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CMAA is the Crane Manufacturers Association of America, Inc., an independent trade association affiliated with the Material Handling Industry. CMAA traces its roots to the Electric Overhead Crane Institute, known as EOCI, which was founded in 1927 by leading crane manufacturers of that time to promote the standardization of cranes as well as uniform quality and performance. The voluntary association was incorporated as the Crane Manufacturers Association of America, Inc. in 1955. Member Companies, representing the industry leaders in the overhead crane industry, serve the United States market from operations based in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Mission Deliver technical specifications and resources that promote safety in the design, operation, and maintenance of overhead cranes. Vision To be the most trusted knowledge resource for overhead cranes. As the premier, preferred brand in the materials handling industry, CMAA: Is recognized as the leading advocate for the safe application and operation of overhead traveling crane equipment and related products. Engineering specifications are widely recognized as the preferred design standard for overhead traveling cranes, integrated crane systems, and crane components. Is recognized as the leading authority and the principal resource in the overhead traveling crane industry. Conducts business professionally with a spirit of enthusiasm, cooperation, honesty and integrity. Positions its Members to achieve marketplace leadership. Members, recognized as the leaders in the marketplace: Deliver superior value in their products and services. Provide products and services that are safe and productive. Provide high value and versatile solutions. Develop knowledgeable and expert channel partners. Provide an environment in which our customers can confidently purchase and derive superior value from our products.
Ergonomics is more than a buzzword today - it is a movement. Nationally, our demographics confirm we are aging and in deteriorating physical shape. This impacts the workplace, and good employers must think of their businesses in terms of ergonomics. EASE is the group within MHI focused solely on making work easier for people by improving the work environment. EASE members promote the practice of good ergonomics in the workplace by providing solutions across a broad spectrum of applications and industries. Activities include presentations at various industry events and development of non-commercial training materials. EASE also engages and collaborates with NIOSH and the academic community to enrich the group and enhance presentations and training materials. Mission To be the authoritative resource for industrial ergonomics. Vision Establish the EASE brand as the definitive source for industrial ergonomics information. Be engaged in the industry conversation about ergonomics, particularly where it can suggest available solutions provided by member companies. Serve as a resource to the academic, governmental an industrial communities for solutions to ergonomic challenges that provide better human results and increased productivity.
Founded in 1933, The Monorail Manufacturers Association, Inc. (MMA) is an independent incorporated trade association affiliated with the Material Handling Industry. MMA Members produce the preponderance of patented and enclosed track underhung cranes and monorail systems. MMA operates through committees with programs and policies reviewed and adopted by the membership with representation from each member company. Its many activities include an active engineering committee. MMA is represented on a number of standards developing committees and actively supports the development and certification of safety standards by the ANSI consensus method. Mission To promote the safe application and operation of Workstation cranes, Underhung Cranes, and Monorails for overhead lifting. Vision To be the industry’s leading resource for Workstation cranes, Patented track Cranes, and Monorails. What is the value of membership in the Monorail Manufacturers Association (MMA)? Market Intelligence Information: Unit and volume statistics program Market forecasts and economic indicator monitoring Industry forecasts Geographic product distribution and planning data, workshops Channel partner planning workshops Trend monitoring Planning and forecasting tools, workshops Business planning community Members Professional Development Leadership development Multi-topic educational series Networking throughout the industry Peer to peer interaction Promotion of the Safe Use of our Products Development of product standards Best Practices for product usage Development of maintenance and service inspection manuals Development of proper hoist usage documents OSHA Alliance program with OSHA to promote safety Tip and Fact Sheets for OSHA distribution MMA Members are recognized as the Market’s Leaders: MMA Members: Are Speakers and Education Subject Experts Provide Engineering Specification and Standards Input Publish a Compendium of Product Standards Increased Exposure to Customers Web-based Case Studies provide Market Solutions to Users MHI Website channels customers to MMA members MMA Certified Program increases Product