Does your industrial workplace have the necessary industrial grade supplies and equipment? Having the right supplies can greatly improve working conditions and provide employees with what they need to get their work done. In this blog post, we’ll look at six essential supplies that all industrial workplaces should have on hand to for greater safety and efficiency.
1. Safety Knives
Safety knives are an important tool for cutting that help to minimise the likelihood of the user getting accidentally cut or injured. They come with a retractable blade and a comfortable ergonomic handle that makes it safer and easier to open boxes and cut items like shrink wrap, straps and tape.
2. Cutters
Industrial grade cutters, snips and scissors are handheld tools designed to cut certain kinds of materials. Bolt cutters are suitable for cutting through metal objects like chains, bolts and padlocks, while tin snips can be used to cut packaging straps and industrial scissors are a good option for cutting rope, plastic, cardboard, fabric, leather and thin metal materials.
3. Pallet Straps
Pallet straps are used to ensure products on pallets are properly secured so they won’t fall off. These long straps can be wrapped around items of various sizes, keeping everything in place. They only take a moment to apply and are hi-vis to make them stand out.
4. Cleaning Chemicals
All commercial and industrial workplaces are required as per Australian workplace health and safety standards to keep their premises clean and hygienic. This can be achieved by using heavy-duty cleaning chemical products that are effective and safe to use, making it easier to cleans carpets, tiles and other surfaces.
5. Tape Measures
Tape measures can be used to measure all kinds of objects and materials, with their flexibility allowing them to curve around items of any shape and size. Look for tape measures made from double nylon coated materials and abrasion resistant blades, preventing the tape from scraping against items.
6. Staplers & Staples
Industrial grade staplers are handheld tools are used to drive metal staples into various kinds of materials. They’re suitable for completing tasks like packing parcels, laying carpet, installing insulation, sealing cartons, and other light-duty and heavy-duty applications.
Get the Supplies You Need Today
If you require any of the aforementioned supplies for your industrial workplace, shop online at TigerPak Packaging to get what you need. You can also call us on 1300 525 325 or submit an online enquiry to learn more about our products.