A distribution center or warehouse is an essential link in a supply chain. Unfortunately, that link can easily be broken if its fleet of forklifts is inoperable. That’s why warehouses and distribution centers use various tools to prevent forklift accidents and damage. Standard tools include seatbelts, lights, alarms, signs, floor markings, horns, and operator training.…
The HIT-NOT® Proximity Detection System is the most precise pedestrian proximity detection system on the market today. It is easy to make a case for forklift safety. 70% of all forklift accidents are preventable, and 80% of forklift accidents involve a pedestrian. To keep your workers safe, you need a proximity warning system in place.…
As a warehouse owner or operator, you know that there is an element of risk when it comes to working around or driving forklifts. But, with the right precautions in place, you can minimize those risks and protect your employees, property, and bottom line. If you’re looking for an easy solution to help keep your…
Warehouse safety is a high priority for business owners and operators. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a worker died every 111 minutes from a work-related injury in 2020. Of those, 30% were transportation-related. Many of these fatalities could have been prevented by installing a proximity alert system, such as HIT-NOT. These alert systems…
Proximity sensors and proximity detection systems are valuable safety systems that companies can implement to protect workers and equipment. These sensors often use radio-frequency identification (RFID) to detect hazards within warehouses or other places with mobile equipment. However, more advanced systems like HIT-NOT use industry-leading electromagnetic field technology. This more advanced technology allows proximity sensors…
Discover how HIT-NOT works to save lives and reduce costs in the warehouse industry using precise magnetic fields and a state-of-the-art alert system. Forklifts and other types of mobile equipment are essential for material handling. Unfortunately, many of the safety solutions created for forklifts fail to address the full range of risks they present. The…