Author: Kyle McAllister

Truck Spotting

Essential Steps for Safe and Efficient Truck Spotting

by Kyle McAllister

Truck spotting is a crucial method that can help mitigate these risks. It involves a “spotter” assisting the driver of a large truck, providing an extra set of eyes to help maneuver the vehicle safely. This practice is not just about avoiding accidents; it’s about creating a safer work environment. Learn about the intricacies of truck spotting, from the importance of prearranged hand signals to the role of modern technology like backup cameras. Discover how you can improve safety and efficiency on your industrial worksite with SafeRack’s innovative solutions.

Flatbed Fall Protection Work Platform

Three Reasons Flatbed Fall Protection Is for You

by Kyle McAllister

When accidents occur on the job site, productivity is hampered, and injuries may result in more than just lost time. OSHA citations and fines, worker’s compensation, lawsuits, and other problems all impact the bottom line. Loading and unloading hazards on flatbed trucks are common causes of accidents, and, when proper safety precautions aren’t taken, those
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What to Consider When Choosing a Fall Protection Equipment

by Kyle McAllister

When you work in an industrial environment, it goes without saying that safety is — and should be — a number one priority as fall protection equipment is now under public scrutiny. Currently in the UK, falls are the most frequent cause of non-fatal major injuries in the manufacturing sector. And in the US, according
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Cement Asphalt loading platform and top loading arm truck Loading Safety Cage

How to Get a Worksite Safety Record to Be Proud Of

by Kyle McAllister

In the most recent year statistics were available, over 20 percent of workplace fatalities occurred at construction sites, as logged by the U.S. Department of Labor. That’s one in five worker fatalities in the construction industry alone. Of those fatalities, 58 percent were from what’s dubbed the “Fatal Four” causes of death in construction: falls,
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SafeRack Partners with LafargeHolcim to Keep Employees, Contractors, and the Community Safe Using a Cement Barge Gangway

by Kyle McAllister

LafargeHolcim is a world leader in the cement industry and the largest producer in the United States, so it’s no surprise that SafeRack’s cement barge gangway was the product they needed to keep production running safely and efficiently. Like SafeRack, their strong company values ensure the health and safety of their employees, contractors, and community
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Production Line Crossover Stair

Evolution Fresh installs an ErectaStep Production Line Crossover Stair

by Kyle McAllister

ErectaStep Helps Evolution Fresh Improve Safety at the Largest Juicery in North America with the Addition of Manufacturing Crossovers ErectaStep’s manufacturing crossover stairs are helping businesses improve safety and streamline production across all sectors. When founder Jimmy Rosenberg set his sights on starting a homegrown business way back in 1984, he had no idea just
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The Partner Trusted by the Frac Sand Industry

by Kyle McAllister

SafeRack, a company with years of experience working in the safe access industry, is stepping up to resolve the increasing challenges faced by the frac sand industry. Sustained demand for proppant continues to drive the need for quick, innovative, and cost-effective ways to safely access, load, and ship sand to fracking sites across the US.
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SafeRack Helps Concrete and Aggregate Facilities Stay Safe and Compliant

by Kyle McAllister

When loading and unloading cement and other binding substances for your business, safety is no joke. That’s why the world’s industry leaders such as LafargeHolcim North America rely on SafeRack to provide durable, high-cycle safety loading systems to ensure safe and reliable working environments. From trailer loading gangways, platforms, and safety-related loading equipment, SafeRack knows that cement and
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Jack Murphy

SixAxis, Parent Company of SafeRack Welcomes Jack Murphy as VP of Sales

by Kyle McAllister

SixAxis announced the appointment of Jack Murphy to the executive leadership team on January 7th, 2019. Murphy stepped into his role as Vice President of Sales on January 21st, 2019.  SixAxis’ innovative products have been giving businesses in all sectors the competitive edge globally since 2003. Their award-winning products and patents are created under brands
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Construction Chemicals Division of BASF Relies on SafeRack to Ensure Optimal Operator Safety

by Kyle McAllister

As the global leader in sustainable chemicals, Master Builder Solutions from BASF offers advanced chemical solutions for new construction, maintenance, and repair and renovation of structures all over the world. The Construction Chemicals Division plant, located in Dubai, UAE employs 6500 people and boasts annual sales of approximately €2.4 billion. They are responsible for helping to
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SafeRack helps Eco-Services Update Acid Railcar Loading Platforms

by Kyle McAllister

Rhodia company, now known as Eco-services, was in need of upgrading their old, antiquated acid railcar loading platforms to one updated continuous platform for loading railcars. They knew that SafeRack was right for the task due to their reliable safety systems in bulk chemical loading. This project started back in 2011-2012, but took time due to the
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Defense Industry Replaces Temporary Scaffolding

by Kyle McAllister

A defense company had recently built an addition to their facility and installed equipment for a new manufacturing process they were adopting. The concrete infrastructure was poured and temporary scaffolding was being used to supervise new equipment installation and conduct equipment startup and operation. That said, the customer needed a permanent work platform to replace
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Ammonia Loadout Facility Louisiana

Project Profile – Louisiana Ammonia Loadout Facility

by Kyle McAllister

SafeRack was tapped to supply and install all anhydrous ammonia loading platform and safety equipment as part of their $175 million investment in upgrades and infrastructure to increase production capacity to 800,000 metric tons at an 800 acre, Louisiana anhydrous ammonia manufacturing complex located on the Mississippi River, Jefferson Parish, just outside New Orleans, LA.
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Crude Oil Facilities: An Introduction to Safety

by Kyle McAllister

What does your workday look like? If you’re like most people with a nine-to-five job, you spend your days working in an office, most likely at a desk, on a computer or laptop. Perhaps you also get together with coworkers for meetings or conference calls throughout your day.

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SafeRack LLC Announces First of its Kind Master Distributor Partnership with Canada-based Northern Platforms LTD

by Kyle McAllister

ANDREWS, S.C., June 7, 2017 /CNW/ — SafeRack LLC, the leading manufacturer of truck and railcar loading platform systems and safety equipment, is proud to announce Northern Platforms LTD as its first exclusive distributor for the Alberta and British Columbia regions of Canada. The move comes after many years of sharing the same marketspace. With petro-chem
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June is National Safety Month!

by Kyle McAllister

As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. And there’s no better time than now to focus on preventing workplace injuries — especially since June is the National Safety Council’s (NSC) National Safety Month.