Recently, Martin’s East Region Sales Team teamed up with a few of our best-in-class Suppliers to help a customer operate better with a Kaizen event. Together, we walked the shop floor and identified ways the customer could improve processes, safety and reduce costs. Read more about 10 Tips for Achieving Continuous Improvement with Kaizen
Hand & Power Tool Hazards Yearly, there are over 960,000 injuries caused by power tools. And, according to OSHA, the most common injuries when using power tools are electric shock,… Read more about Hand & Power Tool Hazards
With energy and gas prices at an all-time high, you may be seeing your operational costs shooting through the roof. Spending some additional dollars on the front end with energy-saving technologies can make a difference for your operation in the long run. Read more about Power Down: 7 Ways to Lower Energy Costs
Your tools can be your most valuable asset and when they don’t work when you need them to, it can cut into production time and keep you from working on a project altogether. To keep your power tools in tip-top shape, a simple effective tool maintenance check list is all you need to get the most out of your investment. Read more about Eight Steps That Can Add Years to the Life of Your Power Tools
The pandemic did more than create obstacles for growth, for many it put a spotlight on vendor relationships and shortages. Who was there for you when you needed support? Who didn’t answer their phone or meet your needs? Read more about Leading Manufacturer Experiences Big Gains with Martin Supply
I started in industrial distribution as a receptionist at the front desk. I knew nothing about the industry other than I needed a job. As calls came in my curiosity grew. I started asking questions about what the company did, who the customers are, what they do, how do they do it and why. Read more about Women in Industrial Distribution: Chelsea Byrd
ne of the most vital operations in modern manufacturing is plastic injection molding. Though it is nearly as old as other manufacturing operations that were born during the industrial revolution, plastic injection molding exploded during WWII, when metals and other materials were needed for the war effort, leaving plastics and polymers the natural substitute. Read more about The Challenges of Plastic Injection Molding
White House Issues Executive Order on COVID-19 Precautions White House Issues Executive Order on COVID-19 PrecautionsSince the beginning of the pandemic, OSHA has issued $3.9M in citations for employers failing to… Read more about White House Issues Executive Order on COVID-19 Precautions
Torque is defined the length of the lever arm multiplied by the force applied. For instance, if you have a two-foot long bar and you hang a 10-pound weight from it, you have 20 foot/pounds of torque. Read more about Tool Tip: How Much Torque Do I Need?
Users should always wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) as indicated in the product literature and follow any additional measures that may be recommended by their local health agency or employer. Read more about Recommended Procedure for Tool Cleaning to Decrease Transmission of COVID-19
