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.

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.

August 6, 2024

Automation improves productivity, but also safety, job satisfaction and turnover

In addition to bottom-line benefits such as higher productivity and increased profits, automated solutions have inherent benefits such as less physical exertion that leads to increased personal safety, greater job satisfaction and less staff turnover. 

June 17, 2024

When it comes to automation, one size does not fit all

As the U.S. labor shortage and consumers’ insatiable desire to buy online continue, more companies are embracing automation equipment and systems to optimize operations, eliminate wasteful steps and allocate the resources they have correctly. At Carolina Handling, our focus is helping customers optimize their operations and create higher levels of service for their end users. Taking a consultative approach, we work with companies on how to maximize operational capabilities. And being vendor agnostic, we can identify the best equipment for addressing individual or unique challenges.