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Chinese Imported Forklifts VS Refurbished Used Forklifts

November 23, 2011 6 Comments

Chinese Imported Forklifts VS Refurbished Used Forklifts

So you’re a small business owner who doesn’t want to spend too much or you’re purchasing a unit that’s not going to be doing a lot of hours. You’ve got two options: purchase a brand new Chinese import or buy a refurbished used forklift.

Advantages of Reverse logistics: 5 Reasons it should be Implemented - Part 3

November 18, 2011 0 Comments

This is Part 3 of our series on Reverse Logistics. Here we will take a look at the advantages of Reverse Logistics. There are many advantages of Reverse Logistics such as financial gains along with social and environmental benefits.

What is Drive-In Racking? Warehouse Racking Guide: Part 4

November 15, 2011 1 Comments

What is Drive-In Racking? Warehouse Racking Guide: Part 4

What is drive-in racking? With drive-in racking, pallets are placed so they can slide backwards on a rail, thus storing them more deeply and creating more space in the warehouse. Drive-In Racking involves the forklift entering the racking from one side to load or retrieve the pallets which are stored more deeply.

Importance of reverse logistics: 6 Reasons it’s overlooked -  Part 2

November 08, 2011 2 Comments

This is Part 2 of this series on Reverse Logistics. Here we will take a look at why Reverse Logistics is overlooked. The importance of reverse logistics is often overlooked by organisations; many organisations believe that reverse logistics is only an expense.

What Is Reverse Logistics? Understanding the Basics -  Part 1

November 04, 2011 2 Comments

What Is Reverse Logistics? Understanding the Basics -  Part 1

What is a supply chain network? And why are they so important for logistics and business managers? Supply chain networks allow us to look at the big picture; giving us a better understanding of the flow of materials and information.