CustomMHS
Practical guides to the equipment we sell. Written for people specifying it, not for search engines. Every figure is checked against manufacturer data or the published standard.
Each one covers a category end to end: how the products differ, what the specs mean, how to size and choose, and the mistakes that cost money.
SAFETY BARRIERS
Learn the difference between machine guarding and impact protection, understand OSHA 1910.212 requirements, determine safe distances, choose the right guard rail and bollards, and plan gates or lift-out sections where people need access through the barrier.
14 sections 12 FAQs Handle-It · MECO · Jesco · Vestil · Mighty Line
SMALL PARTS STORAGE
Compare all four bin styles, polypropylene vs. fiberglass, inside-dimension sizing, mounting options, and verified specifications to help you choose the right bin for your application.
12 sections 10 FAQs Akro-Mils · Quantum · LEWISBins · Kadon · MFG
HANDHELD CONTAINERS
Compare stacking vs. nesting containers, nest ratios and space savings, HDPE temperature limits, ESD protection, and the cost savings of reusable containers for your operation.
13 sections 12 FAQs LEWISBins · Buckhorn · Quantum · MFG · Monoflo
BULK CONTAINERS
Compare collapsible and rigid containers, common footprint sizes, static and dynamic load ratings, and how return freight costs affect the overall value of reusable containers.
14 sections 12 FAQs Buckhorn · Monoflo · Davco · Orbis · Vestil
CABINETS AND DRAWERS
Understand how storage density really compares, how to configure the right cabinet for your needs, how to read steel gauge and load capacity ratings, and what OSHA requires for storing flammable materials and gas cylinders.
15 sections 12 FAQs Rousseau · Strong Hold · Hallowell · Little Giant
Rousseau R-Series Modular Drawer Cabinet
Decode the R-Series model number, pick width, depth and height, build the drawer mix, and choose partitions, liners, tops and locks.
12 FAQs Rousseau R-Series
Lockers
Compare industrial steel and wire lockers from Hallowell, Strong Hold, and WireCrafters for secure storage of employee belongings, PPE, tools, uniforms, and issued equipment.
12 FAQs Hallowell · WireCrafters
MOBILITY
Industrial carts and trucks make it easier to move tools, parts, and materials throughout your facility, reducing lifting, improving workflow, increasing productivity, and helping prevent product damage.
16 sections 12 FAQs Little Giant · Metro · Jamco · Rousseau · Bayhead
Chairs & Stools
BioFit ergonomic chairs and stools improve comfort, posture, and productivity during long shifts, with durable seating options for labs, cleanrooms, healthcare, education, and industrial work areas.
12 FAQs BioFit Seating
CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENTS
Cleanroom equipment helps control contamination, protect sensitive processes, support regulatory compliance, and improve workflow in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, and aerospace facilities.
14 sections 12 FAQs Metro · Eagle Group · Jamco · Nexel · BioFit
Dock Equipment
Dockboard against dock plate against edge-of-dock leveler, what OSHA 1910.26 requires, capacity sizing, and decoding Vestil model numbers.
12 FAQs Vestil Manufacturing
DRUMS AND CYLINDERS
Drum handling equipment and cylinder handling equipment help safely lift, move, position, and secure heavy drums and gas cylinders while reducing spills, tipping, operator strain, and workplace injuries.
14 sections 12 FAQs Wesco · MECO · Little Giant · Vestil
WASTE AND SCRAP
Self-dumping hoppers and tilt trucks make it easier to collect, move, and dump scrap, waste, and bulk materials, reducing manual handling while improving safety, housekeeping, and material flow.
14 sections 12 FAQs Jesco · MECO · Vestil · Akro-Mils · Bayhead
WORKING AT HEIGHT
Industrial rolling ladders, safety ladders, work platforms, and crossover systems provide safer access for picking, stocking, maintenance, and elevated work in warehouses and industrial facilities.
14 sections 12 FAQs Ballymore · Cotterman · EGA
Mats and Matting
Apache Mills anti-fatigue matting includes dry-area mats for cushioning, wet-area mats for added traction and drainage, and tacky mats that capture dust and debris from footwear at entry points and entrances.
