Articles by SCMFG/Staff

Carolina Handling Receives Industry MVP Award

Carolina Handling, a recognized leader in the material handling industry, has received the 2024 Most Valuable Partner (MVP) Award from the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) for outstanding achievements in 2023. This marks the fourth consecutive year that the company has received the award. The MVP…


Identifying Concerns in the Workplace and Beyond

About five years ago, I was asked the following question: What issue for today’s working women is of most concern to you? When I started writing my response, I noticed that I had more concerns than I realized and that they were the concerns of many –not just women….


“Young People won’t work” because we are driving them away

“Young people don’t want to work”. It is a phrase I hear repeated often by factory owners and managers, as if by sheer repetition it will become truth. Young people do work, but they don’t work for you. The economic and social landscape have shifted, and despite…


OpExChange Announces 2023 Engagement Awards

As the foremost manufacturing benchmarking group in South Carolina, the OpExChange recently concluded what may be considered its most successful year of engagement and peer-to-peer collaboration in its twenty-two-year history. In mid-December, the group organized its third annual year-in-review and awards ceremony, a virtual gathering that attracted…


Forklift Sales in Spartanburg, South Carolina

When it comes to material handling, choosing the right forklift can significantly enhance productivity, safety, and efficiency in your operations. At Piedmont Forklifts, we specialize in providing top-quality forklift sales tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and the surrounding areas. Whether…


Forklift Repairs in Spartanburg, South Carolina

At Piedmont Forklifts, we know that reliable material handling equipment is the cornerstone of your operations. When forklifts fail, productivity suffers, leading to costly delays and inefficiencies. That’s why we offer top-tier forklift repair services to businesses across Spartanburg and the Upstate South Carolina region. Our expert…


Forklift Rentals in Spartanburg: Adaptable Solutions from Piedmont Forklifts

In today’s fast-paced business world, adaptability is essential for maintaining efficiency and staying competitive. At Piedmont Forklifts, we recognize that your material handling needs can evolve quickly. That’s why we offer an extensive forklift rental service tailored to meet the diverse requirements of businesses across Spartanburg, SC,…


Safety, Sustainability, Success: The Ingevity Model in Charleston

The final OpExChange plant visit in 2023 led the team to Ingevity in Charleston. Established in 1948, this extensive chemical manufacturing plant is easily recognizable from the Don N. Holt Bridge on Highway 526 when heading towards Mount Pleasant. Ingevity is widely known for its commitment to…


Remembering Rudy Mancke – A Staple of Growing Up South Carolina

Growing up in South Carolina, my twin brother Joe and I were big fans of South Carolina Public Television. We were particularly drawn to NatureScene, a show hosted by the late Naturalist, Rudy Mancke. His love for our state’s plants, animals, and environmental ecosystems fascinated us and…


Carolina Handling Named South Carolina Veteran-Friendly Employer

Carolina Handling was named a veteran-friendly employer by the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs (SCDVA) during a presentation held on December 5, 2023, at the company’s Hilton Learning Center in Piedmont, South Carolina. The SCDVA program recognizes South Carolina businesses that actively recruit military veterans and…