Material Handling & Manufacturing Automation Blog

This is the Abel Womack material handling and manufacturing blog.

Blog: Why Slow Down Now to Speed Up Later

About the Author

Carl Rezendes is a Business Development Account Manager covering southeastern Massachusetts. He brings more than 15 years of experience in material handling equipment, including sales, service and aftermarket parts.

May 13, 2024 -

As with all businesses, there are times when sales and production peak and when they level off and slow down. Over the last few months, I have noticed a slowdown with many of my customers. This is not … [Read more...]

Blog: Sometimes You Just Need a Forklift

April 29, 2024 -

As the world moves towards automation and robotics, there are a lot of companies that need to stay in a more traditional lane for logistics and material handling. Forget the noise, you know what your … [Read more...]

Blog: An Essential Battery Watering Guide to Maximize Forklift Performance

April 15, 2024 -

Electric forklifts are crucial for the efficiency of warehouses and industrial operations, relying on industrial batteries for power. Proper maintenance, including regular watering, ensure optimal … [Read more...]

Blog: Why Vertical Lift Modules Make Superior Storage Sense

April 1, 2024 -

First, what’s a Vertical Lift Module (VLM)? A VLM is a high-density, automated storage device. It is used for several purposes, one of the most common being to reduce the floor space required for … [Read more...]

Blog: Why You Should Know Your Local Material Handling Expert

March 18, 2024 -

From CEOs, Presidents, Operations, EHS and engineering professionals to facility and purchasing managers, consultative skills and industry knowledge are two important reasons to get to know your local … [Read more...]

Blog: How to Tell if Your Forklifts are Past Their Prime

March 11, 2024 -

Over time, keeping up with the costs of owning forklifts can be more than just parts and labor. Damaged or poorly maintained lifts can cause a loss in productivity when waiting to be repaired. As a … [Read more...]

Blog: Clean Room Pass-Throughs Vertically Buffer Kits, Reclaim Space

February 26, 2024 -

Using a known and reliable vertical storage system can minimize the floor space required inside the clean room to store kits and components for production. Abel Womack’s automation group is often … [Read more...]

Blog: Standalone Automation: How to Prepare for a Document Inserter?

February 12, 2024 -

The document inserter is the next technology I want to touch on in our Standalone Automation series. This technology does exactly what it sounds like: automating document insertion for an order. This … [Read more...]

Blog: 8 Ways to Prioritize Forklift Safety for Workplace Well-being

February 5, 2024 -

In industrial settings, forklifts are pivotal in material handling. However, their power and maneuverability come with inherent risks, making forklift safety a top priority. Understanding and … [Read more...]

Blog: Standalone Automation: How to Get Better Traceability with Labels

January 29, 2024 -

Print and Apply (PandA or Labeler) Recently, we started our “Standalone Automation” blog journey with the carton erector – see “Standalone Automation – Carton Erectors-Builders”. The next piece of … [Read more...]

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