Value Why should your company join and participate in MMA? Participation in MMA will: Increase your business levels Increase your exposure in the marketplace Develop your employees Help your corporate decision-making Increase safe usage of your products Position your company as one of the leaders in the industry What is the Commitment to Join? MHI Annual Dues $2,000 MHI Industry Group Fee $2,450 MMA Annual Dues of $2,500 Initiation fee $500 (one time fee) Attend the Spring and Fall Membership Meetings Active Meeting participation Contribute effort to support the Association’s objectives Provide Statistical Reporting Additional Benefits of Becoming an MHI Member Trade Exhibition Participation Membership Meetings with Educational sessions Networking across the Material handling Industry Exposure on www.mhi.org via your company’s microsite MHEM Economic Forecast produced quarterly Please click here to learn more: MHI Membership Value Statement to MMA Customers MMA Members: Are recognized as the Leaders in the design, manufacturing, and supply of Workstation Cranes and Patented Track Systems. Engage in the development of ANSI technical specifications that promote consistent design, manufacturing and installation of their products. Collaborate with OSHA through the OSHA Alliance programs to promote the safe use of their products. Have extensive experience in many applications and can solve your material handling problems. Are subject matter experts in the industry.
The Hoist Manufacturers Institute, Inc. (HMI) is an independent trade association affiliated with the Material Handling Industry. HMI’s history starts in 1917 with the Electric Hoist Manufacture’s Association which was dissolved and replaced by the Hoist Manufacturer’s Association in 1956. During this time, hoist performance standards were created. In 1971, these performance standards were published under the Hoist Manufactures Institute name and were the source material for the current ASME Hoist Performance Standards. HMI is a voluntary association which was incorporated as the Hoist Manufacturers Institute, Inc. in 1968. Member companies are the leading suppliers of hoist equipment (hand chain hoists, lever hoists, trolleys, air chain hoists, air wire rope hoists, electric chain hoists and electric wire rope hoists) in North America and continue to be the source advocating hoist safety and performance. Mission To deliver exceptional value to members and industry associates by advocating safety, and providing education and market intelligence for the hoist industry. Vision HMI is recognized as the leading authority and the principal resource in the hoist industry. What is the value of membership in the Hoist Manufacturers Institute (HMI)? Improved Market Intelligence Information: Unit and volume statistics program Market forecasts and economic indicator monitoring Industry forecasts Geographic product distribution and planning data, workshops Channel partner planning workshops Trend monitoring Planning and forecasting tools, workshops Business planning community Members’ Professional Development: Leadership development Multi-topic educational series Networking throughout the industry Peer to peer interaction Promoting the Safe Use of our Products: Best Practices for product usage Development of maintenance and service inspection manuals Development of proper product usage documents CMH Alliance program promotes safety Tip and Fact Sheets for OSHA distribution HMI Members are recognized as the Market’s Leaders: HMI Members: Are Speakers and Education Subject Experts Provide Engineering Specification and Standards Input Publish a Compendium of Product Standards Increased Exposure to Customers: Web-based Case Studies provide Market Solutions to Users. MHI Website channels customers to HMI members. HMI Certified Program increases Product Value. The Overhead Alliance promotes overhead lifting technologies. Participation in HMI can increase your business levels, increase your exposure in the marketplace, develop your employees, help your corporate decision-making, increase safe usage of your products, and position you as one of the leaders in the hoist industry.
SLAM members meet regularly to discuss the industry and promote the best and largest possible market for end-of-line technologies and systems; emphasizing the best interest of the user. SLAM pursues this mission through planned programs and internal committees by: Working closely with user groups to educate and communicate needs, benefits and applications. Acting as a catalyst and liaison between different related product groups or associations. Maintaining a membership representative of the industry. Defining and evaluating best practices for the marketplace. Providing a market driven forum for end-of-line solutions. Collecting, compiling, disseminating and exchanging information which may be helpful to the membership and users. Preparing and distributing educational materials for both academic classroom environments and in continuing education. Mission: To be the authoritative resource for transforming today’s end of line fulfillment operations to address tomorrow’s challenges. Vision: To provide thought leadership for best practices within “the last 100 feet” of evolving warehouse and distribution operations.
