180,000 Square Feet Of Show Floor Reserved At ProMat® Spacedraw
The ProMat 2011 exhibit spacedraw, held January 21 in Chicago, attracted 318 exhibitors who reserved 180,000 net square feet of show floor space at the Industry's premier U.S. event. This was the second-largest, first-day exhibit spacedraw for any ProMat
Overhead Material Handling Equipment Offers Customized Lifting Solutions
Lifting products in a manufacturing and distribution environment is not as simple as pick and place. Loads constantly change. Overhead Lifting Solutions can be customized to individual applications providing the best and most cost effective
MHIA Forecasts 6.0-8.5% Growth in Material Handling Equipment New Orders in 2010
Material handling equipment orders contracted 37.4% in 2009 are are forecasted to grow 6.0-8.5% in 2010, according to the latest Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing Forecast (MHEM) released by Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA).“Industrial
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Take advantage of free educational events at NA 2010
In addition to being the largest material handling and logistics show in North America in 2010, The 2010 North American Material Handling and Logistics Show (NA 2010) offers an exceptional opportunity to learn directly from leading industry experts through
MHIA Guides International Standards Development
By Dr. Michael Ogle Vice President, Educational & Technical ServicesMaterial Handling Industry of America One of Material Handling Industry of America’s (MHIA) little known activities on behalf of the industry is its leading role in the review
Sustainability: From Hot Air to Energy
By Tom Andel, Contributing EditorEnvironmental sustainability is becoming synonymous with business sustainability. That’s because saving the environment is becoming a required business practice among supply chain partners. If you do business with
Loading Dock Equipment Manufacturers Publish Dock Levelers 101
The Loading Dock Equipment Manufacturers (LODEM) Industry Group of the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) announces the publication of Dock Levelers 101—What You Always Wanted to Know About Dock Levelers but Were Afraid to Ask. This guide
ProMat and International Robots, Vision & Motion Control Show to Collocate in 2011
Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) and the Automation Technologies Council (ATC) announce that ProMat and The International Robots, Vision & Motion Control Show will collocate in 2011. Both exhibitions will be held March 21-24, 2011 at Chicago’s
MHIA Working On International Standards for Packaging and the Environment
Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) is participating in a new subcommittee of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee (TC) 122 on "Packaging and Environment." The subcommittee is developing proposed
American Logistics Aid Network Responds to Haiti Earthquake
In the wake of Tuesday's tragic earthquake in Haiti, Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA), a founding sponsor of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN), is working with ALAN and major humanitarian relief agencies to identify the most critical
Hoist Manufacturers Institute
The Hoist Manufacturers Institute (HMI) members are the Industry’s leading suppliers of overhead handling hoists including hand chain hoists, ratchet lever hoists, trolleys, air chain and air rope hoists, and electric chain and electric wire rope hoists. ...
Reduce Product Damage with Overhead Lifting Solutions
Product damage is a common and costly problem in the manufacturing and distribution environment. Product damage may be caused by using incorrect material handling equipment or using equipment that is not designed specifically for the job.
Two ANSI Monorail Standards Available For Download at MHIA.org
The Monorail Manufacturers Association, Inc. (MMA) announces the availability of two American National Standard Institute (ANSI Standards). The two standards, MH27.1 - 2009--Specifications for Patented Track Underhung Cranes and Monorail Systems and MH27.2
Hoist Operator’s Manual Offered Through the Overhead Alliance
The Overhead Alliance is now offering a complimentary download of the Hoist Operator's Manual. This manual is ideal for the novice worker and can also be used as a refresher for even the most seasoned hoist user. The manual covers a wide
Overhead Lifting and Positioning Systems Provide High Levels of Flexibility
Overhead lifting and positioning solutions are available in standard designs to address everyday material handling needs. But, more and more companies are turning to highly customized overhead systems that provide an exact fit to the job.
MHIA Forecasts Growth in Material Handling Equipment New Orders in 2010
Material handling equipment orders are forecasted to grow 2.0-3.5% in 2010, according to the latest Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing Forecast (MHEM) released by Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA).“We are in the middle of a contraction
NA 2010 Is Coming to Cleveland April 26-29
When the North American Material Handling & Logistics Show (NA 2010) opens on April 26 it will include over 400 exhibits and an Educational Conference featuring a Keynote Seminar Series on The Future Track and the first of its kind Supply Chain
Demag Electric Rope Hoist Metal Flooring Plant
Demag provided a 10 Ton DRPRO Hoist on A Demag Crane for a metal flooring company manufactures metal floor decking products and associated metal flashings for use in the fast track construction. With a projected output of over 2,500,000 sq feet of metal ...
Demag Electric Rope Hoist In The Galvanizing Industry
A metal galvanizing plant with a harsh environment facility needed a system to handle long loads with versatility. The units need to be able to run as a single unit or as two individual hoists, allowing dipping of metal tubes. Demag provided a 10 Ton ...
