RiteHite News

Rite-Hite's Response to COVID-19

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 05:00:00 Z

Rite-Hite Holding Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Arbon Equipment Corporation and DuctSox Corporation, are taking all necessary and appropriate actions to help protect its employees, customers, and visitors amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Loading Dock Safety: 7 Vital Tips to Maximize Safety at the Loading Dock

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 05:00:00 Z

As a vital part of any warehouse or industrial facility, loading dock safety is a paramount concern that can be addressed with help from Rite-Hite’s 10 Vital Tips to Maximize Safety at the Loading Dock.

Applications for HVLS Fans Beyond the Warehouse: Amphitheaters

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 05:00:00 Z

Not just for warehouses and industrial operations, HVLS ceiling fans can be used in a wide variety of settings - including outdoor amphitheaters.

A Systemic Approach to Loading Dock Security

Mon, 21 Aug 2017 05:00:00 Z

Safety isn’t the only concern at the loading dock as security has become an increasingly important aspect of loading dock management.

Machine Guarding Safety Tips

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 05:00:00 Z

Risk reduction is imperative to any facility that utilizes machinery, and we’ve put together machine guarding safety tips to keep your workers safe and production high.

Relieve Heat Stress with HVLS Fans

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 05:00:00 Z

Prolonged exposure to hot environments can be a real danger. HVLS fans lower the effective temperature and help employees avoid heat stress.

How Quickly Will an HVLS Fan Pay for Itself?

Mon, 03 Jul 2017 05:00:00 Z

Here at Rite-Hite, we’re big fans of saving you money. And when it comes to our high volume, low speed (HVLS) fans, we can almost guarantee that the associated cost savings will ultimately result in the fan paying for itself.

Common Loading Dock Maintenance Issues and What to Do

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 05:00:00 Z

Machinery breakdowns at the loading dock can decrease productivity and increase safety risks, but a planned maintenance program can be your solution to combat it.

Dock Lock vs. Wheel Chocks: Why Dok-Loks® Are the Smart, Easy Choice

Thu, 15 Jun 2017 05:00:00 Z

Vehicle restraints are a requirement for loading dock safety, but all restraints aren’t equal. Here we look at dock locks versus wheel chocks.

Planned Maintenance Programs Save Time and Money

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 05:00:00 Z

Reacting to equipment breakdowns and repairs can waste time and money, but you can avoid it through planned maintenance.

Safety Meeting Topics for Warehouse Workers

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 05:00:00 Z

Struggling to come up with warehouse safety topics to cover in your next meeting? Read our list for inspiration!

How to Keep a Warehouse Cool in the Summer

Tue, 30 May 2017 05:00:00 Z

The summer months can be brutally hot at times, especially for warehouse and industrial facility workers. Air-conditioning certainly helps, but can be expensive. What are your other options?

5 of the Most Relevant ISO Standards for Machine Guarding

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 05:00:00 Z

ISO Standards for machine guarding provide solutions to ensure workplace efficiency, safety and profitability for businesses that utilize machinery that has the potential for harm.

Benefits of Physical Machine Guards versus Light Curtains

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 05:00:00 Z

When deciding on which type of machine guarding method is best for your specific needs, the choices typically fall into two categories: physical machine guards and light curtains. Find out the benefits of each inside!

How to Address Sweating Slab Syndrome

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 06:00:00 Z

The phenomenon known as Sweating Slab Syndrome occurs when moisture collects on a surface (usually concrete), creating slippery conditions that pose a danger to workers, equipment, and products. If you’re struggling with slick floors in your warehouse, learn how Rite-Hite’s industry leading HVLS fans can help.

Minimize Explosion Risk with Curtain Walls

Mon, 02 Jan 2017 06:00:00 Z

Explosions in manufacturing plants are almost always serious, often catastrophic — and, in most cases, very preventable. Using fabric curtain walls to enhance the efficiency of standard exhaust methods is a good step in controlling dust and preventing explosions.

Maximizing HVAC System Performance with HVLS Fans

Fri, 27 May 2016 05:00:00 Z

HVLS fans are a practical and affordable solution to improve air movement, reduce heat stress and offer overall better environmental control. Working in conjunction with HVAC systems or on its own, HVLS fans help to control energy costs, boost productivity and increase employee comfort.

