To get the most out of your warehouse, you need to have a very efficient storage system. Maximizing the amount of product you can store is key to maximizing your profits. That’s why it’s important to understand the different types of pallet storage and how each one is used. If you’re using the wrong type […]
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RSS feed for this sectionThe Advantages of Buying New Instead of Used
If you’re a warehouse manager looking through the ledger and seeing a lot of red, you may be tempted to start buying used pallet racks and other pieces of equipment. It seems like you could save a lot of money this way, but there are some advantages to buying new. In fact, sometimes you can […]
Warehouse Safety Part 4: Pallet Safety
Pallets are what make the storage world go round. They hold all of our cargo together, making it much easier to maneuver, stack, etc. But by mishandling pallets, one runs the risk of damaging that cargo and perhaps even others. And so, continuing with our series on Warehouse Safety, we bring you safety tips for […]
Warehouse Safet Part 3: Forklift Safety
Forklifts are a great and powerful tool that almost every warehouse and loading bay count on to get their work done. But with great power comes great responsibility. Used incorrectly, a forklift can cause damage to itself, to your product, and worse, to people. In fact, over 100 people are killed every year by forklifts. […]
Warehouse and Loading Safety Tips: The Right Equipment
The world of material handling and storage can be dangerous. Maybe it’s not quite up there with the folks you see on Ice Truckers or Axe-Men, but make no mistake, warehouses, loading bays, and freight trucks can all bring serious injury. That’s why it’s important to be safe while working with material goods. Fully loaded […]
A History of Forklifts
If you work around loading areas, warehouses, pallet racking, and delivery trucks, you know the importance of forklifts. They’re indispensible. We even have forklift ramps designed specifically for forklifts. But do you know where forklifts come from? Truth is, they’re nearing 100 years in age. Of course, they’ve changed quite a bit during that time. […]
The Different Parts of Pallet Racking
Welcome back to our series on the different components available at Murray Material Handling. In our last post, we talked about wire mesh decking and why it’s such a practical addition to any warehouse storage. This week, we are talking about the various pieces of pallet racking. Also, make sure to check out the post […]
Different Types of Pallets
We’ve said it before, but please allow us to say it again. We love pallets. A lot. They’re simply a great invention with all sorts of possibilities. A while back, we talked about the history of pallets which can find elsewhere on this blog. This time, we’d like to talk about the different types of […]