BHS, Inc., a St. Louis-based manufacturer of custom material handling equipment, has announced a new line of modular attachments for order picker trucks, aiming to address safety concerns and boost efficiency in modern warehouses. The attachments, available in four product series, are designed to adapt to various tasks without the long lead times typically associated with custom solutions.
The new product line includes Modular Order Picker Carts, which feature heavy-duty casters and can double as pushcarts for ground-level inventory management; Modular Order Picker Platforms, which lack casters and function solely as attachments; and specialized versions for furniture order pickers, including Furniture Carts and Furniture Platforms sized for longer forks. All components are custom-sized to align perfectly with the truck’s operator deck, eliminating gaps that could create tripping hazards—a common safety risk with some attachments.
According to Trent Boothe, Technical Sales Manager at BHS, the growth of narrow-aisle racking has increased reliance on order picker trucks. “Our goal is to make those trucks safer, more productive, and flexible enough to handle anything,” Boothe said in the announcement. The modular design allows users to adjust shelf spacing, remove shelves entirely, or add rails and guarding using standard tools, creating a tailored work platform without the delays of made-to-order equipment.
The modularity is a key selling point, as it enables these carts and platforms to function like custom equipment but with faster shipping. “We specialize in designing custom equipment, but it takes time to design something from scratch,” Boothe noted. “Our modular solutions ship a lot faster than an all-original product. They give you custom performance without custom lead times.”
The implications of this launch are significant for warehouse operators facing growing pressure to optimize space and labor. Narrow-aisle racking maximizes storage density but requires efficient picking solutions. By offering attachments that adapt to different tasks—such as ground-level inventory management or furniture handling—BHS provides a versatile option that can reduce the need for multiple specialized trucks. The safety improvements, particularly the elimination of tripping hazards, address a critical workplace concern; according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, slip, trip, and fall hazards are among the most frequently cited violations in warehousing.
BHS, Inc., which designs custom warehouse solutions and material handling equipment, emphasizes ergonomics and productivity for clients across industries. The new modular order picker attachments are available now exclusively from the company. For more information, visit https://www.bhs1.com.
As e-commerce and supply chain demands continue to rise, innovations that enhance flexibility and safety in warehouse operations are increasingly valuable. BHS’s modular approach may set a new standard for order picker attachments, offering a practical alternative to fully custom solutions.
