Prepare your operators who face repetitive, challenging unloading tasks with durable equipment that gets the job done safely and improves productivity. Using unreliable unloading equipment can make the job of material receiving much more difficult than necessary. Lack of equipment or equipment that is unsuitable for certain work environments further compromises safety and efficiency. Oftentimes, […]
Safety
What is Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week?
Learn how your company can participate in Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week from April 13-17, 2020. Support an Industry-Wide Mission for Safety ‘Stand-Up’ Week began in 2017, initiated by OSHA Region 7 and the Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) Great Plains Chapter. The Alliance has since grown to include the National Grain and […]
The Evolution of the Hopper Trailer Opener
Find out how changes in the grain industry increased demand for the Hopper Trailer Opener, the world’s first handheld, powered grain trailer opener. Introducing a Safer Solution to Help Solve Common Industry Challenges Prior to the introduction of the Hopper Trailer Opener (HTO), Arnold Company would occasionally receive inquiries about a product for opening grain […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Boxcar Unloading
Educate your operators on how to execute the boxcar unloading process safely and efficiently and equip them with the proper tools to get the job done. Improve your operator’s boxcar unloading process by recognizing potential hazards and implementing key best practices: Don’t: Expect every boxcar to arrive undamaged or properly loaded In an operator’s ideal […]
4 Ways to Reduce Operator Fatigue
Reduce operator fatigue with efficient unloading equipment that prioritizes safety. When it comes to the safety of your operators, there’s no room for compromise. Operators often experience difficult, or in many cases, hazardous working environments that can slow down the unloading process. For over 30 years, the Arnold Company’s Door Demon® line of railcar openers, […]
As the #1 manufacturer of Hopper Gate Openers in the United States and the home of the Door Demon® Hopper Gate Opener, the Arnold Company offers custom designs to meet the specific needs of various working environments.