As you probably already know, it’s extremely important to maintain a clear flue space in your pallet racking. According to the National Fire Protection Association, the longitudinal flue space must remain clear at all times with a 6″ separation between racks in the down-aisle direction. While a clear transverse flue space is also important, the longitudinal flue space allows heat […]
How to Keep Facility Aisleways Safe for Employees
Anywhere that you find large machinery, heavy items, and people all together, accidents are a possibility. Even though pallet racks are generally a very safe form of storage – especially if you’re using high-quality pallet rack safety solutions – dangers still exist. Whether you’re improving safety at your industrial manufacturing facility, distribution center, or warehouse, here are some […]
Backstop Beam vs. Rack Safety Strap
In your facility, how can you make sure you are properly protecting your workers and inventory? Hiring the right people, training them, and making sure they have the tools needed to do their jobs safely are a given. And naturally, you want to use affordable solutions that help to keep your warehouse productive while minimizing […]
The Danger of a Warehouse Fire
They may not occur every day, but the danger of a warehouse fire is persistent. Protecting your business, and especially your employees and inventory, in the event of a fire is more than a matter of having the right insurance coverage or a well-planned evacuation procedure. The Danger of a Warehouse Fire Between 2009-2013, U.S. […]
Common Warehouse Hazards
Warehouse and distribution center hazards can present high-risk environments to your employees and your inventory. But being aware of these common warehouse hazards helps you keep your employees safe and your products undamaged. Here are some of the most common warehouse hazards – and the most dangerous – according to the 2018 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index […]
How are Rack Safety Solutions Made?
We put a lot of care into our warehouse safety products. Your inventory and the safety of your employees depend on them! Our rack safety solutions are made to be the simplest and most effective solution for your warehouse safety needs. Our Process We start making our pallet rack netting and safety straps with premium cargo […]
How to Reduce Product Loss in Your Warehouse
Do you find yourself wondering how to reduce product loss in your warehouse? There’s a lot at stake when your job involves maintaining an efficient and safe work environment. Making efforts to increase safety and reduce product loss can help to protect your workers and stabilize your budget. In addition, it will keep you on […]
Warehouse Safety Awareness [Infographic]
You probably already understand that warehouse safety awareness is an important element to your workplace. According to statistics from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fire departments in the US respond to an estimated average of 1,210 fires in warehouses every year. Warehouse fires result in an annual average of $155 million in direct property damage; these […]
Do I Need a Fixed or Sliding Safety Net?
Better protection for your business and employees starts with better products. Choosing the right pallet rack safety solution can make your work safer and more efficient by preventing accidents and broken inventory. Rack safety nets may be the perfect solution. They protect the items on your shelves and the employees who work around them. But […]
4 Ways to Prepare for an Internal Safety Audit
Internal safety audits are vital to your warehouse or worksite. A good internal safety audit will cover every part of your facility and ensure that all workers can perform all their duties safely. During the audit, you will make assessments to ensure compliance with building and fire codes and other workplace standards. You know that […]