Most trench systems are sold as “protection.” But in soil mechanics, there’s a critical difference between protection after movement and prevention before movement. Understanding active vs passive shoring can change your entire risk profile....
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Semi-Automation vs Full Automation: When Supporting Workers Matters More Than Replacing Them
Why This Decision Comes Up in Material Handling In many facilities, automation becomes part of the conversation during growth, safety reviews, or when teams are asked to move heavier loads more efficiently without increasing risk. In material...
Your Lift. Our Responsibility
So… What Is a Jib Crane, Anyway? Jib cranes are often the simplest way to introduce controlled lifting into a space without reworking your entire facility. They are especially valuable in tight areas with minimal floor space, where controlled...
Everyone Goes Home – Here’s What That Actually Means in the Trench
Why it matters: OSHA requires protection systems for trenches 5′ deep or more, and job-built shields without engineering are not acceptable.And when you choose a shielding solution like the KUNDEL Titan Series, those features become part of what...
Stop Rebuilding Your Tech Stack: The Zero-Disruption Guide to Semi-Automation
The Reality Facing Manufacturers Today Automation is no longer optional. Safety expectations are higher, labor is tighter, and consistency matters more than ever. At the same time, most manufacturers don’t have the margin for extended downtime,...
5 Ways to Improve Crane Safety and Performance This Year
Your crane still lifts — but is it safe? As we start 2026, it’s the perfect time to evaluate your equipment, protect your crew, and make smart decisions that improve both safety and productivity. Modernization and retrofits aren’t just upgrades —...
Am I Offering the Safest Trench Solution This Year?
At the start of every year, contractors look ahead at schedules, backlog, and the work that needs to get done. It’s a natural reset — a chance to improve processes, tighten operations, and raise standards where it matters most. That includes trench...
The Low-Disruption, High-Impact Automation Move That Pays Back Fast
(How KUNDEL’s K-TRAC, I-STRUT, and Lift-Assist Systems Raise Throughput Without Overhauling Your Floor) Why Semi-Automation Is the Upgrade Most Shops Say “Yes” To Shops turn to semi-automation because it addresses problems that show up every single...
The Trench Box Mistake EVERYONE Makes And Pretends They Don’t
Let’s be brutally honest: every excavation crew, every foreman, every subcontractor has made the trench box mistake. Not the dramatic OSHA one. Not the “we forgot the tabulated data” one. We’re talking about the everyday, silently expensive,...








