Integrated Solutions Articles

October 5, 2024

Improving ergonomics with automation

Protecting the health and safety of workers through improved ergonomic design has been a focus of material handling equipment manufacturers for the past several years. Automation solutions such as conveyors, automated storage and retrieval systems, pallet shuttles and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) take the reduction of ergonomic risk factors to an even higher level.

May 28, 2024

It’s awards season at Carolina Handling

It’s awards season in the entertainment industry and Carolina Handling is celebrating with several awards of its own. Our accolades are especially meaningful because they’ve come from industry peers, vendors, customers and community partners. They recognize achievements in sales, market share, recruiting and community involvement – elements that, we believe, make Carolina Handling an employer of choice.

January 2, 2025

Top 15 business trends shaping material handling in 2025

Most analysts agree that the material handling industry is headed for a significant rise in automation, robotics and artificial intelligence integration in 2025 as companies look to solve challenges such as real-time tracking of shipments and inventories, faster fulfillment and delivery, and an ongoing worker shortage.

December 16, 2024

Solutions for Santa: A differentiator in the material handling industry

At Carolina Handling, we’re always looking for ways to set us apart from the competition. Sometimes, the differentiator is being creative, so we strive to make our brand awareness campaigns as innovative and effective as our integrated solutions.

November 4, 2024

Don’t let motive power be an afterthought in the dynamic world of material handling

Forklift battery system maintenance is equally as important as scheduled maintenance of brakes, tires and hoses. A proactive plan for managing motive power is a critical component in maximizing the lifetime of assets.

September 26, 2024

In search of partners, not product sellers

Manufacturers and distributors are being more proactive in the face of an unpredictable marketplace, and they are looking for partners, not product sellers, to help them make informed decisions.