Efficient material handling equipment is essential to the safety, cost-effectiveness and overall quality of the automotive production process. Bohl Equipment Co. is a trusted material handling equipment supplier serving companies in the Midwest since 1924. We have strategic partnerships with leading brands to offer specialized equipment, consultations and services that help automotive manufacturers stay competitive.
Your Partner for Streamlined Automotive Material Handling
At Bohl Equipment Co., we are dedicated to doing more than expected. This means meeting and exceeding the unique needs of our clients, from helping them find the right automotive manufacturing equipment to servicing their fleets.
Our experts take the time to understand your operational requirements and budget to offer personalized solutions. We are an authorized dealer for Hyster and Yale and offer a comprehensive range of advanced equipment across our locations in Indiana and Ohio.
Key Challenges in Automotive Manufacturing
We understand that efficient material handling is key to a steady, just-in-time flow of parts to the assembly lines. Automotive manufacturers must maintain strict quality and speed demands, ensure worker safety and support ergonomic work practices. Heavy components like engines and large battery packs also require specialized equipment.
When we partner with clients in the automotive manufacturing sectors, we pay special attention to industry-specific needs such as:
- Just-in-time production speeds.
- Component weight and size.
- Worker safety and ergonomics.
- Sustainability regulations.
Our Automotive Material Handling Solutions
Bohl Equipment Co. offers a wide range of specialized material handling solutions, such as Hyster and Yale automotive forklifts and cost-effective used alternatives. We source our equipment from reputable manufacturers to provide clients with the latest technologies and quality that meets and exceeds industry standards.
Our superior equipment includes:
- Forklifts: We offer an ample selection of Yale and Hyster forklifts, including electric forklifts, IC forklifts, reach trucks and order pickers. They have a robust construction with features like advanced stability systems that provide superior control for moving heavy automotive parts.
- Specialized equipment: Our inventory also includes equipment for unique material handling needs, such as CombiLift equipment for long loads, Rico explosion-proof trucks and personnel transport solutions by Cushman.
- Automation and technology: We help you improve efficiency and safety with Hyster Reaction. This forklift technology uses real-time data on equipment status, location and operating conditions to reinforce operating best practices.
- Integrated solutions: Our reliable cranes and lifts are designed to optimize the automotive part assembly process by handling components efficiently and safely. Our engineering and manufacturing team can also customize overhead cranes for your projects.
Maximize Uptime and Minimize Costs With Our Support Services
The team at Bohl Equipment Co. works to meet and exceed your needs beyond our quality equipment. Our friendly technicians offer expert consultations to help you make informed purchases.
Our services to help you ensure operational success include:
- Fleet management: Our forklift service departments offer a complete selection of services and maintenance programs, including on-site and off-site repairs, customized fleet maintenance programs and mobile tire press service around the clock.
- Operator training: We provide safety training courses for forklift and crane operators. These courses cover safe and proper material handling techniques and updated information on all applicable OSHA regulations. We also offer a train-the-trainer program that can be tailored to your company's needs.
- Parts and service: Our parts department stocks an ample inventory of 7,000 new and remanufactured components to keep your fleet running smoothly. We also source parts through our partnerships with leading OEMs to offer complete availability.
Advantages of Choosing Bohl Equipment Co. for Your Material Handling Needs
Our complete material handling solutions help optimize material flow in automotive plants, reducing bottlenecks in production lines, parts storage and assembly areas. This leads to improved production capacity through streamlined operations.
Some of the benefits of choosing Bohl Equipment Co. include:
- Enhanced safety: Our superior equipment offers the latest technology and safety features for safer operations and work environments.
- Increased productivity: We create custom solutions to optimize material flow, enable faster cycle times and precise part presentation.
- Cost reduction: Streamlined and precise handling helps protect delicate parts and maintain uptime, leading to general cost savings.
- Improved quality: Our material handling equipment includes automated and modular systems that provide highly repeatable part presentation and handling.
Get Quality Material Handling Equipment for Your Automotive Facility
Quality equipment and reliable service are essential for efficient production lines, worker safety and cost control. Browse our selection of specialized equipment or contact our team today for assistance and discover how Bohl Equipment Co. can optimize your automotive material handling processes.
