A few years back, ride-sharing startups like Uber and Lyft changed the way many people got around, especially in big cities. They also decimated the taxi cab industry. A few years later, the Airbnb startup changed way travelers found accommodations in different cities. It also ate into the market share of local hotels. Now, a … Read more
Here is a special sneak preview of some of the stories you will find coming soon to the Bahrns blog: In many areas of the US, Autumn means it’s harvest time. We’ll take a look at some of the most effective ways to improve safety in places that work with grains … In the same way … Read more
Picking and sorting operations have become increasingly important to many businesses in recent years. Thanks to the rise in popularity of online ordering, most businesses today are desperately looking for any way they can get products to customers faster and with fewer mistakes and/or damage. So finding innovative ways to speed up picking and sorting … Read more
Most shops have an air compressor lying around somewhere. These helpful devices use compressed air to power some of the most common tools in the workshop, including drills, grinders, nail guns, sanders, spray guns, and even staplers. But how do air compressors actually work? And can they be repaired in-house if they break down, or … Read more
Here is a special sneak preview of some of the stories you will find coming soon on the Bahrns blog: Air compressors are one of those tools found in practically every shop or work site. But how do they actually work? We’ll go inside and take a look … “Speed up picking and sorting ops” … Read more
If you are considering replacing your existing workbench, it’s probably been a while since you’ve gone shopping for a new one. That’s because workbenches tend to last a long time — in some cases decades — before they need to be replaced. Workbenches typically are one of the sturdiest pieces of equipment in any shop, … Read more
Most people who work in offices spend a lot of time sitting behind a desk looking at a computer. While that may sound low-stress, maintaining the same position for hours at a time actually can put a lot of strain on the body, especially the lower back. Some new technologies, including stand-up desks, can help … Read more
Here is a special sneak preview of some of the stories you will find coming soon to the Bahrns blog: Workbenches are one of those things you probably buy only once or twice in your lifetime. That’s why it’s important to make the right choice. We’ll show you exactly what to look for … Sitting in … Read more
Aluminum platform trucks are one of the most convenient, efficient, and cost-effective ways to move small loads through your business. But using aluminum platform trucks improperly can result in tip-over accidents and other disasters that can result in damaged or ruined products and the potential for employee injuries. Here are five things NOT to do … Read more
Women comprise 44 percent of the US labor force, but only 6 percent of the nation’s truck drivers. Now a group called Women in Trucking (WIT) wants to change all that. One of the ways they plan to do that is to introduce the concept of women truck drivers to young girls at an early … Read more
