American Manufacturing Inc. Blog

Material handling carts, such as a top hat rack and cart, are great for warehouse operations because of their versatility and ability to enhance the production of goods. As some of the most popular material handling solutions, these top hat racks can be a great investment for warehouse managers to consider, especially with how economical they are. A top [...]

Manufacturing warehouses have material handling needs that must be met with high-quality and safe equipment like steel containers. These containers are vital parts of the manufacturing process because of their ability to handle, ship, and store parts for various industries. Ultimately, your company’s industry will determine what your container needs are. At American Manufacturing, we always recommend steel equipment [...]

Warehouses and distribution centers require steel shipping pallets to handle, store, and ship merchandise correctly, allowing for a more effective use of space on the warehouse floor and a safer shipping process. Because of this, these pallet racks must be durable enough and built in a way to withstand heavy loads and keep products from falling due to imbalance. [...]

Shipping containers are great tools for warehouses to use, but they can get in the way of your company’s manufacturing processes if not stored correctly. When not in use, workers should take special care to ensure that all containers are stacked properly to avoid safety problems and maintain productivity. Our heavy-duty steel containers at American Manufacturing can be easily [...]

With so much going on in a warehouse or industrial setting, forklifts can become a safety hazard for workers. While they are effective for moving merchandise and heavy loads, they take up a lot of space and can be easily mishandled. Instead of just relying on a forklift for your warehouse handling and moving needs, you should also consider [...]

Companies in the manufacturing industry are always looking to improve productivity and the quality of their products while also keeping production costs low. Because of this, many companies turn to technology to make manufacturing processes more accurate and efficient. With a growing shortage of professional welders, manual welding has somewhat fallen by the wayside. While many manufacturing companies still [...]

To run an efficient business, you need your warehouse to be as organized as possible. Warehouse organization is key to having a fully optimized environment to work in and maintaining a successful business strategy. The best way to organize your warehouse can vary depending on the goals and products of your industry. At American Manufacturing, we specialize in equipment [...]

Having an industrial cart or dolly at your warehouse can help to improve the manufacturing process. Carts and dollies tend to serve the same purpose, so they are basically interchangeable. Tilt carts are more efficient and safer to use than forklifts, and tilting equipment and can be manually maneuvered to carry parts and tools. At American Manufacturing, we offer [...]

If you’ve tried buying any electronics in the past year, you may have noticed a significant increase in pricing and a decrease in supply. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a massive surge in demand for electronic goods and other related products such as computers, gaming systems, and cars. The pandemic affected many industries because of the [...]

Many industries slowed or even stopped the production of their products during the COVID-19 pandemic. The steel industry is no different, and with a continued supply shortage problem, there’s no clear indication of when the cost of steel will go back down. As a company that heavily produces steel products, American Manufacturing is constantly monitoring the steel market. Although [...]

Automotive suppliers can range in scale and size from very large corporations to small or medium-sized companies. They play an integral role in both the manufacturing process and the automotive supply chain. There are also different roles and categories of automotive suppliers which we will further define. Keep reading to discover what automotive suppliers do and how they impact [...]