Ottawa, IL

Forklifts and material handling equipment from an MH Equipment location near you

Ottawa Hyster & Yale Forklift Dealer

MH Equipment: Your Material Handling Partner in North Central Illinois

Sales, rentals, service, parts, and material handling solutions for businesses in Ottawa and surrounding North-Central Illinois communities.

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Location Details

815-434-5745

4110 Mwn Ln, Ottawa, IL 61350

Branch Operating Hours

Office Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Parts Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Service Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Shipping/Receiving Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Location Highlights

Hyster & Yale equipment
Local parts and service support
New and used equipment
Equipment rentals
Material handling and warehouse solutions

Brands We Carry

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Product territories vary by location and may be limited in some areas.

Work with MH Equipment in Ottawa

Material handling needs rarely stop with the equipment purchase. Our Ottawa team can help you choose equipment for your application, keep your current fleet maintained, source replacement parts, or find a rental when your workload changes.

If your needs extend beyond lift trucks, MH Equipment can connect you with warehouse, fleet management, and other resources to support the larger operation.

What We Offer in Ottawa

Equipment Sales

New and used material handling equipment to fit any application, backed by a team that knows how your operation runs.

IC forklifts
Electric forklifts
Reach trucks
Order pickers
Pallet jacks
Aerial equipment

Telehandlers
Industrial cleaning equipment
Personnel carriers
Specialty equipment
And more

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Equipment Rentals

Need equipment fast? Our equipment rental fleet covers seasonal demand, equipment downtime, special projects, and short-term needs.

Daily rentals
Weekly rentals

Monthly rentals
Long-term rentals

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Service & Repair

When equipment goes down, productivity follows. Our Ottawa service team provides scheduled maintenance, preventative service, forklift repair, and emergency repairs to help keep your fleet operating.

We service:

Forklifts
Aerial equipment
Railcar movers

Industrial cleaning equipment
Warehouse equipment
Other material handling equipment

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Parts

Get the parts you need quickly from a team that understands your equipment and your operation. MH Equipment offers and sources parts from 40+ manufacturers.

OEM parts
Replacement parts
Attachments

Batteries and chargers
Tires
Safety accessories

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Warehouse Solutions

Beyond equipment, MH Equipment helps businesses optimize storage, workflow, and facility performance.

Warehouse design
Pallet racking
Shelving systems
Conveyor systems

Project management
Installation
Warehouse automation
Engineered material handling solutions

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Fleet Management

Lower your operating costs and boost fleet utilization using data-driven fleet management technology and reporting tools built to eliminate downtime.

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OSHA-Compliant Operator Training

Help operators stay safe, productive, and compliant with instructor-led training programs.

Forklift operator training
MEWP training

Train-the-Trainer programs
Safety evaluations

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Service Area

Proudly serving Ottawa and surrounding communities throughout North-Central Illinois.

Illinois

Dwight

LaSalle

Marseilles

Mendota

Ottawa

Peru

Pontiac

Streator

Frequently Asked Questions

What forklift brands does MH Equipment carry in Ottawa?

Our Ottawa location offers a wide range of material handling equipment from Hyster and Yale, including gas and electric forklifts, pallet trucks, reach trucks, order pickers, and other equipment for demanding applications.

We also carry equipment from leading manufacturers, including Combilift, Bendi, Genie, Kärcher, Rail King, RICO, Skyjack, and Taylor-Dunn. Our team can help you find the right equipment and brand for your operation.

Can I rent equipment from the Ottawa location?

Yes. MH Equipment offers rental equipment for short-term projects, seasonal demand, downtime, and long-term needs. Connect with the local team to check availability.

Does MH Equipment provide forklift repair near Ottawa?

Yes. Our Ottawa service team provides scheduled maintenance, preventative service, repairs, and support for forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Can I order forklift parts through the Ottawa branch?

Yes. Our local parts team can help source OEM and replacement parts, attachments, batteries, tires, and other equipment needs.

Let’s Keep You Moving

Whether you’re shopping for equipment, scheduling a service, or looking for help with a larger material handling challenge, our Ottawa team is ready to help.

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What Makes Ottawa Home

Located where the Fox River meets the Illinois River, Ottawa has long benefited from its position along important transportation routes. Industry throughout LaSalle County grew around local coal, sand, clay, and limestone, supporting everything from glass and brick to cement, chemicals, and manufacturing.

Today, Ottawa balances that industrial heritage with a historic downtown and a growing tourism economy. The city sits about seven miles from Starved Rock State Park and serves as a gateway to the Illinois River Valley.

Industries That Move Ottawa Forward

Manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, chemicals, mining, and tourism support the Ottawa and LaSalle County economy.

LaSalle County continues to have a diverse industrial base. Agriculture and resource-based industries remain important, while manufacturing, plastics and chemicals, mining, and logistics benefit from access to Interstate 80, Interstate 39, rail, and the Illinois River.

Tourism has also become an important part of Ottawa’s economy thanks to the city’s historic downtown, nearby state parks, and position within Starved Rock Country.

MH Equipment supports the industrial and distribution operations behind the region with forklifts, service, parts, rentals, and warehouse solutions.

Things to Do Around Ottawa

Ottawa sits at the center of one of Illinois’ best-known outdoor recreation areas while offering plenty of history and character of its own.

Starved Rock State Park

Just outside Ottawa, Starved Rock is known for sandstone canyons, waterfalls, trails, Illinois River overlooks, and millions of visitors each year. Ottawa is commonly called a gateway to Starved Rock Country.

Historic Downtown Ottawa

Much of downtown is included in the Ottawa Historic Commercial District, with more than 150 contributing structures. Restaurants, shops, murals, and historic buildings make it easy to explore on foot.

Washington Square

This downtown park is closely tied to the 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debates and remains one of Ottawa’s most recognizable historic public spaces.

Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway

Ottawa marks the beginning of this nearly 300-mile scenic route through the Illinois River Valley, connecting natural areas, river towns, and historic sites across the region.