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Materials Handling News and Resources

Safety educational seminars at MODEX 2026

April 10, 2026 · Occupational safety educational seminar topics at MODEX 2026 include rack safety, ergonomics, predictive maintenance, standardized crash barrier testing, and loading dock safety.

More than just compliance: the importance of proactive rack maintenance

March 31, 2026 · Tracy Buck, national sales manager at Dexco, provides core material handling rack inspection and repair procedures to prevent minor issues in the warehouse from becoming safety risks.

Hyster launches pedestrian detection event dashboard

March 20, 2026 · Hyster’s pedestrian detection event dashboard uses data from the Hyster Reaction pedestrian awareness camera system to track pedestrians near lift trucks indoors and outdoors.

CSB issues update on fatal AES explosion investigation

March 16, 2026 · The CSB is investigating Accurate Energetic Systems’ “melt-pour” manufacturing process, process safety management, and industry guidance for commercial high explosive manufacturing.

Mezzanine Safeti-Gates launches WorkZone safety gate

February 25, 2026 · The new WorkZone safety gate from Mezzanine Safeti-Gates adds ground-level separation between stationary work zones for people and travel lanes for forklifts, AMRs, and AGVs.

Mezzanine Safeti-Gates WorkZone Safety Gate

February 25, 2026 · WorkZone safety gates from Mezzanine Safeti-Gates prevent injuries from employees accidentally walking into the path of forklifts and warehouse robots in pallet drop areas.

A-SAFE first to complete ANSI MH31.2 crash barrier certification

February 13, 2026 · MHI ProGMA developed ANSI MH31.2 to establish a common, independently-verifiable crash-testing method for industrial guardrails and barriers. A-SAFE is the first to be certified.

Raymond on-demand maintenance tech training now available

January 16, 2026 · Raymond is now offering on-demand, self-paced video training modules to build a strong foundation for new maintenance techs and provide valuable refreshers for experienced teams.

Hyster Pedestrian Awareness Camera

January 12, 2026 · Hyster’s Pedestrian Awareness Camera provides voice and visual alerts when rearward pedestrians are detected, and can automatically and gradually slow down the lift truck.

Elokon ELOfusion collision avoidance and fleet management system

January 11, 2026 · ELOfusion combines ELOshield proximity detection, pedestrian safety systems, and collision avoidance with ELOfleet productivity tools and easy-to-use OSHA-required digital checklists.

Raymond iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense detection and notification system

January 10, 2026 · Raymond’s iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense detection and notification system features a dynamic detection range, delivering audible and visual alerts, capable of slowing or stopping lift trucks.

Ashland Conveyor GUG310 guard

December 4, 2025 · Constructed from 12 gauge galvanized channel steel, Ashland Conveyor’s GU3G guard fits 2.5 and 3.5 inch frames to prevent items from falling off conveyors, sold with mounting hardware.

InCord Sliding Rack Guard

November 5, 2025 · InCord’s Sliding Rack Guard is an expandable safety netting system made of high-strength synthetic mesh designed to protect warehouse and manufacturing pick modules.

NSC 2025: Matrix exhibits OmniPro Vision AI collision avoidance system

September 24, 2025 · Matrix Design Group exhibited its OmniPro Vision AI collision avoidance system that can help prevent accidents in blind spots and high-traffic areas at the 2025 NSC Safety Expo.

Webinar: Advancing ergonomic solutions for a safer, more efficient workforce

September 9, 2025 · In this exclusive roundtable webinar from Modern Materials Handling, the panel will dive into the current state and future of ergonomics in warehouse and distribution center operations.