Manufacturing: Machinery and Tools - Press Releases

Enhanced Ergonomics Focus of Topper Industrial at 2016 ErgoExpo in November

LogoTopper Industrial, the leader in ergonomic and Fork Truck Free material handling equipment, will exhibit at the National Ergonomics Conference and ErgoExpo at Caesars Palace from November 15-18, 2016. Topper Industrial will exhibit at booth 500.

Seegrid Recognizes Importance of Michigan in the Automotive Sector

LogoMichigan produces more cars and trucks than any other state. It is number one in employment of industrial and mechanical engineers and is home to the headquarters of 61 of the top 100 automotive suppliers. Additionally, Michigan has a premier automotive education program. Some of the businesses likely to review the merits of VGVs in 2016 include Home Depot, CVS, and Lowe's.

Magline LiftPlus Featured in Occupational Health and Safety Magazine

LogoMagline LiftPlus is an alternative to fork trucks and the safety concerns they bring to the job. Manufacturing journalist, "This powered product demonstrates the innovation commitment to the manufacturing and materials handling sectors and those customers who requested durable, ergonomic, and quality equipment to allow safe use and transport without wasting time waiting for forklifts," said Andrea Horner, Magline vice president of marketing, in the current issue of Occupational Health & Safety magazine.

WeldingStars.com Launches a New Website Featuring the Best Reviews, and Deals on the Top Welding Equipment

LogoIt's now possible to find some amazing deals and discounts on the top welding equipment in one location. This is possible because of the new website – weldingstars.com - created by William and Donald. Finding the best deals is now much easier, especially if the users don't want to spend too much money on welding equipment. The newly launched website has information on the tips and detailed reviews readers need.

Humantech Ergonomist Ryan Cowart Reviews Magline Glyde Hand Truck

LogoHumantech Ergonomist Ryan Cowart recently interviewed Ali Patterson, Director of New Product Development at Magline about the Glyde Hand Truck. Patterson explained the reason the innovative Glyde was developed. "Magline partnered with a group of designers and engineers out of MIT that worked with drivers of Anheuser Busch for three year collecting compelling information and feedback with early prototypes. Magline took the driver feedback and integrate it into the final design."

Hytrol Pivot WCS Offers More Visibility for Improved Daily Materials Handling

LogoHytrol Warehouse Control System, Pivot, offers more visibility for improved daily materials handling. This ability creates a more efficient, more productive solution. Hytrol integration partners are using the Hytrol Pivot WCS to take control of key decisions with configuration options, including receiving item-by-item confirmation.

Topper Tube Provides Tube and Joint Material Handling System for Lean Manufacturing

LogoTopper Tube, a new division of Topper Industrial, offer a full line of tubes in a variety of colors. Tube lengths are 4 meters or 157 inches. Topper Tube is an adaptable tube & joint material handling system for lean manufacturing initiatives. The system components consist of tubes, joints, and specially designed accessories. The system can be ever-changing and provides optimal flexibility line side.

Low Corporate Tax in Michigan Drives More Manufacturers in Automotive and Growth Trajectory for Seegrid VGVs

LogoMichigan's competitiveness is due in part to the simple, fair, and efficient 6 percent corporate tax, and the elimination of industrial personal property taxes that will cut $372 million for businesses by 2020. Some of the businesses likely to review the merits of VGVs in 2016 include Home Depot, CVS, and Lowe's.

Liftplus by Magline Featured at Upcoming ErgoExpo

LogoMagline will exhibit at the National Ergonomics Conference and ErgoExpo at Caesars Palace from November 15-18, 2016. Magline will exhibit at booth 538. Magline will showcase the new innovative LiftPlus among other ergonomically designed delivery products.

Materials Management Tops Seegrid Survey of Manufacturing Executives

LogoSeegrid, the pioneer and leader in three-dimensional vision navigation, engaged an independent third party market research firm to conduct a comprehensive survey of the challenges facing senior executives from large manufacturing and distribution corporations. The findings indicate that the top challenges include labor costs, materials management, downtime, safety, and productivity. Today, fifty percent of manufacturing expenses are tied up in materials, reinforcing the critical nature of efficient materials movement and management. This sentiment was further emphasized by Jeff Christensen, VP of Products and Services with Seegrid who stated, "$22,000 is the total cost of one minute of production downtime in the automotive industry, a frequent adopter of materials handling lean methodologies. At that rate, cost-savings are not optional, they are required."

TheToolBoss.com Reveals the Secrets to Selecting High-Quality Consumer and Construction-Grade Power Tools

Many DIY and construction tasks get done faster with power tools. It's no secret that the tool industry is worth billions. And it's all thanks to the legions of consumers and builders buying power tools daily. The trouble is; many buyers often make ill-informed purchasing decisions.

