Material Handling Equipment Power Source Safety
Material handling equipment, such as forklifts, relies on a range of power sources in order to operate. Older models tend to use propane, diesel or gasoline, but many newer models rely on electricity. As a result, operators must understand new…
How Real-Time Data Analytics Affects Equipment Lifespan
Real-time data analytics can provide detailed insights into the state and performance of the machines around your warehouse, allowing you to proactively diagnose and repair problems as they arise. Your quick action and the insight provided by data analytics can…
How to Prevent Warehouse Turnover
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the transportation, warehousing and utilities industry had about 332,000 job openings in May 2025. Though these businesses hired nearly 290,000 people, they also lost 292,000 workers in the same month, leaving them with even more…
A Guide for Warehouse Owners: When and What to Automate
The e-commerce market is booming. Global retail sales reached about $6 trillion in 2024, and they’re expected to increase by 31% in future years, closing in on $8 trillion by 2028. With this growth, warehouses are under immense pressure to get…
National Forklift Safety Day 2025
National Forklift Safety Day 2025 Happy National Forklift Safety Day! National Forklift Safety Day (NFSD) is an annual event sponsored by the Industrial Truck Association (ITA) to raise awareness about the safe operation of forklifts and the importance of effective…
The Future of Forklift Operator Assistance: Creating Smarter and Safer Warehouses
We’ll explore the future of forklift operator assistance and how it can benefit your warehouse operations.
Enhance Operations With Specialty Forklifts
With many different kinds of forklifts on the market, understanding their classifications and common specialty models can help ensure you get the best machines to benefit your unique project needs. This guide explores several common types of specialty forklifts and the environments where they…
Preparing Warehouses for OSHA’s Workplace Safety National Emphasis Program
Warehouses are busy environments, and all this activity often comes with significant risk. To address potential safety issues, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rolled out a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) in July 2023, focusing specifically on warehouse…
Take Your Child To Work Day 2025
Little Forklift Fans Take Over the Dealership! “Take Your Child to Work Day” at Burns Industrial Equipment is one of the year’s most fun (and adorable) days. Our shop floor turns into a mini adventure zone, filled with curious kids…
Importance of Clean Warehouses
A clean working environment is essential for safe and smooth warehouse operations. Regular cleaning improves safety and health standards while increasing employee morale. It can also improve your inventory management accuracy and boost productivity. Whether you’re involved in the daily…
Practical Approaches to Implementing Robotics in Warehouses
The use of robotics in warehouses has become increasingly popular. According to GlobeNewswire, the warehouse automation market is expected to reach $36.4 billion by 2028. These numbers shouldn’t come as a surprise. Warehouse robots can help boost efficiency, cut operational costs,…
Best Practices of Warehouse Efficiency
Efficiency is crucial for warehouse growth and success. If you own or work in a warehouse, you can boost productivity and reduce operational costs in many ways. You’ll need to assess your current operations, measuring how well you’re performing and…
