Businesses facing growing order volumes, strained warehouse capacity, inefficient picking processes, and high error rates now have a potential solution with the launch of DMW&H, a new powerhouse in material handling systems.
The newly formed brand results from Dearborn Mid-West Company's strategic acquisition of W&H Systems, combining over 115 years of industry expertise. This integration creates a comprehensive material handling solutions provider offering design, integration, installation, and support services across multiple sectors including wine & spirits, e-commerce, retail, industrial, and food & beverage.
Key Advantages of DMW&H
Technical Expertise and Industry Experience
DMW&H leverages the combined knowledge base of both legacy companies, deploying experienced engineering teams to develop customized solutions for complex operational challenges.
End-to-End Solutions
The company provides complete system lifecycle services spanning conveyor systems, sortation technology, warehouse automation, and robotic applications to optimize logistics workflows.
Industry Specialization
With focused expertise in wine & spirits, e-commerce, retail distribution, industrial manufacturing, and food processing, DMW&H delivers targeted solutions addressing sector-specific requirements.
Innovation Focus
The company maintains a research-driven approach to develop cutting-edge material handling technologies that enhance operational efficiency.
Core Product Offerings
- Conveyor Systems: Comprehensive range including roller, belt, chain, and overhead conveyors for diverse material transport needs
- Sortation Systems: Advanced solutions featuring sliding shoe, cross-belt, and tilt-tray sorters for high-speed order processing
- Warehouse Automation: Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), shuttle systems, and stacker cranes for intelligent inventory management
- Robotic Applications: Automated picking, palletizing, and material transfer solutions to reduce labor requirements
Executive Leadership
Joe Colletti, President: Brings three decades of executive management experience from Dearborn Mid-West Company's material handling division, recognized as a top systems provider by Modern Materials Handling magazine.
Ken Knapp, Chief Operating Officer: Oversees customer-facing vertical services with extensive operational experience in retail distribution markets.
Industry Applications
DMW&H serves multiple sectors with specialized solutions:
- Wine & spirits: Optimized storage and distribution systems
- E-commerce: High-velocity order fulfillment technology
- Retail: Supply chain management enhancements
- Industrial: Automated production line integration
- Food & beverage: Sanitary material handling equipment
Operational Benefits
Clients implementing DMW&H solutions report measurable improvements including:
- 50% increase in order processing speeds for e-commerce operations
- 20% improvement in customer satisfaction metrics for retail distribution
- Enhanced food safety compliance in processing facilities
The company maintains 24/7 support services and continuous innovation programs to ensure system reliability and technological advancement.