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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 ...

By |June 10th, 2021|Categories: Conveyors|

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 ...

By |May 13th, 2021|Categories: Customized Systems|

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 ...

By |April 28th, 2021|Categories: Conveyors, Customized Systems|

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 ...

By |March 31st, 2021|Categories: Manufacturing, Rubber Processing|Tags: |

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 ...

By |February 28th, 2021|Categories: Industry, Research and Development|Tags: , |