Control Panel Options what do I need? Pentalift adds value by designing and assembling its own control panels "in house" at the factory. This helps accommodate interlocking of other dock equipment. Interlocking to vehicle restraints, overhead doors and inflatable shelters create a safe and productive loading dock system. Single master control panels save space and reduce electrical hook-up costs. Control Panel Technology Using proven long term technology eliminates replacing costly touch pa... Read More
A nationally recognized company was planning a new entertainment facility in the Midwest, and after comparing product lines, contacted Pentalift’s local dealer to assist with the design of a safe and efficient loading dock.   The customer’s requirements included accommodating a wide variety of trucks and trailers from courier to over-the-road models via two dock positions. In order to fulfill this request it was determined that a dock lift alongside an edge of dock leveler would satisfy ... Read More
Scissor lifts are one of the most often used products in any manufacturing or material handling facility. Making them more efficient is what Pentalift does best. We’ve always offered options which improve the efficiency of lift tables, suiting almost any application, and now we’ve included that list to our website. With over fifty common options featured with descriptions and product specific applications, the job of the industrial or mechanical engineer - deciding on what lift table option... Read More
Companies strive to leverage their supply chain to stay ahead of the competition and gain additional market share. Today, more and more companies demonstrate that supply chain excellence represents an element of their overall business strategy. Within this context, increasing value to customers becomes everyone’s business, not just the management’s.  Supply chain potential is not being fully exploited for a variety of reasons, including a weak supply chain strategy formulation, inefficienc... Read More
Conventionally, ergonomics applies information about human abilities, behavior, and limitations to the design of tools, machines,  tasks, jobs, and environments for safe, productive, effective, and comfortable human use. There are certain factors that play a role in ergonomics, including posture and movement and environmental factors, such as temperature, humidity, lighting, and noise. The goal of ergonomics is to provide maximum productivity with minimal cost; in this context cost is expresse... Read More
Factory optimization has become imperative in today’s highly competitive business environment. The pressure of the competition, increased ecological awareness of the consumers and governing organizations, as well as the escalating demands of clients for higher quality standards are driving more and more factory owners to adopt advanced technology solutions in order to optimize their manufacturing facilities. Factory optimization through technology allows you to stay ahead of the curve, keep cu... Read More
The distribution, transportation, and logistics industry is a tough environment governed by the laws of distribution. Yet, companies also need to face economic crime or fraud which forces them to navigate the regulatory minefield not only in their home country, but also in every single territory in which they hold operations. The fact is that 45% of transportation and logistics companies have experienced fraud in one form or another over the last two years. Although the damage is not counted in ... Read More