Learn why performing a load bank test before winter is essential for industrial generators in Wisconsin and the Midwest. The article explains how testing verifies real performance under load, confirms proper startup, stabilizes output, and ensures key systems are operating efficiently. It highlights when and how often to test, signs a generator is due, and why cold weather makes readiness critical. Partnering with a trusted provider like Wolter ensures your generator is fully prepared for demanding winter conditions.

When it comes to protecting your people, equipment, and facility infrastructure, Steel King sets the standard with durable, American-made safety barriers. Two of the most popular systems - Steel Guard® and Armor Guard®, are designed to safeguard high-traffic industrial environments. But what’s the difference between the two? And which one is right for your operation?

Maximize your warehouse by thinking in cubic space, not just square footage. Smart racking systems and strategic slotting optimize vertical storage, improve picking efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance workflow. Wolter designs tailored layouts to increase pallet positions, boost productivity, and prepare your warehouse for future growth.

Wolter Inc’s Bolingbrook branch serves as a full-service hub for forklifts & material handling equipment and warehouse solutions across Chicagoland. With a convenient location, on-site equipment showroom, full maintenance and repair department, and in-house warehouse design experts, the branch delivers fast, local support backed by Wolter’s regional network — helping Chicago-area businesses “Accelerate Their Productivity.”

As fall leaves start to gather, don’t forget your Generac generator needs attention too. Blocked vents and louvers can cause overheating, shutdowns, and costly downtime especially when power is needed most. Regular inspections and cleaning keep airflow clear and performance reliable. For issues like stuck louvers or unexpected shutdowns, Wolter Power Systems’ certified technicians are ready to help. With proactive seasonal maintenance, you’ll keep your generator running smoothly and your power on when it matters.

Chicago manufacturing is evolving with reshoring, automation, workforce, and sustainability trends. Wolter supports local facilities with in-stock forklifts, automation systems, and storage solutions to boost productivity, safety, and efficiency across the region.

Daily forklift traffic can bend or damage pallet rack uprights, leading to costly repairs and safety risks. The solution isn’t replacing entire sections—it’s adding simple protection. Wolter partners with Steel King to offer four proven options: Steel Guard™ – Heavy-duty barriers against equipment impacts. Guard Dawg® – Affordable floor-level upright protection. Column Core® – Reinforced upright strength where it’s needed most. Post Deflectors – Impact-resistant designs that extend rack life. These proactive solutions help reduce downtime, cut repair costs, and keep warehouses safe and compliant.

Maximize Warehouse Efficiency with Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) As supply chains grow more complex and space becomes more valuable, many operations are turning to Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) to optimize storage, improve accuracy, and speed up order fulfillment.

Wiring details often aren’t clear until late in a project, leading to delays, extra coordination, and potential callbacks. This guide covers the essential control wires and cable types to help you plan ahead, install efficiently, and stay code compliant from the start.