VALUE STATEMENT CSS MISSION & VISION STATEMENT Mission: Vision: To promote the market growth, awareness, and effective use of traditional and emerging conveyor /sortation technologies in manufacturing, warehousing, distribution within the supply chain. To be the trusted independent authority for practitioners and suppliers on market trends, technology developments, and applications through: ▪ Education On key features, advantages, and emerging technologies ▪ Challenges Addressing issues affecting our marketplace through practitioner outreach ▪ Resources Development and distribution of educational materials ▪ Collaboration Of manufacturers & technology providers ▪ Promotion Promotion of career opportunities within the industry VALUE STATEMENT To CSS Customers To CSS Members Trusted since 1971 as Leaders in the design, manufacturing, and supply of Conveyor and Sortation Systems Equipment, Components, and Technology. Unique networking opportunities. Investing in conveyor and sortation solutions in unique ways over time, including giving back through college scholarships, and practitioner and manufacturer education. Can provide practitioners with access to a wide range of perspectives and solutions, and as a collective of manufacturers, are genuinely invested in customer success. LEARN MORE ABOUT CSS MEMBERS >> Provide opportunities for industry education, leadership, and increased market presence. Lend your company the collective credibility of its industry leading members that has been established over its over 50 years as an organization. Provide exposure to practitioners. Access to data on industry trends, emerging technologies, and other market intelligence data. JOIN CSS TODAY >> 1 Market Intelligence 2 Networking & Access to Industry Peers CSS MISSION & VISION STATEMENT - Market forecasts and economic indicator monitoring - Industry commodity forecasts - Leadership development - Networking with other subject matter experts throughout the industry - Trend monitoring - Peer to peer interaction which promotes collaboration and industry betterment 3 3 CSS Members are recognized as Market Leaders - Offer collaborative responses to regulatory changes - Are invested in the promotion, safety, and success of the conveyor and sortation systems industry - Have been recognized as industry leaders since 1971 - Are Subject Matter Experts 4 Increased Exposure to Practitioners & Increased Business Opportunities - Web-based case studies provide potential solutions and increase engagement with practitioners - Blogs for Industry Awareness and Promotion - Practitioner Educational Publications OUR STRUCTURE
A manufacturer of industrial products was moving their operation to a larger facility. Many operational inefficiencies were addressed during the move, including congestion and idle materials in the painting bays. Since their painting bays processed a wide variety of materials, a dynamic solution was necessary.
Tuohy is a manufacturer of high-end office furniture based in Chatfield, Minnesota. The company’s purpose has remained the same throughout its three generations as a family business — to “provide furnishings that make people’s lives more productive, pleasing, and treasured.”
Multi/Cable Corporation is a leading manufacturer of multi-conductor cable specializing in custom constructions, short runs, and quick turnarounds.
Founded in 1990, Stellar is a manufacturer of work trucks, trailers, and accessories. They have grown to be an international presence in their industry with multiple locations.
When an automotive recycler was expanding their facility, they turned to the products that have already worked for them in other areas of the business – Gorbel® Workstation Cranes and GS Series Hoists.
AeroCision has been a parts manufacturer for the commercial, military, business jet, turbine, and space industries for over 60 years. They needed to replace their facility’s hoist because it was awkward to use, inefficient, and nearing its lifting capacity for some materials.
With the Easy Arm® system, VDG operators were able to enjoy the benefits of automation without sacrificing precision.
The company used multiple 40-ton capacity overhead bridge cranes to assist in the assembly process, which normally took eight weeks. As the process progressed, so did safety risks. The nature of the work being done on these mining machines did not allow for traditional passive restraints like handrails. After researching alternative solutions, the company realized that permanent systems would impede the movement of cranes responsible for delivering parts to workers. They knew they needed a novel solution.
