Static electricity is most commonly associated with the everyday occurrence of walking across a rug on a cold day, touching a metal object, and experiencing a “shock”. The shock, often accompanied by a small spark at the point of contact with a metal object, is more accurately referred to as ESD (electrostatic discharge), which means the pas [...]
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ESD Classifications
Static electricity is most commonly associated with the everyday occurrence of walking across a rug on a cold day, touching a metal object, and experiencing a “shock”. The shock, often accompanied by a small spark at the point of contact with a metal object, is more accurately referred to as ESD (electrostatic discharge), which means the pas [...]
Hoist Duty Cycle Raitings…Which...
Hoists have a specific duty cycle rating. The rating specifies the amount of run time and number of starts a hoist can perform in a given amount of time. When choosing a hoist you should always pick a rating that meets or exceeds your needs. By not using the correct hoist for your application, you can run the risk of premature wear or breakdo [...]
How to Select the Perfect Safety Cabi...
Keeping your facility safe and clean is a number one priority. With that in mind we have put together this selection guide to help educate you about safety cabinets. This guide will provide the basic information to help you identify which safety cabinet is best for your workplace. It includes descriptions of cabinets and colors, storage use [...]
Need Help Selecting an Air Compressor...
If you are looking to buy an air compressor, there is a lot you need to know before you pick out the exact model you are going to buy. Whether you are looking to learn more about CFM (Cubic Ft. per Min.) or a Bell Guard, we have you covered with our new air compressor selection guide. Simply click here to learn more about air compressors, a [...]
Saftey Eyewear Selection Guide
Protecting workers’ and visitors’ eyes with safety eyewear is imperative. This guide will help you choose the protective eyewear that best fits your needs by including basic information such as descriptions of different eyewear we offer, a lens color guide and glossary of industry terms. To view all of the safety eyewear we offer, click here [...]
Industry Terminology – Closed L...
A common term we often hear in the industrial supplies space is “closed loop production”.
Closed loop production is a manufacturing resource planning model that incorporates returned products as part of the supply chain. In this model, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) takes responsibility for the return loop process. Prod [...]
Six Sigma Methodology – Industr...
In our industry, Six Sigma is one of the most talked about efficiency methodologies. While there are many benefits, companies have to evaluate if those benefits are worth the strain it puts on their business. For those unfamiliar with Six Sigma, we’ve broken the what’s, why’s, and who’s of it below.
What is Six Sigma?
Six Sigma is a managem [...]
Ergonomics in Manufacturing – I...
Ergonomics is defined as the science of designing the job, equipment, and workplace to fit the worker. Considerations for ergonomic design is seen in everything from the chairs workers sit in to the type of floor workers walk on. Ergonomic design is especially important for the manufacturing industry, since many tasks are done on a consiste [...]
Lean Manufacturing – Industry T...
Lean manufacturing or lean production is a very popular methodology for organizations to strive for in today’s global industrial setting. Rooted in the base philosophy of eliminating waste, ‘going lean’ can provide a company with many benefits. For those unfamiliar with just what lean manufacturing is and why companies strive to ‘go lean’, [...]