The sensitive components within computer processors and monitors cannot withstand the hustle and bustle of a busy shop floor. Without protection, they will become coated with dust, oil, powder, and other airborne particulates. An enclosure can shield your computer from dangers presented by the environment, but there’s one problem: your equipment still needs to breathe. …
ABS Enclosures: Benefits and a Comparison
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, typically shortened to ABS, is a common amorphous, thermoplastic polymer. It is typically polymerized through emulsion, though a lot of ABS plastic is formed through the recycling of other ABS plastic. Although other materials are available, ABS plastic is often used in the construction of protective enclosures. Why do so many consumers …
Barcode and RFID Industry Trends for Warehouses
Did you know that radio frequency identification (RFID) hit the scene in 1945? It was even used during World War II! Electronic RFID tags, which utilize radio waves, can be used to monitor and track objects when scanned with an RFID reader. Barcodes date back to 1949, when Joe Woodland, inspired by Morse Code, patented …
Benefits of Organizing Your Facility’s Equipment
Although you may be tempted to simply dump computers and printers out on your facility’s shop floor, this careless conduct won’t do you any favors. The layout and design of your facility can greatly impact how work is conducted within the space. By integrating the needs of people (employees as well as customers, clients, and …