During annual process improvement initiatives, Tiffin decided to overhaul their material handling strategy so that workers no longer had to manually place components. Often, workers would also have to wait upwards of 45 minutes on components to be placed by forklift operators. Tiffin knew Gorbel® offered a wide variety of systems and chose to invest in our overhead solutions.
Hagie Manufacturing, a leading provider of agricultural crop sprayers and large-scale snow removal equipment, decided to expand its facility to improve workflow. As part of this expansion, Hagie also sought to enhance lifting capabilities in its sub and final assembly work bays for crop sprayers.
Gorbel provides an ergonomic solution unloading liquor bottles for a large retail outfitter.
Gorbel provides an ergonomic solution optimizing unloading activities for a large retail outfitter.
Gorbel provides an ergonomic solution increasing productivity and reducing turnover rates for a large retail outfitter.
In this automotive industry application, Cynergy Ergonomics designed a system to assist operators in the handling of superchargers during manufacturing/assembly through the packaging phase with a single lift assist device. One system consists of a telescopic rigid mast manipulator using a Gorbel iQ GForce in a nested trolley configuration; this operates in a double aluminum bridge Gorbel free standing workstation crane system. Another iQ G-Force feature is programmable virtual travel limits. This feature is used in conjunction with tooling mounted proxy switches to activate/deactivate preset travel stop elevations, placing the tooling in the exact position needed for pick and place operation
A large muffler manufacturer had concerns about worker safety and fatigue during the assembly process of their exhaust assemblies. The company decided on several Easy Arms with slide handle controls and custom gripper end tooling. The new setup allows a single operator to move the exhaust assemblies all around the welding area effortlessly and quickly.
Workers move around large, heavy parts. The company was looking to increase efficiency in production of their furniture pieces by allowing parts to be lifted, then rotated and moved by one person safely.
Lewisville Motor Company, an automotive recycling facility located in Winston-Salem, NC, needed to find a faster and safer way to transport the engines around their facility. The combination of a Gorbel® Work Station Crane and Gorbel® GS Series Electric Chain Hoist was a perfect solution for that.
They were looking to increase efficiency by adding on to a Free Standing Work Station Crane that they already had. They also were looking for new equipment to help alleviate back injuries to workers lifting 50 - 70 lb. flat steel from a blast table.
Liberty Pump uses Gorbel® products throughout their facility, allowing workers to get their job done safer and more efficiently.
AeroCision, a maker for commercial parts for jet engines, was looking for a safer, easier, and more efficient way to move their products around their facility.
After visiting several tradeshows including FABTECH USA and FABTECH Canada where they tested multiple systems, Sellick Equipment stated, “when it came down to ease of use, it was by far Gorbel®, there was no one that was even close to having a system that worked as well or easy as the Gorbel® system.”
Before the Gorbel Easy Arm® was installed, it took two to three employees to move and stack the large 100 pound rolls of diaper material.
Enviro-Tech is a powder coating company that primarily focuses on the agricultural industry and also powder coats materials used in the oil field, medical and automotive industries. Grain bin foundations were loaded onto a powder coating line.
Matrix is extremely happy with the system and the safety it provides. They were very impressed with how user friendly and easy to incorporate the system has been. Production is up, and worker fatigue and injury concerns are reduced. The operators love the Easy Arms and say they wouldn’t want to do without them again.
Using Float Mode has allowed workers to precisely place the parts and decrease product damage in the process.
Easy Arm® provides the workers with superior control and speed during the assembly process, and the ease of lifting decreases ergonomic issues that can occur in such a fast paced environment.
Move the Easy Arm®, mounted on a Powerhouse portable base, to the lifting application, deploy the portable base’s leveling jacks using the on board leveling indicators, and begin lifting…..it’s that easy! What
The workers were using a standard crane/hoist with pendent to maneuver the switches but the limited movement increased safety concerns with pinch-points due to multiple lift up/set down transfers between workstations during the process.
