HAVE HEAVY LIFTING – BUT LIGHT ON STAFF? GIVE THEM THE TOOLS TO DO THE JOB
Back in 2020, at the height of the Covid 19 pandemic, we had a blog post - HOW TO OVERCOME MANUAL HANDLING ISSUES DURING THE PANDEMIC AND BEYOND. Little did we know that staff shortages would still be a serious issue in 2023! Every week we hear from the CBI and the Government, that companies – of every size and...
Raised platform safety pallet gate for use with vacuum lifter
Do you need a safety pallet gate for your raised sack processing platform? The Sigma universal safety pallet gate is your ideal choice. This innovative design allows a vacuum lifter clear access over the pallet whether open or closed. Why use the Sigma pallet gate for your sack handling? Open top when gate is open or closed - Allows clear...
Are your staff continuously handling heavy loads like sacks, boxes or drums? If there is a possibility of injury, you have a duty of care to avoid manual handling as far as reasonably practicable. As a responsible employer, you’ve probably thought about finding a solution. It can seem like a daunting task to provide a viable way to solve this...
How to overcome manual handling issues during the pandemic and beyond.
As the Government continues its campaign to encourage businesses to return to work, health & safety managers are working hard getting workplaces ready to re-open and to operate safely. Although there are many challenges, it is also presenting many opportunities in finding new ways of working, implementing new technologies and resources to be COVID-19 secure. Social distancing can be a...
Handling goods safely during the Covid 19 pandemic
Having to lift heavy loads can be back-breaking during normal times. Working with social distancing, self-isolating, and furloughed staff, there is an increased danger of handling injuries which can quickly become acute and impact on profitability. Giving your staff a beneficial handling aid is key to a happier workforce during these difficult times. Achieving virtually weightless handling with a load...
Tell us what it is you want to lift - CLICK HERE. What next? We will contact you for a brief consultation. With our long experience, we know that we will find a solution for you. We are happy to visit (Subject to location) to analyse your workplace and discuss different solution options. Our design department, in consultation with you or your...
Photo shows our Project Manager Paul Kildunne (Left) and Peter Wood the UK & Ireland Sales Manager for Vaculex , shaking hands after a productive visit to our Manchester site. Vaculex is a world-leading manufacturer of lifting systems based on vacuum technology. With our joint expertise our goal;is to make your work physically easier, focusing on efficiency, ergonomics and safety. We...