Dock Upgrade Propels New Belgium

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 05:00:00 Z

New Belgium, the fast-growing craft brewer, addresses dock issues and finds safety and productivity improvements using Rite-Hite products.

Top 5 Loading Dock Hazards in Your Supply Chain

Thu, 17 Mar 2016 05:00:00 Z

The loading dock is a dynamic environment that can be harsh and demanding, both inside and outside of the facility walls. Inadequate, damaged or non-existing equipment; outdated practices; and lack of communication create substantial risks for your employees and your bottom line. Learn about the Top 5 Loading Dock Hazards in your supply chain and how to protect against them before they happen.

A Rite-Hite Case Study Special

Thu, 18 Feb 2016 06:00:00 Z

We all know that experience is the best teacher. And sure, you can learn from your own experiences, good or bad. Learning from others in the industry is also an effective way to add to your knowledge.

New Year, New Goals, New Solutions

Thu, 28 Jan 2016 06:00:00 Z

It's a new year, and 2016 is already bursting with possibilities. Have you thought about your goals for making your workplace a safer place to work yet?

What to Expect in 2016

Wed, 20 Jan 2016 06:00:00 Z

Rite-Hite's 2015 Customer Survey Results are in. See what our customers are saying.

A Heartfelt Thanks from Us to You

Tue, 08 Dec 2015 06:00:00 Z

Thank you, from the bottom of all our hearts here at Rite-Hite, for your support, friendship and business.

Its Cold Out - Turn on the Fans!

Tue, 01 Dec 2015 06:00:00 Z

Discover how HVLS fans can help lower your heating bill by up to 30%.

How HVLS Fans and Curtain Walls Improve Air Quality

Thu, 12 Nov 2015 06:00:00 Z

Air contaminants in the metalworking industry can be a huge problem. What can managers do about it?

Multi-level Workspace Safety

Thu, 12 Nov 2015 06:00:00 Z

Safety is a major concern for facility managers. Read how it's being addressed with multi-level workspaces.

Introducing a Brand New Product: Defender Cell Safety Barrier

Tue, 10 Nov 2015 06:00:00 Z

If it moves...guard it. Injuries are expensive and can be avoided.

Gain Control of Your Loading Dock Environment

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 05:00:00 Z

When you see daylight around a trailer parked at your loading dock, you have a problem. This light indicates gaps in the seal that allow good things like energy to leave your facility and bad things like rain, snow, dust and bugs to enter your facility. This can result in contamination and quality inspection concerns, product damage, or risks to employee safety.

HVLS Fans: Your HVAC System’s Best Friend

Fri, 02 Oct 2015 05:00:00 Z

A growing number of decision-makers look to high-volume/low-speed (HVLS) ceiling fans maximize the efficiency and performance of air movement and help cut energy usage year-round.

Automation on the Loading Dock

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 05:00:00 Z

Automation technologies aren't just revolutionizing the consumer world; the use of automated loading dock systems is becoming more widespread.

Dock Equipment and Cold Chain Integrity

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 05:00:00 Z

Loading dock applications are changing the way companies maintain compliance standards.

Fan Commander Press Release

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 05:00:00 Z

Check out the newest product from Rite-Hite!

Three Tips for Energy Savings

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 05:00:00 Z

One dilemma plant managers face on a constant basis is how to decrease energy costs while increasing production. Luckily, new technology is making this less of a problem.

Global Transportation Jeopardizes Dock Safety

Tue, 08 Sep 2015 05:00:00 Z

The Intermodal method of shipping combines the best abilities of different transportation methods to deliver service, savings, and solutions. It’s growing faster than any other mode of transportation and is projected to increase at twice the rate of truck movements over the next decade. This method of shipping comes with challenges, but Rite-Hite has proven solutions.

Supply Chain Security Begins At The Loading Dock

Fri, 28 Aug 2015 05:00:00 Z

By comprehensively addressing the many challenges to dock operations — and taking advantage of state-of-the-art solutions to them — facilities managers can go a long way towards ensuring the safe and timely delivery of products moving through their system.

Best Practices for Fall Protection

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 05:00:00 Z

Elevated work areas, such as pick modules and mezzanines, are increasingly common in industrial and chemical facilities across the U.S. In order to provide the necessary safety for employees and to protect products, facility managers contemplating the addition of elevated workspaces must take OSHA-mandated safety regulations – and should take ANSI best practices guidelines – into consideration when designing and outfitting these areas.

