Avery Products — the Brea, California, based manufacturer of labels, name badges, business cards, dividers and other products — recently unveiled a new free app that can be used with Google Docs to make a variety of popular Avery labels and name badges. Called the Avery Label Merge, the new add-on lets you do everything … Read more
If your business works with any type of chemicals — from industrial solvents to cleaning supplies — you are legally obligated to provide access to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for each and every chemical at all times. The reason for this is simple: In the event of an accident or exposure to a chemical, … Read more
Managers at Asmus Farm Supply, in Rake, Iowa, had a problem. The heating and cooling bills for their 40-foot-high warehouse were unbearable. But just as unbearable were the oppressive heat and cold that their employees had to endure. The solution? Asmus installed two high-volume, low-speed fans that recirculated heated air back down the floor level, … Read more
For Seegrid Corp. — the Pittsburgh-based manufacturer of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for warehouses, factories and other industrial applications — 2013 was a record-breaking year. But that is just the latest in a series of sales growths that the company has experienced, according to Amanda Merrell, Seegrid’s marketing director. “AGVs are becoming the solution of … Read more
Here’s a special sneak preview of the articles you will find on the Bahrns blog this week: We use stepladders to make hard to reach jobs easier. But they also can be extremely dangerous if used incorrectly. We’ll tell you what you need to know to use them safely. Quick: Where is your MSDS three-ring … Read more
Stepladders are commonly found in practically any work environment. They provide a handy, efficient way to reach elevated work areas quickly and conveniently. But they also are potentially dangerous and can result in injury and even death if used incorrectly. Training workers to follow good safety practices while using stepladders is the easiest way … Read more
Seegrid , the Pittsburgh-based manufacturer of driverless industrial vehicles, will participate in next month’s enormous CeMat 2014 trade show in Hanover, Germany. During the expo, which is scheduled for May 19 to 23, Seegrid will unveil new products for the European market that will allow companies to build efficiency and ensure agility in a dynamic … Read more
As this year’s cold and snowy winter makes way for a rainy April, it’s never too early to start thinking about your lawn and its watering requirements. While spring brings many areas plenty of rain, soon this may give way to the drier, more arid conditions of summer. That’s why it’s important that you have … Read more
XPO Logistics has finalized its purchase of Pacer International for $335, the company announced in a news release. The acquisition of the Dublin, Ohio, trucking company makes XPO North America’s largest intermodal services provider and the largest cross-border Mexico provider. The company has contracts with rail carriers tha allow it to provide access to more … Read more
How can you determine if a manufacturing company is legitimate and trustworthy? Networking with other professionals within your industry is one of the best first sources for learning about new, trustworthy manufacturers. Keep in touch with peers you meet at trade shows, conventions and other industry events, as well as current and former coworkers and … Read more