Humantech Ergonomist Mike Hoonhorst Discusses Critical Value Proposition of LiftPlus Ergonomic

LogoHumantech Ergonomist, Mike Hoonhorst, recently interviewed Stewart Burton, General Manager of Applied Research and Development for Magline about the Magliner LiftPlus System. Burton highlighted some of the key features on the video, "The LiftPlus was designed for ease of use, higher productivity, and to keep workers on the job and free from injuries; lifting 350 pounds easily with an all-metal frame platform and a screw-driven lift that delivers smooth precision that hydraulics or chains just cannot match."

Hytrol Announced Chris Woodall as Connex Product Manager

LogoHytrol, an industry expert in automated material handling solutions, announced the appointment of Chris Woodall to the position of Connex Product Manager. Woodall will transition from Integrator Services into his new role, where he will lead the efforts of making the Connex brand a world-class product.

SPS Spindle Puts Customers First

SPS Spindle Parts & Service, LLC, an authority on everything spindle-related, has had a customer-first mentality since day one. This is one of the many reasons that they have become such a specialized authority across New England. SPS's employees follow a strict code of company values to ensure all clients get treated like family. The first pillar of ethics followed by the company is their dedication to honesty. By setting realistic expectations, the company builds valuable relationships with its customers that results in return business and new referrals. The company also strives to reinvest into their company to provide their team members the correct tools to get any job done.

SPS Spindle Discusses Capellini Electrospindles and Their Belt-Drive Spindles

SPS Spindle is known across the Northeastern United States as one of the top spindle motor repair companies for many reasons.

Topper Industrial Sees Material Handling Ergonomists Take Center Stage at Upcoming ErgoExpo

LogoManual material handling (MMH) work contributes to a large percentage of the over half a million cases of musculoskeletal disorders reported annually in the United States. Musculoskeletal disorders often involve strains and sprains to the lower back, shoulders, and upper limbs. They can result in protracted pain, disability, medical treatment, and financial stress for those afflicted with them; employers often find themselves paying the bill, either directly or through workers' compensation insurance, at the same time they must cope with the loss of the full capacity of their workers.

CooLift Pallet Mover Decreases Account Service Time and Reduces Product Touches

LogoMagline, manufacturer of innovative lightweight route distribution solutions, recently introduced the CooLift Pallet Mover. The CooLift will decrease account service time and reduce product touches when merchandising.

October 2016 Employee Anniversaries Totaling over 580 Years of Service Celebrated at Hytrol Conveyor

LogoHytrol Conveyor Company, Inc. is proud to recognize the employees celebrating their anniversary of dedicated service to Hytrol. Employees with an October anniversary start date have more than 580 years of service.

Distribution Centers Transforming Due to Hytrol Pivot Warehouse Control System

LogoHytrol Pivot Warehouse Control System (WCS) has been installed in many operations because customers commonly request that the product complement existing information systems without duplicating functions managed by other systems. This keeps the cost low and reduces risk by decreasing the implementation complexity. The WCS was highlighted in the recent issue of Robotics and Automation News magazine. Manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler authored the feature article reporting on how Pivot gathers order information.

Seegrid Part of the Michigan Automotive Industry Recovery

LogoForty-five thousand jobs have been created since 2009 specific to automotive manufacturing. Some of the businesses likely to review the merits of VGVs in 2016 include Home Depot, CVS, and Lowe's.

Topper Tube Part of Fork Truck Free Movement Provides Flexibility Suited for Numerous Applications

LogoTopper Industrial's Topper Tube Division is a pipe joint system that is a smart, dynamic, and flexible system which can be suited for numerous applications. This dynamic pipe joint system has numerous advantages including easy to handle components made of light-weight materials.

SGR Was Featured as the Best Planetary Gearbox Manufacturer in China

SGR today announced that they have been featured as the best planetary gearbox manufacturer in China. This was after a survey that brought together all gearbox manufacturers. The aim of the survey was to review latest technology, innovation, progress and development in gearbox manufacturing industry.

Topper Industrial Division Topper Tube Provides Full Line Casters for Manufacturing Tubing Needs

LogoTopper Tube, a new division of Topper Industrial, offers a full line of casters to meet a variety of needs. Topper Tube is an adaptable tube & joint material handling system for lean manufacturing initiatives. The system components consist of tubes, joints, and specially designed accessories. The system can be ever-changing and provides optimal flexibility line side.

Seegrid Michigan Robotics Leadership Initiative Profiled in Robotics and Automation News

LogoSeegrid, the pioneer and leader in vision-based autonomous industrial vehicles, announced the addition of Pete Chryplewicz to the company's strategic account sales team. Chryplewicz will be heading up the important Detroit, Michigan robotics leadership initiative. Chryplewicz was recently profiled in Robotics and Automation News.

Hytrol Details Critical Quality Assurance Factors in Lean Manufacturing

LogoChris Shepard, Hytrol's Manager of Quality Assurance, recently shared the most important factors in quality assurance. "It's imperative in Lean Manufacturing that quality is assured. In a Lean environment you eliminate waste, and there's no greater waste or cost to eliminate than a quality issue. Between lost hours and lost material, quality issues are costly to your company and, ultimately, to your customer," noted Shepard.