Defender Cell Adds Safety to Common Automated Processes

Fri, 21 Aug 2015 05:00:00 Z

Defender Cell restricts access and provides point-of-operation guarding around potentially dangerous automated and automatic processes including stretch-wrap machine operations.

Eclipse Selected for 3rd IDFA Innovations Awards

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 05:00:00 Z

Eclipse Dock Shelter Selected as Finalist for Third IDFA Innovations Awards. Please vote for the Eclipse Dock Shelter in the Food Safety category.

How Clean is Your Clean Facility?

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 05:00:00 Z

Meeting the standards of a clean room can be a daily if not hourly challenge. Depending on the industry, any number of governing entities can be involved in setting the latest standards.

Minnesota Cold Storage Company Benefits from Vehicle Restraints and Communication System

Sat, 01 Aug 2015 05:00:00 Z

Arctic Cold Storage's employee-oriented approach can be seen in recent renovations to one of its most crucial work areas – its loading docks.

5 Dangers That May Be Lurking At Your Loading Dock

Thu, 16 Jul 2015 05:00:00 Z

This dynamic environment can be harsh and demanding, both inside and outside of the facility walls. Inadequate, damaged, or non-existing equipment; outdated practices; and lack of communication create substantial risks for your employees and your bottom line.

Improving Industrial Environments with HVLS Fans

Wed, 01 Jul 2015 05:00:00 Z

Distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, and other large, open warehouse environments face a host of unique design and maintenance challenges. These challenges include energy costs, temperature control, air quality and employee safety/comfort issues. In an effort to mitigate these challenges, more and more facilities are installing high volume, low speed fans as a complement to their HVAC system.

Case Study: LDF Builds State-of-the-Art Warehouse

Wed, 01 Jul 2015 05:00:00 Z

LDF Sales and Distributing, Inc. is a wholesale distributor of Coors, Miller, Red Bull and a full range of other leading beer, wine, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. Several years ago, LDF decided to more than double the size of its flagship Wichita warehouse. The company saw the expansion as an opportunity to upgrade the facility's equipment.

Case Study: Roll Out the Barrels — with Care

Wed, 01 Jul 2015 05:00:00 Z

In the last five years or so, New Belgium has experienced a growth spurt, with production soaring to more than 945,000 barrels in 2014 from fewer than 583,000 in 2009. But with more product coming through the DC, problems began to crop up. That was particularly true at the dock bays, where wear and tear were taking their toll on the equipment and the forklift operators who worked there.

Cold Storage Solutions

Tue, 09 Jun 2015 05:00:00 Z

Keeping the cold side cold and the warm side warm is a constant challenge. Not only does energy consumption come into play, but consider the time spent addressing the problems of frosted door openings, the hazards of wet concrete or surfaces, and the potential for product damage or spoilage. Much effort goes into these issues that could be minimized with a high speed insulated door or insulated curtain wall.

Understanding High-speed Doors and Industrial Curtains

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 05:00:00 Z

When it comes to choosing the right door to control proper temperatures in different areas, the decision typically comes down to two factors: speed and insulation. Recently, however, high-speed doors have stepped to the forefront, as their quick action roll-up capabilities can actually increase worker productivity and safety, while also decreasing energy loss.

The Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Consider an HVLS Fan

Tue, 12 May 2015 05:00:00 Z

Providing adequate air movement in your warehouse or distribution facility is a top reason to invest in HVLS fans. But there are many other benefits, beyond cooling and comfort, that are worth considering, especially this time of year.

Dock Management: Sealing the Perimeter

Fri, 01 May 2015 05:00:00 Z

Pharmaceutical warehouses are busy places. And while a steady flow of shipments in and out generally puts a smile on managers' faces, the repeated opening of loading dock doors also generates concern.

Case Study: Food Bank Rewards Volunteers with Pleasant Environment

Fri, 01 May 2015 05:00:00 Z

The Second Harvest Food Bank in Ohio is a not-for-profit clearinghouse that collects, stores and distributes dry and frozen surplus food. To improve working conditions for volunteers, the company installed an insulated fabric curtain wall that reduced noise and temperature variations in the warehouse.

Playing It Safe with Machine Guarding

Fri, 01 May 2015 05:00:00 Z

As the manufacturing industry gets more automated, more focus will be placed on moving parts and material more safely and efficiently.