Shopping carts are dirtier than public toilets due to infrequent disinfection and can contain mucus, saliva, urine, E. coli, raw meat juice, and blood. They are also dangerous for children, with over 20,000 under 5s treated for injuries each year. Reusable bags can also harbor bacteria if not washed regularly. Shopping carts typically contain more […]
The first shopping carts were invented in 1937 by Sylvan Goldman, owner of Piggly Wiggly Supermarkets, to make shopping easier for customers. Initially, shoppers were hesitant to use them, but with the help of models and advertising, they became popular. Goldman continued to improve the design and formed the Folding Basket Carrier Co. to produce […]
Wheeled carts come in various designs, including kitchen, grocery, luggage, and folding models. Remote control golf carts and beach carts have specialized features. Layered hand trucks are used for transporting items, while shopping carts are convenient for grocery shopping. Wheeled kitchen carts have different shelving combinations and features. The different types of wheeled cart designs […]
An ecommerce shopping cart simplifies the buying process for customers and acts as a virtual retail assistant for merchants. There are two types: licensed software and hosted solutions. Licensed software is downloaded and installed on a web server, while hosted software is paid for on a monthly or yearly basis and is maintained by the […]
Over 20,000 children under 5 visit the ER annually due to shopping cart accidents, with 75% of injuries to the head and neck. Shopping carts have been used in the US since 1940, cost $100-$150, and are germ-laden. Every year more than 20,000 children under 5 go to the emergency room for a shopping cart […]
Over 20,000 children under 5 visit the ER annually due to shopping cart accidents, with 75% of injuries to the head and neck. Shopping carts have been widely used in the US since 1940 and cost $100-$150 each. They are also known for being germ-laden. Every year more than 20,000 children under 5 go to […]
Laundry carts are useful for transporting clothes, especially in homes on the same floor or apartments with elevators. Commercial carts come in various styles with accessories such as casters, covers, and bumpers. They can also double as hampers, and some have shelves and hangers for organizing clothes. Laundry trolleys make transporting clothes to and from […]
Shopping carts become difficult to maneuver over time due to rusted ball bearings, axles, and swivels. The fixed rear wheels and misaligned front wheels also contribute to the problem. Trying out different carts is recommended. Contrary to what some of us might suspect, the wobbly wheel on a shopping cart isn’t factory installed. If you […]
