Papé Material Handling announced the grand opening of its new facility in Concord on May 8, 2024. The event featured a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, a BBQ lunch for all guests, and tours of the state-of-the-art facility. This expansion represents a significant increase in service capacity and enhanced capabilities for handling larger equipment, as well as new support for the Concord community.
“Our new Concord location is a milestone in Papé Material Handling’s commitment to providing top-tier service and solutions,” said Chris Wetle, President of Papé Material Handling. “With this facility, we’re not just expanding our physical footprint; we’re elevating the standards of service in the material handling industry.”
The facility has an impressive total drip line of 42,865 square feet, with canopies covering 12,115 square feet and a spacious interior of 30,750 square feet. All racking, guard railing, tool room cage, Overhead Door™ products, and Hanel Lift were provided by Engineered Products, a Papé Company. Increased service capacities include dual 5-ton cranes, larger doors to accommodate larger equipment, greater capacity for operations and storage, enhanced electrical infrastructure, and additional vertical height for future expansion. The facility was designed to accommodate growth and launched with 40 employees, with plans to increase its workforce to 55.
The grand opening was attended by several local dignitaries, including the mayor and city council members, reflecting the community’s support for this significant development. Papé Material Handling extends its gratitude to all who attended the grand opening and looks forward to serving the Concord community and beyond with its enhanced capabilities.
With over 85 years of experience, Papé is a fourth-generation family-owned and led business with a long tradition of success in the equipment business. Papé Material Handling prides itself on providing a wide selection of versatile equipment for warehousing, construction, and other material handling operations.
