Articles by SCMFG/Staff

5 Warning Signs Your Upstate SC Forklift Needs Immediate Service

Catching Problems Early Saves Money Upstate South Carolina businesses rely on forklifts for daily operations. Recognizing early warning signs prevents minor issues from becoming major expenses for Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson companies. Small problems often signal bigger failures on the horizon. Addressing these indicators promptly keeps your…


Electric vs. Propane Forklifts for Upstate SC Businesses

Changing Power Trends in Upstate Material Handling Upstate South Carolina businesses face critical decisions when selecting power sources for new forklifts. Both electric and propane options offer distinct benefits based on your specific application. Greenville warehouse managers report growing interest in electric models. This shift reflects both…


Seasonal Forklift Rental Guide for Upstate SC Manufacturing

Manufacturing Peaks Require Extra Equipment Manufacturing facilities across Upstate South Carolina face predictable busy seasons. Many Greenville factories see production surges during Q4, creating temporary needs for extra material handling capacity. Planning ahead for these busy periods helps secure proper equipment before regional shortages occur. This forward-thinking…


Carolina Handling Wins Kautex Safety Award For AGV Implementation

Carolina Handling has received the 2023 Health & Safety Award for Excellence from Kautex, A Textron Company, a Tier One automotive supplier with more than 30 manufacturing facilities in 13 countries. The award was received for an Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) project at the company’s facility in…


Are You Ready for Better?

Ready for Better Do you want to become a better leader, embrace personal development, or improve your team’s engagement and innovation? Perhaps you have an idea for a book or a passion for learning a new subject or language. After founding and working in a marketing company…


Everybody Matters at BW Flexible Systems in Duncan

Last week marked the first OpExChange plant visit of Q2 2024, hosted by BW Flexible Systems in Duncan, South Carolina. The primary focus of the tour was to offer insights into their people-centric culture and their ongoing implementation of lean manufacturing principles through a tiered reporting system….


Carolina Handling Named 2024 Raymond Dealer Of Distinction

For the 33rd year in a row, Carolina Handling has been named a Dealer of Distinction (DOD) by The Raymond Corporation, a global provider of best-in-class material handling equipment and intelligent intralogistics solutions. The DOD award is given annually to the top performers among Raymond Solutions and…


The Role of a Company Website in Attracting and Retaining Top Talent

In today’s digital landscape, a company’s website is more than just an online presence; it’s a powerful tool for recruiting and retaining top talent. A thoughtfully designed, informative, and user-friendly website can significantly enhance an organization’s ability to build a strong, committed workforce. Here’s how: Attracting Top…


Carolina Handling Names Joe Perkins Chief Operating Officer

Carolina Handling, one of the Southeast’s leading integrated material handling solutions providers, has named Joe Perkins its Chief Operating Officer. Perkins has served as executive vice president of operations at Carolina Handling since April 1, 2020. He joined the company in 2012 as a sales representative, moving…


Jenga Leadership: Long Term Planning in the Manufacturing Space

In 2001, Jack Welch, on his retirement as CEO of General Electric, stated that his effectiveness as CEO for twenty years could be measured by the company’s performance over the next two decades. While this assessment was far from wrong, it appears to rate quite highly on…