Alright, buckle up, youngsters! Your old pal, fifty years in the trenches, is here to set you straight on something near and dear to my heart: material handling. Now, I’ve seen it all, from the days when a strong back and a good pallet jack were cutting-edge, to today’s world of AI and robotics. And … Read more

Alright now, pull up a chair, son or daughter. Let ol’ Mike tell you a thing or two about this business of material handling. Fifty years, eh? Well, let’s just say I started when forklifts had more character than cup holders, and conveyor belts sang a different tune. I’ve seen it all, from manual labor … Read more

Alright, settle in, folks. You’ve come to the right place if you’re keen to peek behind the curtain of what’s going to make warehouses and distribution centers hum come 2026. After nearly half a century wrestling with forklifts, conveyor belts, and the sheer poetry of efficient movement, I’ve seen trends rise and fall like day … Read more

Alright, let’s talk shop, shall we? Fifty years, nearly to the day, I’ve been breathing, eating, and sleeping material handling equipment. Seen it all, from the hand trucks of yesteryear to the robotic marvels of today. But if there’s one constant, one bedrock principle that’s stood the test of time, it’s this: ignore ergonomics, and … Read more

Alright folks, pull up a chair, grab a coffee. Old Man Henderson’s here, and I’m about to spill some wisdom that’s been rattling around this brain for nearly half a century. Fifty years, imagine that. Fifty years of watching boxes move, pallets fly, and warehouses hum. You think you know material handling? Bless your heart, … Read more

You know, after all these years, you’d think I’d have run out of things to say about material handling equipment (MHE). But honestly, the more I talk about it, the more I realize how deep this rabbit hole goes, and how truly fascinating it all is. It’s not just about forklifts and conveyor belts, let … Read more

Well hello there! Come on in, don’t be shy. It’s a pleasure to have you here. You know, after nearly five decades of walking the floors, negotiating deals, and seeing just about every trick in the book when it comes to getting goods from point A to point B, I’ve learned a thing or two. … Read more

Alright, settle in, folks, because Uncle Hank is about to lay some wisdom on you. Fifty years, give or take a few coffee breaks, I’ve been breathing the dust and smelling the hydraulic fluid of material handling. From the clatter of a hand truck to the hum of a complex automated warehouse system, I’ve seen … Read more

Small warehouse equipment plays a critical role in maximizing space, improving productivity, and streamlining operations in compact warehouse environments. With the right material handling necessities, even a small operation can move goods efficiently, reduce labor, and make better use of every square foot. The key is choosing equipment that fits your workflow, products, space constraints, … Read more

Alright, let’s talk about MHE. It’s a term you’ve probably heard thrown around in warehouses, and maybe even in hushed tones in board rooms, but what does it really mean? For nearly five decades now, I’ve had the distinct pleasure of not just selling, but truly living and breathing material handling equipment. I’ve seen the … Read more