A manufacturer of log splitters is in need of a better way to handle hydraulic cylinders. The cylinders weight up to 70 lbs. They are manually lifted off a pallet, turned 180 degrees and set on conveyor. The cylinders are packed tightly on the pallet so that only the upper surface of them could be accessed.
UTC Retail is a Western New York company that specializes in multichannel enterprise software, point of sale hardware and software, and hardware depot services.
Una planta de refabricación en Canadá necesitaba un proceso más seguro y más productivo para desarmar y volver a armar las cajas de engranajes reductores de motores de turbinas sin dañar el producto.
Industry: Heavy Truck Maintenance and Repair. Application: This company provides maintenance and customization for heavy trucks. Parts weighing from 1 to 3 tons are lifted and moved about 25 ft. across the building to a staging area where maintenance is done.
A glass mirror manufacturer makes large mirrors for the furniture industry. In the packaging process of these mirrors, the large heavy (up to 300lbs.) sheets of glass must be lifted off a conveyor, tilted 90 degrees, and then placed in a wooden shipping crate. To keep the fabrication process running efficiently, one mirror must be lifted and placed in the crate every 60 seconds.
A large manufacturer of flooring materials makes a considerable effort toward environmentally friendly products, using recycled and biodegradable materials in its products whenever possible. While their process was targeting environmental sustainability, it was becoming very obvious that is was not ergonomically sustainable. The solution was the PIVOT PRO® articulating jib crane with a 150 pound capacity, 9-foot height under boom and 12-foot span, paired with a Vaculex vacuum lifter. The benefits provided: Reach around columns / obstructions, Accessible by two conveyor lines, One worker can unload 2 conveyor lines in a safer working environment with less injuries to wrists and shoulders.
Rather than closing down lanes on the bridge for several weeks the company had installed access platforms about 20 feet beneath where the bearing retrofit would take place at two locations. The access platform was the staging area for the project, with structural steel components, tools and other hardware coming from down below. Two articulating jib cranes were installed, one for each of the identical work areas. The 1000 pound capacity jib cranes measure 14’ of overall span (8’ for the primary arm, 6’ for the secondary).
Atlas Copoco needed a piece of equipment that was able to lift very heavy steel cylinders and place them with precision into the milling machine without damaging the part or the machine. After exploring multiple servo-powered lifting devices, the company selected a 660 pound capacity G-Force Q. The G-Force has reduced the risk of injury and product damage and the worker response to the G-Force has been overwhelmingly positive.
Just In Time CNC Machining was relocating and looking for a crane system that would service several CNC machines and the full selection of products without interfering with the current flow of materials. The building was leased with very high ceilings so they could not use a ceiling mounted system. Gorbel provided them with a freestanding work station crane system which solved their problems.
This customer was a manufacturer who received a multi-year contract from a large national retailer to supply retail products for regional distribution Centers. The manufacturer was required to build individual pallet orders on a per-store basis for thousands of locations. This required the company to dedicate an in-house order picking “store” to palletize the requests of individual retail locations. The company wanted a lift assist systems that would allow 2 works per shift to build 20 pallets (240 cases) per worker hour in a work cell measuring 100’ x 40’.
An aircraft maintenance re-manufacturing plant in Canada needed a safer, more productive process for disassembling and reassembling turbine engine reduction gear boxes without product damage. The operation utilized a motorized I-beam crane with an electric hoist to lift shafts from gear boxes.
This customer fabricates countertops using granite and marble. In this application, workers at a new facility need to move huge slabs of granite from station to station through the various stages of the fabrication process. Business: Stone Countertop Fabrication, SIC Code: 3281, Product type: Free Standing Work Station Crane, Lifting Device: End Effector (provided by others).
