Emerging Leaders: Travis Herd of Matthai Material Handling

From his early days as a lead cook at Wendy’s to his current role as service manager at Matthai Material Handling, Travis Herd has navigated a unique path, driven by resilience and a thirst for growth.


Distributor Member Profile: SilMan Industries

Since its inception, SilMan Industries has been driven by a vision to revolutionize the industrial service experience. With a focus on innovation, collaboration and customer centricity.



Members Give Back: WireCrafters and Carolina Handling

WireCrafters partnered with Pleasure Ridge Park High School (PRP) to support its welding program. Carolina Handling took a unique approach to raise funds for six Ronald McDonald Houses throughout its territory.


Women in Industry: Linda Orlando of REB Storage Systems

Linda Orlando believes in leading by example. Surrounded by talented individuals at REB Storage Systems International, Orlando considers herself fortunate to have the “best seat in the house.” Her journey from the accounting department to a leadership role showcases resilience, determination and a commitment to continuous learning in the dynamic world of material handling.


Supplier Member Profile: Advance Storage Products

This year offers Advance Storage Products a chance to look back at an important milestone in the company’s history and to launch a new chapter that embraces the material handling industry’s shift toward automation.