Nearly every country is seeing increased demand for shipping needs. People and businesses rely on carriers to move and deliver these products. As a result, parcel companies are outgrowing their facilities, looking to expand, and changing last-mile delivery options. This is being done amid a global pandemic, supply chain challenges,...
Parcel companies are being forced to compete for the extremes that have become industry standard. Free shipping, although great for the consumer, has become more expensive for parcel companies as they must address external forces affecting cost. In addition to free, they are expected to offer fast, on-time, correct delivery....
FMH Curved Belt Conveyors require occasional servicing on the belt tension to ensure maximum efficiency. The belt tension must be kept to a minimum on both the external and internal radius. By design, it should be possible to manually move the belt and turn the belt guide without difficulty. If...
McCombs-Wall, recently rebranded to MWi Solutions, is a systems integrator based out of Southern California. As a solutions-based design house, MWi does it all – with all controls and engineering designed and implemented by their team. They offer a full-service experience from start to finish. They will walk through strategy...
Production and distribution workplaces are inherently high-risk. Depending on the situation, workers are exposed to widely varying temperatures, hazardous equipment, and often are in close contact with others. A safe workplace requires creating and maintaining an environment that allows employees to work without risk to their physical and psychological health....
In high volume shipping/receiving areas, an extendable conveyor can drastically boost efficiency. Our telescopic solution is custom engineered to extend from the permanent conveyor to the nose of the truck trailer. This allows for faster, easier, and safer movement of cargo. Telescopic Belt Conveyors Telescopic conveyors are proven to boost...
At FMH, safety is a top priority. In an effort to better mitigate workplace risks, we have compiled a list of safety tips that can be implemented across several industries: Maintain a Standardized Work Process Standard work processes offer clear expectations and detailed breakdowns of tasks. By providing a baseline...
Conveyor systems offer a solution for easily transporting materials throughout a facility. These systems come in many options and aid in maximizing production as goods and materials enter, leave, or move throughout a facility. Manufacturing plants often have heavy machinery, mezzanines, and production equipment that need to be maneuvered around....
Mainway Handling Systems is a systems integrator with 33 years of experience. They are located in Ontario and excel in the design, supply, and installation of completely integrated, turnkey systems or partial projects. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies could not cross the border to complete projects...
Meet Lola Adams, production team member in FMH’s gravity department! Lola is originally from Biscoe, AR. She has one daughter, two sons, and three granddaughters. Mrs. Adams and her husband just celebrated their 29th anniversary. She joined the FMH team in August of 2017 after her family moved to Jonesboro....
Motor slowing down? Conveyors not performing as efficiently? Motor brushes might need servicing. Most motors used to power the conveying surfaces of the BestFlex Flexible Powered Roller Conveyors are DC permanent magnet motors. These motors have a pair of serviceable brushes that wear with use. Brush life is affected by...
