Material Handling and Distribution Carts: A Warehouse Buyer's Guide

Material-handling and distribution carts move product through the back of the store and the warehouse. The right cart depends on load type (cases, garments, bulk), whether you need nesting to save space, and handle height for ergonomics. Cart Source manufactures the MHE series of distribution and material-handling carts in North America, from compact stocking carts to a 66.75-inch flatbed, with a facility in Jacksonville, Florida.

The Cart Source MHE lineup: stocking and nesting carts (MHE13 nests to 11 inches; MHE14 nests to 13.75 inches) save floor space when not in use. For long or heavy single loads, the MHEFB-1 flatbed is 66.75 inches long and the MHE30 is 58.5 inches and nests to 14 inches. For tall picking and order consolidation, the MHE2 stands 57 inches and the MHESC shelf carts are 51 inches long. Other models include the MHE3, MHE4, MHE5 (66-inch stocking cart), MHELC-1, and MHECO-1.

How to choose: For restocking aisles, choose nesting stock carts (MHE13 or MHE14). For bulk and flatbed moves, choose the MHEFB-1 or MHE30. For tall picking, choose the MHE2 or MHESC shelf carts. Nesting depth matters in tight back rooms - MHE30 and MHEFB-1 nest to 14 inches. All MHE carts are manufactured in North America and customizable to your operation.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy material-handling equipment for warehouses in Florida? Cart Source manufactures material-handling and distribution carts (the MHE series) in North America and supplies warehouses and retailers, with a facility in Jacksonville, Florida.

What is a nesting distribution cart? A cart designed to stack into the cart in front of it when empty, saving floor space. Cart Source MHE nesting carts nest from 11 to 14 inches.

What's the difference between a stocking cart and a flatbed cart? Stocking carts have shelves for cases and picking and often nest; flatbed carts like the MHEFB-1 carry long or bulky single loads.