Business Details
42 Years
experience
Custom-Engineered Material Handling Vehicles
Since 1984, RICO Manufacturing has specialized in designing and building custom-engineered material handling vehicles tailored to demanding industrial environments. Our streamlined process ensures every solution meets precise operational requirements while maintaining strict adherence to safety and budgetary constraints. With decades of expertise, we deliver explosion-proof trucks, narrow aisle lift trucks, and specialty vehicles engineered for reliability in diverse applications.Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through industry-first solutions like OSHA-compliant EX forklift conversions and patented design features that enhance workplace safety. As a trusted partner, we provide comprehensive support from initial consultation to on-site delivery, backed by a nationwide dealer network and extensive aftermarket services including technical manuals, repair kits, and compliance training programs.
Services
Custom-Built Vehicles
Explosion-Proof Trucks
Narrow Aisle Lift Trucks
Aftermarket Support
Pre-Owned Equipment
Rental Vehicles
Technical Manuals
Dealer Network Services
Compliance Training
Repair Kits
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have 38+ years of experience engineering custom material handling solutions
- Our vehicles ship on-time and on-budget with early requirement discovery
- We offer OSHA-compliant EX forklift conversion solutions
- Our nationwide dealer network provides local engineering and delivery support
- We maintain 100% focus on specialty lift truck manufacturing since 1984
Services
Custom-Built Vehicles
We engineer custom material handling vehicles to meet specific environmental and operational requirements. Our process begins with detailed consultation to understand workflow challenges, followed by specialized design and precision manufacturing. Each solution incorporates safety features and efficiency-enhancing technologies for industries requiring non-standard equipment.
Explosion-Proof Trucks
Our EX series vehicles are designed for safe operation in hazardous environments. These trucks feature specialized electrical systems and protective enclosures that prevent ignition sources in volatile atmospheres. Compliance with OSHA standards ensures safety while maintaining performance in demanding industrial settings.
Aftermarket Support
We provide comprehensive post-purchase support including technical manuals, repair kits, and compliance training. Our nationwide dealer network offers maintenance services and spare parts inventory to minimize downtime. Regular updates ensure equipment maintains optimal performance throughout its lifecycle.
Rental Vehicles
Our rental fleet offers temporary solutions for changing operational needs. The program includes factory-certified pre-owned equipment with flexible terms for short-term projects. Regular maintenance and updates ensure rental units maintain the same performance standards as our new vehicles.
Dealer Network Services
Authorized dealers provide localized engineering, sales, and service support. This network ensures proximity-based assistance for equipment customization, on-site delivery, and maintenance. Dealers receive specialized training to maintain consistent service quality across all geographic locations.
People
Brian Willingham
Director of Sales
With extensive industry experience, Brian Willingham leads sales operations at RICO Manufacturing. His expertise in material handling solutions focuses on understanding client needs and delivering customized equipment strategies that improve operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Questions
What types of custom material handling solutions do you offer?
We specialize in explosion-proof trucks, narrow aisle lift trucks, and specialty vehicles engineered for specific environmental requirements. Our solutions include both new custom builds and conversions of existing equipment.
How does your engineering process work?
Our process begins with detailed consultation to understand workflow challenges, followed by specialized design and precision manufacturing. We focus on discovering all requirements early to ensure on-time delivery.
Do you provide support for existing equipment?
Yes, we offer comprehensive aftermarket support including technical manuals, repair kits, compliance training, and nationwide dealer service for both new and pre-owned equipment.
Are your vehicles OSHA compliant?
All our EX series vehicles meet OSHA standards for hazardous location operations. We incorporate safety features that prevent ignition sources while maintaining operational performance.
Can I rent equipment?
Yes, our rental fleet includes factory-certified pre-owned lift trucks with flexible terms for temporary operational needs. The fleet features updated models maintained to original equipment standards.
