Technology

The BHS Guide to Forklift Battery Room Best Practices

The battery room is an integral part of the day-to-day operations of any warehouse, and it is imperative to include its layout in the original floor plan of any warehouse. The location of the battery room should minimize the time spent traveling between the room and other work areas. If the industrial lift truck fleet is dispersed throughout the warehouse or distribution center, a centrally located battery room would...

3D Printing and Its Impact on the Supply Chain

As 3D printing continues to take a more prominent role in manufacturing, there’s no doubt it’s transforming the supply chain as we know it. Industries of all kinds are beginning to understand the potential of the technology. And with increased adoption, we soon will see big changes in the manufacturing process as well as the supply chain process which surround it. Here are three ways we expect the process...

Drone Package Delivery

Future of the Industry or Just a Bunch of Science Fiction?   Lately there’s been a lot of talk about the prospect of drone package delivery. You may have seen the now famous 60 Minutes segment with Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos’s revelation of a drone project in the works. Or perhaps you read FedEx CEO Fred Smith’s admission that they too had several drone studies underway. Is it all...

Dock Safety

Docks are very busy places and represent a significant risk for an accident or incident, particularly during busy seasons.  There are some things you can do to reduce this risk and demonstrate the intention of creating a safe work environment for the employees that operate on or around your docks. Institute a service program – Having a professional source examine and service your docks, levelers and doors on a...

A Guide to Choosing the Right Conveyors

Companies looking to replace long repetitive runs of products through facilities often end up looking at conveyors to reduce costs and improve efficiency.  What type of conveyor you choose depends largely upon the application, space and budget.  Your facility would likely utilize more than one type of conveyor, and knowing what type is best for each application means a great deal in the bottom-line efficiency of your application. A...