Don’t Be In Over Your Head: How To Avoid Safety Hazards With Overhead Cranes

As you know, overhead cranes are used in many businesses where there are extremely heavy loads to lift. Not only do these cranes make lifting easier, but they allow more floor space to be free for other manufacturing needs. While overhead cranes can make certain aspects of manufacturing easier, they also create a lot of safety hazards if they're not used properly. Knowing the most common safety hazards and how to avoid them can help you utilize the overhead crane more efficiently and ensure everybody's safety. Read More 

3 Aerial Lift Safety Tips To Prevent Falls

Aerial lifts can be very handy on big construction sites, and you and your employees might use them on a daily basis. Although they are certainly useful, however, aerial lifts can be incredibly dangerous. One big thing that you have to worry about is falling off of one of these lifts, but luckily, following a few safety tips can help keep you and everyone else on the job site as safe as possible. Read More 

Buying Used Heavy Construction Equipment: What To Look Out For

Heavy construction equipment can be costly, but is absolutely beneficial to your business. Whether you work in construction or landscaping, things like a mini excavator, dump truck, skid steer, and other large pieces of equipment are necessary for getting the job done. Buying used heavy construction equipment can mean a great deal of savings to you—if you know what to look for. Here are three key things to consider when buying used heavy construction equipment. Read More 

First Time Renting A Bouncy House? Keep These Safety Rules In Mind For Toddlers

If this is the first time you plan to rent a bouncy house for your toddler's birthday party, there are some safety tips you should keep in mind. Although your rental is safe and inflatable, it can become slippery when wet. In addition, some toddlers may get hurt if they try to climb over the edges of the house and fall. Here's how you can avoid unnecessary injuries. Choose a Bouncy House With an Easy to Navigate Obstacle Course Read More 

Using Reclaimed Materials For Home Improvement

If you are ready to tackle a home improvement project, consider using reclaimed materials instead of buying new items. Using reclaimed wood, metal, or glass is good for the environment, saves you money, and gives a unique look to your home. Wood Whether you are using wooden pallets to build an outdoor chair or crates to make a unique staircase, reclaimed wood is a wonderful material. You will need to be selective when you use old wood because it will undoubtedly have splinters and cracks. Read More