Yearly Archives - 2021

Safety barriers: pedestrian safety in industrial installations

An industrial zone is a place where workers and machines have to circulate frequently throughout the day. The risks of accidents are particularly high there and it is important to install safety devices, especially for pedestrians. Find out what Canado Nacan Equipments has to offer in this category. Why install pedestrian safety barriers? Machines such as forklifts or trucks in loading docks have blind spots. In other words, the driver is unable to see nearby people and obstacles from a certain angle....

Snow removal systems or Scraper Systems are now part of the Rite-Hite family.

The Rite-Hite network recently acquired Quintin Machinery, which manufactures the Scraper Systems snow removal system and specializes in manufacturing convenient snow removal systems for trucks and buses. As the exclusive distributor of Rite-Hite products in Quebec, Canado Nacan Equipements offers these equipments in its catalog. What should I know about these devices? Why do you have to remove snow from the roof of a truck or bus? Snow removal from the roof of a truck or bus ensures the safety of their...

Are your industrial warehouse doors energy efficient?

The main function of an industrial high speed door is to act as a barrier. It can be installed on the facade or even inside a bonded warehouse or factory. In addition, it is generally wide enough to allow the passage of vehicles in complete safety. How does it differ from classic openings? What is the use of an industrial door? Industrial doors protect from damage, save energy and help separate processes for optimum productivity within a factory or warehouse. In other...

Truck snow removal systems

Snow removal from the roofs of trucks and trailers is mandatory in order to ensure road safety and to keep the vehicle in good condition. To do this, there are now fast and efficient automatic systems, which therefore do not require human intervention and are less expensive. Let's check them out. Why do you have to remove snow from the roofs of trucks, trailers and buses? Snow removal from the roof of heavy vehicles is above all a question of safety. 1- To...

Discover our custom and configurable industrial curtains

The construction of a permanent wall within an industrial or commercial zone is sometimes very expensive and involves the interruption of at least part of the activities, which could negatively affect productivity and turnover. Moreover, this solution seems impractical, especially for temporary separations or when space needs to be enlarged. This is the reason why we recommend you to go for industrial walls / curtains. What is the use of an industrial curtain wall / curtain? An industrial wall /...

Industrial fans: Our practical guide

Industrial fans are large devices designed to cool the atmosphere in a large room. These devices are generally present in factories or warehouses. For what reasons do they exist? Industrial fans improve working conditions for workers Workers can find it difficult to optimize their efforts and tire quickly when it is too hot. By cooling the air, industrial fans provide them with a more comfortable working environment, which can significantly increase their productivity. Industrial fans facilitate the conservation of products and goods Some products...

Restraint Systems (Hooks) – Upgrade Program

Restraint systems or hooks are essential devices for ensuring safety within a loading dock. This equipment, initially launched by our long-standing partner Rite-Hite, represents a more efficient and secure alternative to wheel chocks. They are all the more practical if you update them regularly to adapt to modern truck and trailer designs. Why use retaining hooks? Trucks or trailers must remain stationary during loading or unloading in order to guarantee the safety of workers and goods. Accidents such as the movement of...

Preventive Maintenance Program

It is essential to regularly check and maintain your leveling bridges and all other dock equipment to prevent serious damage and to ensure the safety of workers. To do this, we recommend that you call on our team of technicians who have been specially trained to provide quality services as part of the Preventive Maintenance Program. What services are offered under the preventive maintenance program? At Canado Nacan Equipment, we offer a full range of preventive maintenance services: Cleaning: this step is...

Discover the Rite-Hite Leveling Bridge

On loading docks, safety at the level of the bridge connecting the trailer and the quay is essential to avoid any accident. In fact, workers and operators of forklifts are easily exposed to danger when crossing a leveling bridge. Discover the Rite Hite models, combining quality, reliability and technology.   The hydraulic leveling bridge, a guarantee of safety   At Rite Hite, hydraulic leveling cranes have been developed for many reasons. The safety of personnel who use this type of infrastructure is one of...

Separate interior spaces with our industrial curtain walls

Building a new wall or even a partition in a factory or a loading dock represents a significant investment. Fortunately, today there are practical and affordable devices for creating temporary or permanent interior spaces at your sites: these are industrial curtain walls. What are their particularities and what is the best model?   Under what circumstances should you choose to install industrial curtain walls? Industrial curtain walls make it possible to separate 2 different environments in order to ensure the safety of goods,...

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