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The Importance of Quality Medium-Duty Casters in Material Handling

Industrial casters play an indispensable role in various industries. These unassuming wheels quietly support the movement of heavy equipment and materials, boosting productivity, safety, and performance. Choosing the correct caster type is essential. A few key factors are load capacity, swivel size, and the caster rig’s forged vs. stamped section. Versatility There are countless industrial applications for medium-duty casters. They are often used in carts that move tools, supplies, and materials in warehouses and factories. They are also found on laundry carts, hospital beds, and medical equipment. In some industries, such as aerospace plants and shipyards, medium-duty casters are also…

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Downsizing For Baby Boomers

Downsizing is popular among Baby Boomers. As Boomers enter retirement they’re looking for ways to make their lives more manageable and efficient. Baby Boomers focus on downsizing for a variety of reasons including financial and practical concerns during retirement.  What does downsizing mean?  Downsizing is when you purchase or rent a home smaller than the one you currently have. The decision to downsize usually happens for a few reasons. Some can no longer afford or don’t want to keep up with the cost of a home. Others may not want to or aren’t able to care for a larger home.…

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5 Job Positions Every Commercial Construction Company Needs to Fill

Construction businesses usually start as a small operation—a craftsman launches their own business because they know they have the skills and can provide an in-demand service. Once the business can take on more projects and becomes profitable, the owner has to hire more and more people to accomplish the work. Pretty soon, what was once a one-person operation is now a company that needs a leadership structure and administrative staff.  If your construction business currently fits this description, and you need to hire or reorganize your employees, you need to determine which job positions to create. Though every business is…

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Training Employees in Onsite Work Safety

Construction is often labeled as a “high hazard industry” due to the comparatively high number of occupational injuries in the sector every year. Statistics show that 21.1 percent of all the occupational fatalities in 2018 were in the construction sector. To prevent injuries, it’s imperative that construction companies properly train their employees on the potential workplace hazards, and of course, maintain strict adherence to the safety protocols laid down by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).           OSHA Guidelines and Resources OSHA is a regulatory agency under the U.S. Department of Labor born from the Occupational Safety and Health Act…

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How To Become A Bricklayer

Studying bricklaying is becoming a very popular option for those wanting to kick-off a long-term career in a growing industry. Although not an occupation for everyone (what occupation is, though?), bricklaying is perfect for people who enjoys working outdoors and with their hands. As bricklaying involves a hands-on approach, it’s also an occupation for people who are quite fit, and it will also be an excellent way to stay fit as well! This is just the tip of the iceberg, though – in this article we take a look at the key reasons why someone might want to study bricklaying…

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