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The Material Transfer Zone (MTZ) is often one of the busiest areas of any facility with a loading dock installed. Because it acts as the bridge between the trailer and warehouse, the MTZ can also be a dangerous place where safety needs to be the number one consideration.

Lift tables are an essential component in all sectors of the material handling industry. Customizing your lift table parts and your lift table accessories to optimize your application is an excellent way to enhance the functionality of your operation.

In today's fast-paced environment, optimizing the efficiency of your loading dock is paramount. Whether you're a seasoned logistics professional or just diving into the world of warehouse management, this guide aims to be your go-to resource for loading dock solutions to help optimize worker safety and efficiency.

Accidents on the loading dock can lead to huge expenses. In addition to the direct costs of medical expenses, wage indemnity and claims administration fees, accidents entail many indirect costs.

Technology works best when it enhances the human experience, rather than replacing or distracting from it. The same can be said of ergonomic warehouse equipment.

Blue Giant Equipment Corporation is pleased to celebrate its 60th anniversary of serving the needs of customers around the world in 2023. The company is the premier provider of safe, effective, and innovative loading docks and material handling equipment solutions.

Blue Giant Equipment Corporation (“Blue Giant”), a leader in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of loading dock safety systems, and ergonomic lifting solutions has acquired controlling interest of prominent ergonomic lift assist solutions provider, Comacind, S. De R.L. De C.V. (“CormacIndustrial”).

While many variations exist in facilities across the globe, all scissor lift tables perform the same basic function. Essentially, a scissor lift table employs a scissor mechanism to help lift goods and materials.

What comes to mind when you hear the word “ergonomics”? For some of us, ergonomics may be associated with common workplace injuries.

Blue Giant Bug Screen Doors create a comfortable work environment by allowing fresh air to enter the building while denying entry to insects, rodents, airborne dirt and debris, and even trespassers.

When purchasing a hydraulic lift table for your business, there are many factors to consider. Relevant factors include type of product and manufacturing space, weight capacity, repetitive tasks, proper ergonomic support for frontline workers, and projected frequency of use.

Dock safety and energy-saving products help customers reduce heat loss, improve indoor air quality, and boost operational safety and efficiency throughout the winter season. 

A hydraulic lift cart is the perfect material handling solution for any manufacturing or distributing facility. Like all hydraulic lifts, the lift cart is expertly designed to enhance workplace safety and mobility by limiting the need for frontline workers to bend, lift, or carry substantial loads.

Have you ever wondered how to build and design an ergonomic warehouse? Whether you’re starting from scratch or starting over, this task can feel overwhelming.

Blue Giant received an inquiry from a distribution center experiencing temperature control issues. Hot summers produced excessive internal heat gain and a poorly insulated roof allowed for the escape of the much needed heat during the winter.

In a bustling manufacturing or warehouse facility, where efficiency and productivity are paramount, the health and well-being of workers can sometimes take a backseat.

Looking for an innovative manual solution to keep safety levels high and protect your warehouse? Folding security gates control safe access to loading bay doors and other restricted areas, safeguarding your property against possible theft or trespassing.

When it comes to choosing the perfect lift table for your application, the sheer number of options available can make the buying process feel overwhelming.

It is never too late to improve your loading dock safety practices to help ensure building integrity, employee safety and product safety. Here are some solutions that can help increase safety at your loading dock/bay.

Workplace safety is a top priority for any manufacturing company. Implementing effective safety measures not only ensures the well-being of employees, but also promotes productivity and operational efficiency.

For those who work in the manufacturing industry, a lift table can be a virtual lifesaver, especially when it comes to a busy environment. With all the lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, and standing required of frontline workers, it is little wonder that assistive technologies are in such high demand.

The loading dock area of any manufacturing facility is sure to be buzzing with activity. To maintain a safe, cohesive working environment for all, careful consideration must be given to logistical elements such as adequate lighting.

When it comes to loading dock installation, completing each individual step correctly is the key to success. In this comprehensive guide, we cover everything you need to know about the entire journey of a loading dock installation, from the initial assessment to the crucial final inspection. 

Ensuring the smooth and safe operation of your loading dock is a critical aspect of warehouse and logistics management. There is a fundamental yet often overlooked component of this bustling area – loading dock bumpers. 

Powder coating has emerged as an essential finishing process in manufacturing these products, offering superior protection, aesthetics, and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional methods.

Are you in the market for a lift table to enhance your material handling process? Deciding whether to buy a new or used lift table is a tough call.

Choosing the right loading dock bumper can help you avoid building, loading dock and vehicle damage, expensive repairs, and unnecessary downtime. Here's how to choose the ideal solution for your facility. 

Blue Giant is proud to have been a leader in the development, distribution and manufacturing of loading dock systems and material handling equipment since setting up shop in 1963.

A scissor lift is a platform designed to elevate and move significant loads.  They can travel various vertical heights or can be lowered to ground level.

The loading dock area at any warehouse is a virtual hive of activity. Whether goods are being loaded or unloaded for transfer, there is always a sense of urgency to each task.

What comes to mind when you hear the word “ergonomics”? For some of us, ergonomics may be associated with common workplace injuries.

As sustainability becomes a top priority for building owners and facility managers, many are turning to LEED certification as a trusted benchmark for environmental performance. But did you know that loading dock equipment can contribute to LEED credits, and that you, as a dealer, can help guide your customers toward cost-effective, greener choices? Here’s what you need to know about the program.

Any time that manual labor and machinery are part of the job, workplace health and safety take on a whole new level of importance.

Are you looking for powerful assistive technology to enhance warehouse production? A hydraulic lift table can help to simplify tasks and provide ergonomic support for frontline workers in a range of diverse industries.

In the dynamic landscape of industrial manufacturing and warehouse operations, the quest for increased efficiency and productivity is a constant pursuit.

In order to provide frontline workers with proper ergonomic support and eliminate the need for repetitive movements, pallet lift tables are frequently used in various types of facilities around the world.

In busy manufacturing and warehouse facilities, pallet positioners are key to increasing speed and efficiency. By providing optimal ergonomic support, a pallet positioner is an assistive device created to enhance worker safety and productivity.

Every busy facility can benefit from assistive technology to help lighten the load. Lift tables are ergonomically designed to assist frontline workers in the manufacturing process.

Are you looking for a more efficient and precision version of your manual lift table? Electric lift tables are renowned within the material handling industry for both of these qualities.

A dock leveler acts as a structure to bridge the gap between the trailer bed and the facility floor. By bridging the gap, a dock leveler helps to improve the loading and unloading process and create a safe loading dock.

Loading dock door seals and shelters are designed to improve energy conservation, help preserve internal temperatures, and protect products from outdoor contaminants.

Read on to explore how smart safety upgrades can drive performance, limit liability, and deliver lasting value across the board.