May 1, 2026 · Yale Lift Truck Technologies announced its updated ERC45-70VG2 electric cushion tire warehouse lift truck with increased visibility, optional air ride & armrests, at MODEX 2026.
May 1, 2026 · In response to rising fatalities and injuries, OSHA launched a local emphasis program covering maritime workers in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands for the next five years.
April 28, 2026 · Damotech introduced DAMO BOLLARD and a Low Profile version of its DAMO SHIELD at MODEX 2026. Both provide structurally independent, floor-anchored protection to prevent rack damage.
April 28, 2026 · Firmware update 3.0 to Kollmorgen’s SafeMotion Monitor adds EnDat 2.2 safe feedback support, and enables complete motion systems to achieve Safety Integrity Level 3 certification.
April 28, 2026 · Beckhoff Automation's new EP741x-9071 conveyor controller’s optional safe torque off safety functionality retains visibility of safety diagnostics while remaining in a safe state.
April 28, 2026 · Rite-Hite’s new PitMaster Vertical under-leveler seal can keep dust, pests, and debris out along the bottom edge of trailers at all times when they are docked.
April 24, 2026 · The USPTO recently awarded a registered trademark for RobotGate, a safety gate that protects industrial robots from falling into vertical shafts and separates employees from robots.
April 24, 2026 · ELOKON featured ELOshieldAI, a collision prevention system for forklifts and material handling equipment combining wearable tags with AI-powered cameras, at MODEX 2026.
April 24, 2026 · Damotech’s Rack Safety e-Learning Platform is designed to help warehouse operators deliver consistent rack safety at any scale, from one new hire to cross-continent operations.
April 23, 2026 · Two employees were killed by a hydrogen sulfide leak & explosion when nitric acid and another chemical mixed during work to close down the Nitro, West Virginia silver catalyst facility.
April 21, 2026 · For over 50 years, Wildeck has custom designed mezzanines, material lifts, safety guarding, elevated access equipment, ladders, stairways, and forklift impact barriers for its customers.
April 20, 2026 · The new Industrial Ergonomics 101 guide from MHI’s EASE Council provides a structured introduction to industrial ergonomics concepts & common risk factors for practical applications.
April 20, 2026 · Wire fence & guard manufacturer WireCrafters appointed EVP Richard Horn to president, succeeding Milt Tandy. Horn prioritizes time on the manufacturing floor to engage with teams.
April 17, 2026 · Alstef Group’s new autonomous industrial vehicle features an AI safety perception bubble with semantic understanding, and a roadmap to expand functionality through software updates.
April 17, 2026 · NORD Drivesystems recently announced its NORDAC LINK and NORDAC ON frequency inverters now have identical communication and safety functions, enabling modular floor or wall mounting.