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Analysis Series, Chapter 8: Emissions and Corporate Responsibility

Chapter 8: Emissions and Corporate Responsibility This section of this document discusses the Corporate Responsibility of the company to its employees.  By converting from fossil fuel vehicles to electrics, the pollutants employees breathe are eliminated. While...

Gas vs. Electric Lift Trucks Analysis Series, Conclusions & Recap

HCO Innovations is publishing an eight-part series as an in-depth comparative analysis and discussion on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Internal Combustion (IC) motors and Alternating Current (AC) Eletric lift truck engines, Comparison Analysis of CNG (IC) vs. AC...

Analysis Series, Chapter 6: Battery and Charging Systems

Chapter 6: Battery and Charging Systems Lift truck batteries come in all shapes and sizes. A typical battery’s dimensions and weight can vary widely depending on the truck, but in the case of the 5,000 lb. electric sit-down counterbalanced lift truck, it’s...

How Big is a Shipping Warehouse? A Comprehensive Guide

In the dynamic world of logistics and supply chain management, the size of a shipping warehouse plays a crucial role in determining the efficiency and effectiveness of storage and distribution operations. This comprehensive guide explores the various factors...

Lean Warehousing: Maximizing Efficiency and Minimizing Waste

Lean Warehousing: Maximizing Efficiency and Minimizing Waste

In today's highly competitive market, efficient warehouse management is crucial for businesses looking to improve their operational efficiency and reduce costs. Lean warehousing integrates lean principles, originally developed in the manufacturing sector, into...

How to Conduct a Thorough Warehouse Safety Assessment

How to Conduct a Thorough Warehouse Safety Assessment

Warehouse safety isn’t about clipboards and checkboxes. It’s about walking through your space, looking around, and asking the uncomfortable questions. What if someone slipped here? What if a forklift came around that corner too fast? What if the power went out right...