An innovative new intelligent lifting device, hoist, and series of portable ergonomic conveyors promise to boost productivity and safety at ProMat 2025ROCHESTER, NY & CHICAGO, IL — Gorbel, an international leader in ergonomic material handling technology, revealed its latest innovations at the internationally acclaimed ProMat manufacturing and supply chain trade show. Each product is unique in its application and engineering:A well-known product for nearly two decades, the Gorbel Intelligent Lifting Device (ILD) has undergone its latest transformation. The G-Force® VSeries combines cutting-edge advancements in servo technology with the unit’s propriety design. Operators will experience next-level load stability and unit responsiveness that mimics natural movement.Joining the Gorbel hoist lineup is the GSS 115 VAC Single Phase Hoist. This hoist stands out for its ability to operate in versatile, medium-duty spaces with lower power infrastructure. The unit is available in 1/4, 1/2, and 1-ton capacities and features a preconfigured Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) for superior load control.On the Warehouse Solutions side of Gorbel, the Destuff-it™ 2.0 represents a major expansion to their Portable Ergonomic Conveyor offerings. Two new configurations enable end-users to select a unit that is best suited to their loading/unloading environment. Each configuration is designed to optimally position operators against product walls and reduce the risk of injury.The G-Force VSeries, GSS 115 VAC Hoist, and select Destuff-it 2.0 models are available for live demo at ProMat 2025 at McCormick Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois March 17-20.More About Gorbel®Gorbel® is a leader in overhead material handling, ergonomic lifting, and industrial fall protection. Our mission is to “Improve People’s Lives,” and that principle informs our product line-up and dedication to providing world-class service. With over 40years of experience, Gorbel® has established itself as a key player and innovator in the overhead and warehouse solutions industries. We offer a wide range of systems, from long-standing Work Station Cranes and Cleveland Tramrail® patented track cranes to new age intelligent lifting devices like the G-Force® and Easy Arm®articulating jib. Gorbel® entered the warehousing industry in 2020 with the Destuff-it™ portable ergonomic conveyor system, which assists workers when loading/unloading trailers. No matter the industry or application, Gorbel® is committed to offering the highest quality equipment and providing an extraordinary customer experience.ContactSarah WeiseGorbel® Incsarwei@gorbel.com724-454-3465
The device, called a G-Force, has become a world-leading example of ergonomic design and seamlessly bridges the gap between machine power and human dexterity.ROCHESTER, NY and CHICAGO, IL — At the globally renowned ProMat material handling and supply chain trade show, Gorbel® is set to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its groundbreaking G-Force® Intelligent Lifting Device. This device marked a significant advancement in ergonomic design upon its release in 2000.The G-Force was designed by UC Berkeley’s Dr. Homayoon Kazerooni and allows manufacturing workers to lift materials with an ease that is often reserved for robotic technology. “My primary motivation was to reduce the risk of work-related injuries. I feel fortunate to have met the Gorbel team — visionary and forward-thinking individuals who played a key role in bringing this to life,” he said.In the 25 years since Gorbel released the G-Force in the North American andEuropean markets, it has been used to lift almost anything one can imagine from farming equipment to space rovers. Current models can lift more than 1,000 lbs with just a touch of a finger. Retired Gorbel Vice President of Sales David Butwid said of the technology, “If there’s anything grand about this [anniversary], it’s how the G-Force improved workplace safety.”At ProMat, held at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL this March 17-20, Gorbel is hosting a special celebratory breakfast and will be offering live demos of the G-Force. Press affiliates are invited to Booth S2331 to speak with a Gorbel representative about this incredible milestone and learn about the company’s next innovations.More About Gorbel®Gorbel® is a leader in overhead material handling, ergonomic lifting, and industrial fall protection. Our mission is to “Improve People’s Lives,” and that principle informs our product line-up and dedication to providing world-class service. With over 40years of experience, Gorbel® has established itself as a key player and innovator in the overhead and warehouse solutions industries. We offer a wide range of systems, from long-standing Work Station Cranes and Cleveland Tramrail® patented track cranes to new age intelligent lifting devices like the G-Force® and Easy Arm®articulating jib. Gorbel® entered the warehousing industry in 2020 with the Destuff-it™ portable ergonomic conveyor system, which assists workers when loading/unloading trailers. No matter the industry or application, Gorbel® is committed to offering the highest quality equipment and providing an extraordinary customer experience.ContactSarah WeiseGorbel® Incsarwei@gorbel.com724-454-3465
