Leading Material Handling Company Connecticut Businesses Choose
Engineered Handling Systems (EHS) is a full-service material handling company providing complete system integration for manufacturers and distributors. Headquartered in Cromwell, Connecticut, we've spent nearly four decades helping facilities move product more efficiently, more safely, and at lower cost. We bring unmatched expertise to every project across the Northeast region.
We work with 85+ certified equipment manufacturers to design and deliver complete material handling solutions, from a single conveyor line to a fully automated distribution center with AS/RS systems. Our team handles every phase: needs analysis, system design, equipment specification, professional installation, and ongoing service.
What We Do
Our capabilities span the full spectrum of material handling and facility equipment:
Belt, roller, overhead, pallet handling, sortation, and specialty conveyor systems for every throughput requirement.
Overhead bridge cranes, jib cranes, gantry cranes, and clean room cranes from 1/4 ton to 100+ tons.
Scissor lifts, VRCs, dock lifts, lift tables, and ergonomic lift assists for safe vertical transport.
Selective, drive-in, push-back, cantilever, and pallet flow rack plus shelving and AS/RS systems.
Dock levelers, seals, shelters, vehicle restraints, yard ramps, and loading accessories.
Structural steel, roll-formed, and rack-supported mezzanines to double usable floor space.
Wire partitions, safety railings, safety gates, fall protection, and security cages.
Clean rooms, modular buildings, production workstations, industrial curtains, and assembly lines.
Industries We Serve
Our experience spans virtually every industry that moves, stores, or handles physical product:
- Manufacturing, Assembly lines, production workstations, raw material handling, finished goods storage
- Distribution & Warehousing, Pick/pack systems, sortation, conveyor networks, high-density storage
- Aerospace & Defense, Clean room environments, precision handling, secure storage systems
- Pharmaceutical & Medical, Controlled environments, FDA-compliant material flow, clean room solutions
- Food & Beverage, Washdown equipment, cold storage racking, sanitary conveyor systems
- Automotive, Vehicle lifts, paint line conveyors, parts storage, assembly systems
- E-Commerce & Fulfillment, High-throughput sortation, automated storage, pick module systems
Why Choose EHS
Single-Source Accountability
One company responsible for design, engineering, equipment procurement, installation, and post-project service. No finger-pointing, faster timelines, systems that work as designed from day one.
Manufacturer Independent
We partner with 85+ certified manufacturers but we're not captive to any. When we recommend a product, it's because it's the best fit for your application, not because it earns us the highest margin.
37+ Years Experience
Over 1,000 projects across nearly four decades. We know which equipment holds up in 3-shift operations, understand regional permitting requirements, and deliver solutions that perform in the real world.
Local Presence
Headquartered in Cromwell, CT, we're within a few hours of every facility we serve across 12+ states. When you need emergency service, a site visit, or consultation, we're close.
Systems Thinking
We design integrated systems where every component works together, conveyors feeding sortation, cranes serving production lines, mezzanines maximizing vertical space. The result is a facility that flows.
Turnkey Project Management
We don't just sell equipment. We manage the entire project from concept through commissioning so you can focus on running your operation.
Design to Installation
We handle the full scope: facility assessments, CAD layouts, equipment procurement, delivery coordination, and professional installation. One company, one contract, one point of accountability.
On Time, On Budget
Every project gets a defined timeline with milestones, budget tracking, and regular progress updates. We manage schedules tightly so your downtime stays minimal and costs stay predictable.
Multi-Trade Coordination
We coordinate riggers, electricians, concrete contractors, structural steel fabricators, and controls integrators. You get one team managing all trades instead of juggling multiple vendors yourself.
Our Process
1
Consultation
We visit your facility, understand your workflow, and identify bottlenecks and opportunities.
2
Design
Our team designs a solution tailored to your space, throughput, and budget with CAD layouts.
3
Specification
We source from 85+ manufacturers to find the right equipment at the right price.
4
Installation
Our experienced crews handle installation, electrical, controls integration, and commissioning.
5
Support
We stand behind every system with ongoing maintenance, parts, and technical support.
Our History
1988, Founded in Connecticut
EHS was founded with a simple idea: treat every customer's facility like your own. Starting with conveyor systems for local manufacturers, the business grows through word of mouth and repeat clients.
1990s, Regional Expansion
Growing demand leads to expanded capabilities and service territory across New England. Partnerships with major crane and racking manufacturers established.
2000s, Full-Service Integrator
EHS evolves from equipment supplier to full-service integrator, adding design, engineering, and installation capabilities in-house.
2010s, Automation & Technology
Investment in automated storage systems, sortation technology, and controls integration positions EHS for the modern warehouse.
Today, 12+ States, 37+ Years
Still family owned and operated, EHS serves manufacturers, distributors, and warehouse operators across 12+ states throughout the Northeast. The same values that built this company in 1988, personal accountability, honest advice, and hands-on expertise, drive every project today.
Ready to Start a Conversation?
Whether you're planning a new facility, upgrading an existing operation, or just need a second opinion on a material handling challenge, we're here. No pressure, no obligation. Just a straightforward conversation about what you need and how we can help.
Call us at 860-632-0491 or reach out through our contact page. We typically respond within one business day.