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Image via Flickr KarmaCat_SF Working in a warehouse can be dangerous and difficult. That’s why Crown Equipment Corporation designed a forklift with more ergonomic features to prevent injuries for warehouse workers. The company has received awards for its design. Take a look at the new Crown SC 6000 series forklift, and read what businesses are…
Image via Flickr by upton After two decades of economic growth and prosperity in China, the country has finally started to slow down. Countries that typically outsource to China are finding less expensive places to do business. Plus, China is not replenishing its population at a fast enough rate to replenish the workforce. Despite the…
Image via Flickr by dave_7 The American Trucking Associations’ seasonally adjusted Truck Tonnage Index in the for-hire sector increased by 0.6 percent following a 4.7 percent gain in November. This last bump pushed the year 6.2 percent higher for the best performance since 1998. December’s index was 131.7, compared to its level of 130.9 in November. Without…
Image via Flickr by podknox As more electric car options are made available to consumers and fleet vehicle operators, several things are becoming clear. First, the cost of these automobiles (though often offset by government subsidies) is still higher than the cost of gas powered vehicles. Second, the electric cars may not be as beneficial…
Image via Flickr by BrianSwan Glidewell Distributing began as a single truck delivery company in 1946. It specializes in large and small ticket consumables, including food, tobacco products, and other convenience store type items. Owned and operated by J.W. Glidewell in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the company continued to grow and expand over the years.Oops! You…
Image via Flickr by fdecomite The UPS Supply Chain Solutions Campus in Louisville has a newcomer. CloudDDM LLC is a direct digital manufacturing firm, and they just launched their advanced manufacturing facility. Through a combination of 3D printing technology and automation, CloudDDM plans to provide customers with additive manufacturing services that draw on the location…