This marks the 21st time that the Victor, NY based manufacturing company, which was founded in 1977, has been included on the Top 100 listRochester, NY – Gorbel® is pleased to announce that it has earned a spot on this year’s list of the Top 100 fastest-growing, privately owned companies in the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region. The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce revealed the 38th annual Top 100 rankings at their awards celebration on November 6 at the Floreano Riverside Convention Center.To be eligible for the Greater Rochester Chamber Top 100 program, companies must be privately owned, headquartered in the nine-countyRochester region, and have earned at least $1 million in revenue in each of the three most recent fiscal years.Bob Duffy, President and CEO of Greater Rochester Chamber ofCommerce, said, “Congratulations to Gorbel® for earning their spot as a2024 Greater Rochester Chamber Top 100 company. Their placement on this esteemed list is reflective of their commitment to growing in Greater Rochester and shaping the economy and community as one of the fastest-growing companies.”About Gorbel®Gorbel® is a leader in overhead material handling, ergonomic lifting, and industrial fall protection. Our mission is to "Improve People's Lives," and that principle informs our product line-up and dedication to providing world-class service. With over 40 years of experience, Gorbel® has established itself as a key player and innovator in the overhead and warehouse solutions industries.We offer a wide range of systems, from long standing Work Station Cranes and Cleveland Traimrail® patented track cranes to new age intelligent lifting devices like the G-Force® and Easy Arm® articulating jib. Gorbel® entered the warehousing industry in 2020 with the Destuff-it™ portable ergonomic conveyor system, which assists workers when loading/unloading trailers. No matter the industry or application, Gorbel® is committed to offering the highest quality equipment and providing an extraordinary customer experience.About the Greater Rochester Chamber of CommerceGreater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is a leading voice of business in the Greater Rochester, NY region, dedicated to promoting the interests of 1,300+ members and advocating for policies that support economic growth and prosperity. Greater Rochester Chamber is the number one resource for information, connections, and support that businesses need to succeed to a rapidly changing business environment. We strive to create a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration that encourages businesses to take risks, explore new opportunities, and grow.About the EventHeld at the Floreano Riverside Convention Center on Wednesday, November 6, the 38th Annual greater Rochester Chamber Top Awards celebrated the fasting growing, privately owned businesses in the area. A reception was followed by a ceremony. The atmosphere was party-like, with many companies bringing confetti and noisemakers.ContactJeff McNeilRob Beightolinfo@gorbel.com
Rochester, NY & Atlanta, GA – Gorbel®, a leading material handling innovator headquartered outside Rochester, is set to exhibit its groundbreaking Destuff-it™ machine at the highly anticipated MODEX 2024 supply chain industry trade show in Atlanta from March 11-14. The Destuff-it™ represents an ergonomic approach to material handling, defined by semi-automation that assists workers instead of displacing them. Featuring an adjustable hydraulic platform, the machine allows one or two workers to precisely position themselves against floor-loaded product walls for efficient handling. Instead of repetitive reaching or bending, the Destuff-it™ brings workers to the products to significantly reduce strain and fatigue. This is revolutionary for operations dealing with a high-volume of trailers and labor turnover, especially in warehouses or distribution centers. “Most containers and trailers are floor-loaded, meaning there are no pallets, just boxes stacked from the floor to the ceiling,” said Vice President of Sales and Customer Experience Pete Friedrich. “It's a tiring job to do if you're just heaving boxes all day long with no assistance from any other kinds of equipment.” Gorbel® is excited to exhibit the Destuff-it™ at MODEX 2024, along with their renowned Overhead Solutions, and