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5 More of the Largest Tires Ever Produced

Last time, we looked at 5 of the biggest tires ever created. From earthmover wheels to a tire-themed Ferris wheel, these giant rubber monstrosities are as impressive as they are large. Back by popular demand, here are five more of the biggest tires known to mankind. Group 49 & Group 50 Farm Tire ...

2021-11-03T19:38:11+00:00October 20th, 2021|Manufacturing|Comments Off on 5 More of the Largest Tires Ever Produced

The 5 Biggest Tires on Earth

The tires we deal with in our day-to-day material handling and manufacturing operations are no match for the hulking rubber monstrosities on this list. Here are five of the largest tires ever produced. BKT Monster Truck Tires BKT is the exclusive tire partner for Monster Jam, the world’s largest org ...

2021-11-03T19:30:39+00:00September 16th, 2021|Industry|Comments Off on The 5 Biggest Tires on Earth

5 Tips for Improved Warehouse Efficiency

Achieving maximum efficiency is of the utmost importance in operating a modern warehouse. As any experienced warehouse manager can tell you, improving efficiency reduces overall costs. What’s more, there is a strong relationship between customer retention and warehouse efficiency—not to mention the ...

2021-08-23T16:29:27+00:00August 17th, 2021|Industry|Comments Off on 5 Tips for Improved Warehouse Efficiency

Building Resilience into Your Supply Chain

As recent widespread disruptions have shown, the global supply chain network can be a fragile thing. In the 2021 MHI Annual Industry Report, MHI President Bill Paxton outlined the importance of building resilience into supply chains. As Paxton notes, companies who had integrated digital technologies ...

2021-08-23T16:52:15+00:00July 22nd, 2021|Industry, Specialized Systems|Comments Off on Building Resilience into Your Supply Chain

Package Transportation from Start to Finish

Today, people depend on shipping companies to deliver everyday goods directly to their homes. From online shopping to commercial shipping, these companies provide invaluable logistics services that help keep the economy moving. Thanks to the efforts of online retailers and their shipping partners, g ...

2021-08-23T18:15:55+00:00June 10th, 2021|Conveyors|Comments Off on Package Transportation from Start to Finish

Understanding Bulk Material Handling

From conveyor belts and screw conveyors to stackers and bucket elevators, bulk handling systems come into play in a variety of industries. To put it simply, bulk handling systems are utilized in any field in which a large quantity of dry material needs moved from one place to another. From the sugar ...

2021-08-23T18:16:32+00:00May 13th, 2021|Customized Systems|Comments Off on Understanding Bulk Material Handling

Conveyor System Safety

UMD’s conveyor systems can be purpose-built for virtually any materials handling application imaginable. Whatever their use, workers who come in close contact with conveyor systems should take care to maintain the proper safety practices demanded by these specialized pieces of equipment. Use the fol ...

2021-08-23T18:17:32+00:00April 28th, 2021|Conveyors, Customized Systems|Comments Off on Conveyor System Safety

How Green Tires are Manufactured

Producing tires the traditional way leads to high levels of pollution. The usage of unsustainable resources such as rubber and petroleum-based substances has a negative environmental impact. Additionally, with crude oil prices constantly changing, material costs are inconsistent and can cause higher ...

2021-08-23T16:31:37+00:00March 31st, 2021|Manufacturing, Rubber Processing|Comments Off on How Green Tires are Manufactured

How Automation is Helping E-Commerce Businesses

E-commerce has boomed and transformed thanks to automation. With collaborative robotics, customer support, and data analytics, distribution centers are progressing to fulfill skyrocketing demands.  With increased popularity in online shopping since the pandemic, demand for deliveries to be trackable ...

2021-02-28T09:46:29+00:00February 28th, 2021|Industry, Research and Development|Comments Off on How Automation is Helping E-Commerce Businesses

Warehouse Systems

UMD specializes in complete warehouse system design, creating solutions for whatever your specifications may be. Our proven modular design approach coupled with our standard conveyor components saves upfront engineering costs, reduces scrap and helps keep future upgrade costs low. With years of desi ...

2022-02-28T19:51:41+00:00January 18th, 2021|Customized Systems, Made in the USA|Comments Off on Warehouse Systems