14 sections 12 FAQs Apache Mills · NoTrax
LIFTING AND STACKING
Mobile lift equipment helps raise, position, and move loads safely and efficiently. CustomMHS offers scissor lift carts, pallet trucks, stackers, skid lifts, tilters, and rotators in manual and powered models.
14 sections 12 FAQs Logitrans · Presto Lifts · Wesco · Autoquip
Logitrans Reel Lifts & Rotators
Logitrans reel lifts and rotators make it easier to lift, tilt, rotate, and position reels, boxes, and crates, with manual or powered options and Fork Over or Straddle Leg designs for different loads and layouts.
12 FAQs Logitrans Reel Handling
POSITIONING
Ergonomic lift tables, scissor lifts, work positioners, and pallet and bin tippers raise and position loads at the proper working height to reduce bending, improve safety, and increase productivity.
14 sections 12 FAQs Autoquip · Presto-Lifts · Bishamon · Blue Giant
Scissor Lift Tables by Brand
Compare heavy-duty scissor lift tables by brand, capacity, platform size, lift height, and features to find the right option for safely positioning heavy loads in warehouses and manufacturing facilities.
12 FAQs Presto · Autoquip · Bishamon · Lift Products · Blue Giant
Pallets
Industrial plastic, steel, and aluminum pallets provide durable, reliable handling for warehouse and shipping applications. Choose from nestable, stackable, export, custom, and specialty pallet designs.
14 sections 12 FAQs Orbis · Triple Diamond · Vestil · MECO-Omaha
STORAGE STRUCTURES
Pallet racking systems maximize warehouse storage while providing fast forklift access. CustomMHS offers Husky pre-configured racks and MECO heavy-duty structural racking for demanding, high-capacity applications.
14 sections 12 FAQs MECO · Husky · Hallowell · Keneco
Husky Pallet Rack Components
Husky pallet rack components include uprights, beams, wire decking, and rack backing panels to build, expand, or improve warehouse storage while increasing product visibility, load support, and workplace safety.
12 FAQs Husky · MECO Omaha · ITC
STORAGE STRUCTURES
Why a 48 inch arm holds 70% less than a 12 inch one, why base length follows the arm rather than the height, straight versus inclined arms, and what ANSI MH16.3 changed in 2025.
14 sections 12 FAQs MECO Series 1000 · 2000 · 4000
GENERAL STORAGE
Industrial shelving systems maximize storage, improve organization, and simplify inventory access. CustomMHS offers heavy-duty steel, wire, and polymer shelving for warehouses, stockrooms, and manufacturing facilities.
14 sections 12 FAQs Hallowell · Little Giant · Metro · Nexel · Rousseau
Rousseau Shelving with Modular Drawers
Rousseau modular drawer shelving combines open shelves and 400-lb. full-extension drawers in one flexible system, keeping tools, parts, dies, and fasteners organized, protected, and easy to access every day.
13 FAQs Rousseau R5S Series
SECURITY
Wire security partitions and gates protect inventory, tool cribs, equipment, and restricted areas while maintaining visibility. CustomMHS offers WireCrafters partitions, fencing, doors, and access-control options
14 sections 12 FAQs WireCrafters · Vestil
WireCrafters Style 840 Wire Fencing
WireCrafters wire partitions and security cages provide durable, flexible protection for equipment, inventory, and restricted areas. Their open-wire design controls access while maintaining visibility, airflow, and easy supervision.
12 FAQs WireCrafters Style 840
WHERE THE WORK HAPPENS
Why bench height is a task decision spanning 18 to 39 inches, what a capacity rating really covers, worksurfaces compared, ESD workstations to ANSI/ESD S20.20.
14 sections 12 FAQs Rousseau · Pro-Line · Little Giant · Jamco · BioFit
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Dimensions, load ratings and temperature limits come from manufacturer data. Regulatory requirements are quoted from the standard. Where a figure was not published, we say so rather than filling it in.
Where the industry quotes a number that is marketing rather than measurement, we say which it is and show you how to calculate your own.
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About these guides
Written and maintained by CustomMHS. Specifications are as published by the manufacturer and subject to change; confirm against the current data sheet before ordering. Guides covering regulated topics are educational and are not a compliance assessment, risk assessment, or legal advice.