Posts by Tom Epke
7 Ways to Improve Loading Dock Safety in 2026
Loading docks are one of the busiest and most risk-prone areas in any warehouse or facility. Trucks move in and out. Forklifts enter trailers. Employees stage freight, check inventory, and work to keep shipments on schedule. When everything works, the dock keeps operations moving. When something fails, it can quickly become a safety hazard, a…
Read MoreHow Schools Can Strengthen Safety with the U.S. Department of Education’s New $93 Million Security Grant Program
School safety continues to be a top priority for districts across the country, and the U.S. Department of Education has taken a major step forward with the launch of a new $93 million school security grant program. This initiative is designed to help K–12 schools improve physical security, modernize critical infrastructure, and implement technologies that…
Read MoreCreating Healthier Work Environments With Industrial Bug Screens
We all welcome warmer weather and open doors in the spring, but those same conditions also invite insects, birds, and contamination risks into your facility. For operations, safety, and facilities leaders, this seasonal shift creates a familiar challenge: how to maintain airflow and productivity without exposing the building to contamination risks. Industrial bug screens offer…
Read MoreHow Commercial Door Operators Improve Safety in Busy Commercial Facilities
In high-traffic commercial and industrial environments, doors are critical to safety. When outdated or manual, these entryways can contribute to accidents, workflow disruptions, and even compliance violations. Despite being used dozens (or even hundreds of times) per day, safety risks are often overlooked until a serious incident occurs. A lot of facilities still use outdated…
Read MoreWhy High-Speed Doors Are the Smart Choice for High-Throughput Facilities
In high-throughput environments like cold storage, food processing, and other distribution facilities, every second counts, and every slow, outdated door costs you. From lost climate control to increased safety risks and operational delays, conventional doors can be holding your facility back more than you think. High-speed overhead doors offer a smarter alternative. By opening and…
Read MoreWhy Energy-Efficient Overhead Doors Are a Smart Investment for Your Facility
If your warehouse or commercial facility has overhead doors that haven’t been upgraded in the past 15 years, there’s a good chance they’re increasing your utility expenses and disrupting your operation. And if you have multiple doors across busy loading docks, these negative impacts multiply. Beyond utility bills, these outdated systems introduce moisture, invite safety…
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