Founder and CEO
In the early 80’s, Ted Hodges decided to forego the MLB draft and join a company in the material handling equipment industry in the Pacific Northwest. It didnt take long for him to notice that used pallet racking was not only a labor expense to his customers, but it was also being thrown away. Recognizing the opportunity and need to recycle and repurpose pallet racking, Ted started offering these used materials to his customers at substantial discounts versus the price of new. Not only was he providing a value to his selling customer, he was also offer cost-savings to his buying customer!
In 1986, Ted moved to Denver, CO where he started Conesco to fully offer his customers turnkey warehousing products and services including the repurposing of quality, used material handling equipment. Today, Ted manages Conesco Storage Systems and is proud to employ over 40 people across the country who all contribute to serving customers of all sizes across the different stages of the warehousing lifecycle.
When it comes to material handling equipment, operators face an important decision: whether to purchase new or used assets. There are advantages and disadvantages for both options in terms of upfront cost, performance, maintenance, and more. Carefully weighing these...
It’s a tough decision. Do you spend the money you have on new equipment, knowing that it will last a long time, or do you save a bit by opting for used equipment that will get the job done but will need replacement more quickly? There is no right or wrong answer, but...
The right new or used material handling equipment can make a big difference in your efficiency and maximization of space utilization. Both impact your productivity, safety, and costs. The more efficiently you can operate your warehouse or distribution center, the...
It seems that we all have that one piece of equipment. Maybe it is a forklift that’s aging. The lift is slow, the mast shimmies at full extension, and the battery does not hold its charge long. Upgrading to a new model with a more rugged triple mast and side shift is...
The warehouse industry is experiencing a significant evolution. Rapidly changing customer demand and broad industry consolidation are just two recent trends that impact how operators staff and equip their facilities. Whether you are in the market to buy used material...
The warehouse industry is undergoing significant change. Rising labor costs, pressure to reduce operating expenses, and fluctuating demand are top-of-the-list items. Many warehouse operators trying to improve operations within tight budgets are searching for “used...
Your warehouse layout and equipment make a significant difference when it comes to flow and throughput. When you are looking to buy material handler equipment, it’s about more than just equipment pricing. Designing and operating an efficient warehouse requires a...
We have seen the grim headlines. Ongoing labor shortage. Inflation continues. Recession may be looming. Customers are more demanding than ever. Shipping costs are rising. It’s clear the warehouse operations industry is challenging today. Warehouse operators need to...
For many operators, creating a warehouse budget for the new year ahead is a check-the-box activity. Smart operators, however, use a budget to look for ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and grow profitability. Construction of new warehouses slowed significantly...