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Carton Clamp Methodologies And The Effects On Load Containment And Retention, Tyler D. Blumer
Carton Clamp Methodologies And The Effects On Load Containment And Retention, Tyler D. Blumer
Master's Theses
ABSTRACT
Carton Clamp Test Methodologies and the Effects on
Load Containment and Retention
Tyler Don Blumer
A carton clamp is an alternative device for moving packages and material. Instead of using iron tines like that of a conventional forklift, a carton clamp uses two large aluminum platens to slightly compress and secure the load for handling. This is advantageous as it allows operators to move layers of a unitized load individually, and eliminates the need for a pallet when handling full unitized loads. When using a carton clamp attachment, it is often difficult for operators to accurately gauge the amount …
Consumers And Benefits Of Genetically Modified Vegetables, Megan Carter Judge
Consumers And Benefits Of Genetically Modified Vegetables, Megan Carter Judge
Master's Theses
With the adoption of biotechnology in many agricultural products with first-generation biotechnology traits such as increased pest resistance, greater herbicide resistance, and increased yields the growers have accepted them. The next wave of biotech crops have second-generation traits, such as improved nutrient content, extended shelf life, reduced pesticide and herbicide application (a consumer demanded trait), and better taste. Will these consumer benefits offset any concern that the consumer has regarding biotechnology? What are those benefits and how should the information be communicated to the consumer?
Three focus groups give insight to the proposed questions. The focus groups were done in …