showcase how these innovative products align with their mission to “Improve People’s Lives.” Attendees can experience live demonstrations and interact with a team of product experts. About Gorbel® Gorbel® is a leader in overhead material handling, ergonomic lifting, and industrial fall protection. Our mission is to “Improve People’s Lives,” and that principle informs our product line-up and dedication to providing world-class service. With over 40 years of experience, Gorbel® has established itself as a key player and innovator in the overhead and warehouse solutions industries. We offer a wide range of systems, from long-standing Cleveland Tramrail® patented track cranes to new age intelligent lifting devices like the G-Force® and Easy Arm® articulating jib. Gorbel® entered the warehousing industry in 2020 with the Destuff-it™ portable ergonomic conveyor system, which assists workers when loading/unloading trailers. No matter the industry or application, Gorbel® is committed to offering the highest quality equipment and providing an extraordinary customer experience. About MODEX 2024 “As the speed of manufacturing and supply chain operations continues to accelerate, building a more agile, efficient and transparent supply chain depends on today’s forward-thinking decisions. MODEX 2024 brings the entire industry together to provide end-to-end solutions for your operations... Over 45,000 manufacturing, supply chain and transportation professionals will attend seeking solutions for their operations from traditional equipment to sustainability to automation, robotics, and emerging tech.” Hosted March 11-14 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Contact Sarah Weise on Behalf of Gorbel® Inc. sarwei@gorbel.com 724-454-3465
Rochester, NY & Atlanta, GA – Gorbel®, a leading material handling innovator headquartered outside Rochester, is set to exhibit its groundbreaking Destuff-it™ machine at the highly anticipated MODEX 2024 supply chain industry trade show in Atlanta from March 11-14. The Destuff-it™ represents an ergonomic approach to material handling, defined by semi-automation that assists workers instead of displacing them. Featuring an adjustable hydraulic platform, the machine allows one or two workers to precisely position themselves against floor-loaded product walls for efficient handling. Instead of repetitive reaching or bending, the Destuff-it™ brings workers to the products to significantly reduce strain and fatigue. This is revolutionary for operations dealing with a high-volume of trailers and labor turnover, especially in warehouses or distribution centers. “Most containers and trailers are floor-loaded, meaning there are no pallets, just boxes stacked from the floor to the ceiling,” said Vice President of Sales and Customer Experience PeteFriedrich. “It's a tiring job to do if you're just heaving boxes all day long with no assistance from any other kinds of equipment.” Gorbel® is excited to exhibit the Destuff-it™ at MODEX 2024, along with their renowned Overhead Solutions, and showcase how these innovative products align with their mission to “Improve People’s Lives.” Attendees can experience live demonstrations and interact with a team of product experts. About Gorbel® Gorbel® is a leader in overhead material handling, ergonomic lifting, and industrial fall protection. Our mission is to “Improve People’s Lives,” and that principle informs our product line-up and dedication to providing world-class service. With over 40 years of experience, Gorbel® has established itself as a key player and innovator in the overhead and warehouse solutions industries. We offer a wide range of systems, from long-standing Cleveland Tramrail® patented track cranes to new age intelligent lifting devices like the G-Force® and Easy Arm® articulating jib. Gorbel® entered the warehousing industry in 2020 with the Destuff-it™ portable ergonomic conveyor system, which assists workers when loading/unloading trailers. No matter the industry or application, Gorbel® is committed to offering the highest quality equipment and providing an extraordinary customer experience. About MODEX 2024 “As the speed of manufacturing and supply chain operations continues to accelerate, building a more agile, efficient and transparent supply chain depends on today’s forward-thinking decisions. MODEX 2024 brings the entire industry together to provide end-to-end solutions for your operations... Over 45,000 manufacturing, supply chain and transportation professionals will attend seeking solutions for their operations from traditional equipment to sustainability to automation, robotics, and emerging tech.” Hosted March 11-14 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Contact Sarah Weise Gorbel® Inc. sarwei@gorbel.com 724-454-3465
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