Category: Canopies
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Applications in Modular Construction: A Look into Upside Innovations’ Modular Stairwell and Canopy Installations
Upside Innovations is at the forefront of reshaping temporary workspace infrastructure. With our prefabricated, modular stairwells and canopies, we offer solutions that prioritize functionality, durability, and safety. In this article, we highlight the features and benefits of Upside’s products. Modular construction (What is modular construction?), a method involving the assembly of complete rooms or sections…
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Improve Safety and Prevent Weather Damage with Loading Dock Seals
Loading docks are one of the busiest and potentially most hazardous areas of industrial workplaces. There are many moving parts such as heavy equipment and foot traffic that continuously move throughout the loading dock daily. One small error can result in a severe or fatal injury. It is crucial to keep loading docks dry and…
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Big-Time Solar Panel Contractor Cited for OSHA Violations
A well-known solar panel contractor has been cited for exposing workers to dangerous fall hazards. The company headquartered in Louisiana is one of the leading solar panel installers in the nation. OSHA issued a third-party citation after an investigation found that it violated federal workplace safety requirements despite being previously cited twice in two years.…
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5 Essential Walkway Canopy Elements to Consider
Aluminum walkway canopies add value to any commercial property, and they last much longer than fabric canopies. Below are 5 elements to consider when determining the best walkway canopy layout. 1. Walkway Width A commercial sidewalk must be at least 5′ wide to comply with ADA regulations. Any sidewalk that is less than 5′ wide…
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4 Ways to Keep Loading Docks Dry and Safe
Slips and falls are the leading cause of workplace injuries, costing employers billions of dollars each year. The loading dock area is one area of the industrial workplace that is very prone to slips and falls. Many moving parts and heavy equipment are used around the loading dock, and one small error can result in…
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4 Types of Industrial Aluminum Canopy Designs
There are countless variations of commercial and industrial aluminum canopy designs that can be applied to schools, retail outlets, warehouses, etc., but below are the four main variations of canopies: 1. Walkway Canopy Walkway canopies usually cover an ADA-compliant pathway, which means they are typically wider than 5 feet. The maximum span for most aluminum…