2016: A Year in Review
2016 was one of the best years in Hytrol history. We overcame challenges in the influx of business, diversified our markets, grew our workforce and invested in our relationships.
Category Industry Trends
David Peacock: How Innovation Affects Customers
According to a survey conducted by PwC regarding innovation, 92 percent of industrial manufacturing executives said innovation is important to future revenue growth. It makes sense—to meet consumer demand in this day and age, businesses must evaluate how to solve…
David Peacock: Lean Leadership
On this blog, I’ve discussed trends in manufacturing, in mentoring, in hiring. The overarching theme for each of these topics can be summed up in one word: change. In every industry, in every generation, and in every market, change is…
David Peacock: Material Handling Acquisition Effects on Customers
Is your conveyor company the same company it was last year? If it’s Hytrol, it is. Recently some major players in the material handling industry were acquired through business agreements, and while an acquisition does not spell disaster, it’s always…
David Peacock: Fostering Millennial Talent as a Baby Boomer
It’s a tough fact to swallow: the skills gap in manufacturing means that 2 million jobs will potentially go unfulfilled in the next decade in this sector. The solution to this problem can be even tougher for an older generation…
David Peacock: 4 Safety Tips in Manufacturing
At Hytrol, we create the most advanced material handling solutions in the world, and we couldn’t do that without the dedication of each and every employee who walks through these doors. We also recognize that a manufacturing facility has the potential for…
David Peacock: Attributes to Look for in a Material Handling Integrator
A material handling system is a huge investment and often establishes the performance capabilities of the organization. Consequently, experience and communication are key attributes to look for when choosing a partner that will aid you in designing and implementing the…
The 5 Characteristics of a Team-Oriented Department
Creating a team-oriented environment can seem like a daunting task. In today’s workplace, employees can find themselves competing against each other instead of helping one another out, and in the end everyone’s performance suffers for it. As a team leader,…
David Peacock: The Top Questions to Ask Trade Show Exhibitors
Going to a trade show can give you insight into your industry. The knowledge and exposure to products and resources is of great value in itself. But if you’re attending a trade show for more specific information about a solution,…
David Peacock: The Importance of Onshoring
Hytrol has been an American-made company since it was founded in 1947. It’s a crucial aspect of our company’s brand and a huge factor in our success. Through the challenges we’ve had along the way, we’ve always pledged to keep our…