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Where to Find Quality Hotel Moving Equipment

December 18, 2012

The uses for industrial equipment go well outside today’s largest warehouses and factories. Indeed, these customers are only a small part of who most industrial equipment suppliers serve with their wide range of products. For those in the hotel industry, this is hardly news. Most hotel owners and operators know that the best hotel equipment comes from major industrial equipment suppliers who can easily purchase bulk orders of things like rolling luggage racks and laundry equipment that’s essential for daily operations.

Transport Large Objects with Fixture Movers

December 17, 2012

Transportation of industrial equipment leads many to believe that it belongs in warehouses, factories, and other complex commercial environments that the vast majority of people don’t deal with every day. This equipment, however, is actually essential to those in the retail industry.

Moving Accessories Distributor

Moving can be a headache, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact as with any job, having the right tool can make all the difference. Moving items, no matter the shape, size, weight or configuration can be easy if you have the right accessories, including but not limited to hand trucks, dollies, carts, hoists, lifts, straps and other accessories.

Harper Hand Truck Supplier

December 14, 2012

When shopping for hand trucks, there are few brands that compare to Harper. The company has long been one of the top suppliers of hand trucks to commercial and industrial business throughout the United States and the world, and that’s largely a sign of its continued commitment to great quality and a diverse line of…

Baron Sperical Casters by Shepherd

An often-overlooked yet extremely vital accessory is the caster. We very often take for granted the convenience provided by the small, forgettable wheels and casters found on the bottom of many pieces of furniture and equipment that we come in contact with daily. Because they are often overlooked we also fail to recognize the vast variety that is available and the importance of having just the right caster for the furniture and job. So, when it comes to casters, choose wisely.

Load Capacity for Casters

December 13, 2012

Before shopping for new ora replacement casters, customers should be aware that not all of these wheels are created equally. All too often, people assume that a wheel is simply a wheel, and that it will be able to easily function in any application. This could not be further from the truth, however. Casters are sold based on a maximum rated weight capacity, and this determines exactly where they’re useful. Light casters are good for rolling furniture, while heavier casters need to be purchased for industrial equipment or heavier uses.

What is a Straddle Stacker?

December 12, 2012

For customers who are building their own industrial or warehouse facility, there are a number of tools that will make the job easier. Chief among these is the straddle stacker, or pallet stacker, which is used to easily maneuver a series of pallets through a cramped storage space within warehouse areas and other commercial facilities. These essential pieces of equipment are far more versatile than traditional forklifts, and they have some great benefits for warehouse operations that are short on space and staff members.

Moving Industrial Equipment Around

December 7, 2012

Commercial and industrial businesses are often associated with moving rather heavy objects around their facility, whether it’s between the production floor and shipment vehicles or simply between pieces of machinery. Every so often, however, those same businesses must actually move their own heavy machinery to a new place in order to promote greater efficiency on the production floor or make way for a brand new piece of equipment. This can be a rather challenging endeavor without the right equipment, so business owners are encouraged to plan ahead and secure the right tools for the job in advance. Typically, moving industrial equipment around will require a good combination of lifts, hand trucks, and even platform trucks, in order to make sure that no piece of equipment is too heavy or unwieldy to be satisfactorily relocated.

Shepherd Casters for Hardwood Floors

November 29, 2012

Maintaining Your Investment Anyone who has a hardwood floor in their home or business understands the care and attention that is needed to keep it in pristine condition. Depending on the finish, the softness or hardness of the wood and other details, there are many aspects to take into consideration when deciding how best to…

Material Handling Equipment Supplier

November 26, 2012

When industrial businesses want to boost their efficiency and productivity, and get a job done using far less time, they immediately turn to material handling equipment. Whether that means heavy duty casters, dollies, hand trucks, or other equipment, they’re presented with a wide range of products that can help to transport heavy loads quickly and…