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06/03/2023

Need to bridge the gap between the truck and the warehouse? What you need to do depends on your use.

https://partsbrite.com/blogs/news/understanding-the-difference-between-a-dock-plate-and-a-dock-leveler

05/27/2023

How Do You Increase Dock Efficiency?
https://partsbrite.com/blogs/news/how-do-you-increase-dock-efficiency

05/15/2023

Not many things last forever. Loading Dock Levelers are in that category. How long does yours have? It depends.

Dock levelers are an essential component of loading docks, allowing for the safe and efficient loading and unloading of goods from trucks. They come in various types, including hydraulic, mechanical, and air-powered, and are designed to bridge the gap between the dock and the truck bed, creating a s...

11/09/2020

A wave is a good greeting. Keeping your distance at the warehouse for safety.

Throughout much of 2020, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a significant impact on companies across the globe, and the warehouse industry is no exception. Warehouses and distribution centers play a critical role in making sure goods and products get to where they are needed. In adapting to...

07/05/2020

Staying in your safety lane is for everyone's good. Learn more about traffic lanes in your warehouse.

Warehouse traffic can be chaotic and unsafe if not managed properly. Warehouse traffic includes forklifts, pedestrians, customers, pickup trucks, and large tractor-trailers. Sometimes even golf carts are used in a warehouse. Put all these types of transportation together in one warehouse, and the ri...

05/03/2020

Cleaning your warehouse is now more important than ever. Here are some tips.

Cleaning and disinfecting your warehouse can be a struggle. However, there are ways to develop a plan so that cleaning and disinfecting doesn’t become a chore. A plan to make this an essential part of the everyday operations of your facility. An essential part of a clean warehouse is a tidy wareho...

04/26/2020

Same-day delivery of loading dock parts is now available for Southern California.

https://partsbrite.com/blogs/news/same-day-delivery-for-southern-california

04/06/2020

COVID-19 is changing everything around us. You should think about how to keep your business running.

Timeline of CoronavirusAccording to data from the Chinese government, “patient zero” has been identified from the first confirmed case of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on November 17th, 2019. Patient zero did not start displaying symptoms until December 8th. It wasn’t until then that the Chinese ...

03/12/2020

Training resources are sometimes hard to find. Here is some material for loading dock repair training.

Proper training is crucial when repairing loading docks to avoid the risk of injury or fatality on the job. To ensure a loading dock repairman gets the job right the first time, it is key to search for the maximum training for your position. If you’re new to industry or returning, here are some ke...

12/05/2019

Keep costs down by maintaining your equipment. Preventative maintenance saves you money in the long term.

Beautiful Photo by mescon / CC BY For many busier facilities, preventative dock maintenance may seem like a nice idea but is still a measure that can be difficult to work into an already busy schedule. Nonetheless, all business owners need to understand that preventative dock maintenance can offer a...

05/19/2019

It's pretty simple to keep safe if you take precautions. Here are some important tips for doing your warehouse job and not getting injured.

Vehicle safety is essential in helping prevent injuries in the warehouse. Each year, thousands of injuries related to forklifts and other warehouse vehicles occur in warehouses throughout the United States. Many times, workers are injured when forklifts fall between docks and an unsecured trailer, f...

04/23/2019

Injuries happen at work. Here are some guidelines for when to contact OSHA.
https://partsbrite.com/blogs/news/reporting-loading-dock-injuries-an-employer-s-guide

While loading docks may not get as much attention for their dangers and safety hazards as construction sites do, they are without a doubt the location for many accidents, serious injuries, and even deaths. In fact, 25% of all industrial accidents occur at loading docks, according to the trade public...