RDM Industrial Products Inc. has been in business since 1977 so we are celebrating our 35 th year of business in 2012. Though our customer base has expanded greatly over the decades, what has not changed is our practice of manufacturing the highest quality furniture for laboratory and industrial environments. We plan to offer the best products and service for many decades to come.[Read More]
Material Handling
Office Furniture vs. Industrial Furniture
It is not difficult to find furniture for a typical office environment. However, finding industrial furniture is another story. This is a unique type of commercial furniture designed to meet the special needs of industrial environments. Office Furniture is Lighter Duty and is usually not appropriate for workplaces like manufacturing facilities, laboratories, and cleanrooms. [Read More]
Aluminum Extrusion Tables & Carts
The process of shaping aluminum by forcing it through a shaped opening within a die is called aluminum extrusion. What emerges from the process is an elongated piece of aluminum with a profile that matches the die opening. Because it is considered easier and faster to manipulate, aluminum is now replacing the use of steel in extrusion used to create industrial furniture such as the aluminum adjustable height tables manufactured by RDM Industrial Products.
Adjustable height tables raise and lower items during material handling. One common use for these tables is to reduce the possibility of musculoskeletal disorders. Adjustable height tables allow operators to position their work at the proper height that is suited specifically to them, creating comfortable, ergonomically correct working conditions. Also, loads weighing multiple tons can be easily raised and lowered using RDM’s adjustable height tables, which can safeguard against potential personel lifting injuries.
Adjustable height aluminum tables come in various configurations and they can be manufactured to suit many specialized industrial processes. The most common adjustable table design includes hydraulic cylinders with manual hand crank or electric motor to accomplish lifting tasks. When loads are not heavy, 1500 lbs or less, the tables may be driven by a hand crank. Industries that commonly use these tables include laboratories, manufacturing, assembly, woodworking, heavy machinery, paper printing, and metalworking.
Carts made from aluminum include casters and shelves that are sometimes adjustable. These are used in food service, warehouses, distribution centers, and other industrial and commercial locations. Designed for high load capacity and durability, they assist operators with material handling and transport from one location to another.
An aluminum extrusion adjustable height tables and carts are typically more expensive than steel frame furniture and should be considered as an investment to satisfy specific applications that require non-ferrous metal, such as electromagnetic equipment environments, cleanroom, or special laboratory use. On average, these units are 3-4 time more expensive than traditional steel frame furniture. The versatility of the aluminum extrusion frame’s adjustability can also make the investment worthwhile, making it easy for units to be modified in size or features easily with simple hand tools. If aluminum extrusion framed furniture is on your list, please consider RDM Industrial Products as your deign / manufacturing solution.
Types of Custom Material Handling Solutions
There are many types of businesses in various industries that need to store materials in bulk. These products are typically difficult to keep organized and properly stored in warehouses and other facilities. Choosing the proper storage solution means the difference between high and low productivity, as well as safety versus dangerous working conditions. Custom material handling solutions are the best solution for companies that need special warehouse equipment for moving and storing items on site.
Material handling can be a dangerous job, depending on the size and weight of the product(s). Lifts, jacks, and platforms can help make moving materials a little easier; However, if the right equipment is not used, an extremely hazardous condition may occur, creating dangerous conditions for employees and the company as a whole. Use of custom material handling solutions is the most effective way to avoid these scenarios. Proper material handling equipment also makes any process safer, minimizing the chance of a lawsuit.
Material management is the branch of a company that deals with planning, organizing, and controlling the flow of products in a facility or warehouse. These are the people who are handling the materials on a regular basis, so they have the best insight into the necessary custom material handling solutions for their particular space(s). When it is time for a company to invest in material handling units or other equipment, they should consult the material management team.
Material handling equipment can be expensive, so business owners may try to save money by ordering the least expensive equipment they can find; However, this could lead to unhidden counter-productive results which hurts the bottom line dollar in the long run. Proper task-specific material handing solutions are the best way to ensure that products are stored properly and transported safely. High quality material handling products are a great investment because they typically last longer and perform better for the task(s) they are designed for.
One of the best companies for custom material handling solutions is RDM Industrial Products. They provide top of the line solutions for storage and moving materials. Their problem solving capabilities and can-do attitude are the basis for creating successful solutions for the material handling wants or needs of many businesses.