for you. Here’s our guide to help you choose the right fire protection products for your warehouse. Consider all the regulations The Top 5 Things […]
Integrating AI and Warehouse Safety
Before you dive into integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and warehouse safety in your operation, there are some important things to consider. Automation can certainly be helpful. After all, it’s the future of warehousing and manufacturing, and it’s already happening in many places. That being said, you should ensure that you understand automation and warehouse safety […]
Top 5 Things To Know About Warehouse Sprinkler Fire Codes
As a material handling professional — and likely an essential worker dealing with a pandemic, no less — it may be easy to fall behind when it comes to certain protocols. As you navigate how to maintain the productivity and safety of yourself and your team, don’t forget about fire protection. Here are the top […]