When it comes to the corporate world, there are certain phrases that many business owners adhere to; ‘thinking outside the box’ and ‘blue sky thinking’ are two of the most common, but one of the most prevalent providers of pallet trucks, stackers and moving skates, has urged businesses to take on new ideas and mix things up a bit … Continued
Working inside or even outside in the warmer, summer months can feel like a dream. No adverse weather conditions to factor in and an almost streamlined process means it can be all too easy to forget about the impacts the weather can have on equipment and processes. Bad weather, such as severely cold temperatures, snow, … Continued
One of the country’s premier suppliers of pallet trucks, table trucks and accessories, has welcomed the news that the UK has topped the list for Europe’s top 50 retail hotspots[1]. The capital’s West End pipped Paris to the post, and is now worth over £9.14bn per year in sales. The data, which comes from retail property advisors, Harper … Continued
One of the country’s leading suppliers of manual handling and warehouse equipment to a plethora of sectors, has urged the industry to invest in warehouses as the reality of the country leaving the European Union becomes a reality. Despite the referendum sealing the country’s fate, many thought the UK would stay in the EU. However … Continued
Studies have shown that employees with high job satisfaction are more productive in the workplace, more loyal to their companies, and more engaged with work day to day[1]. But with an uncertain future ahead of UK businesses, it can be difficult to offer money to keep employees satisfied in the workplace. But that isn’t the … Continued
The health and safety of employees is paramount. But how can businesses ensure they keep their employees safe from harm when workplaces are so hectic? Pallet Truck Shop, one of the leading suppliers of warehouse equipment to a range of businesses, has offered companies in all sectors tips for keeping their staff safe during busy … Continued
Known for offering great value all year round, Pallet Truck Shop, one of the leading suppliers of pallet trucks and essential accessories, has added weight to its special offers section by adding two vital pieces of equipment – in the form of weigh beam scales and a u-scale. Robust and accurate, the two handy pieces … Continued
With no signs of eCommerce growth slowing down, Pallet Truck Shop, one of the longest-standing online businesses in the UK, has explored the online retail trends for 2017/18, highlighting how being ‘in the know’ can help online agents succeed. The first trend the experts have noted is the increasing importance of social media. Not simply … Continued
Wood is the traditional material of choice for pallets, but will they stick around? Plastic pallets have become more prominent and useful in today’s transportation world. And despite around 90 percent of shippers still preferring the old-fashioned, wooden pallets[1], there is an argument for a shift towards plastic pallets. So which is for best for … Continued
As more and more businesses launch next day delivery services, warehouse staff are often the ones feeling the crunch. Fashion and beauty retailers often give customers a midnight cut-off time to order by and get next day delivery, and Pallet Truck Shop warn that traditional methods of working mean that warehouse workers can be overwhelmed … Continued
However big a company Amazon are, they rely on warehouses for a core part of their business. With the news that they have created 50,000 new vacancies across the United States, Pallet Truck Shop, the experts in manual haulage solutions, says this is proof that warehouse work is on the up. “Warehouse work has always … Continued
As the annual Materials Handling Middle East conference comes closer, Pallet Truck Shop, one of the UK’s most trusted names in materials handling, has urged representatives from the supply chain, logistics and warehousing industries to keep abreast of the big news coming out of it. “Although globally the logistics industry is not enjoying a boom … Continued
