MidColumbia Forklift Blog

by Julie Clarke-Bush, on November 7, 2025 at 5:56 AM

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development estimated that 32,882 veterans experienced homelessness in January 2024. Worse still, research published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health reported …

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Topics:Forklift TrainingNewsAbout Us

by Enrique Hernandez, on October 30, 2025 at 12:37 PM

Clunk, clunk, clunk. That's the sound of worn-out pallet jack wheels, and it's eroding your productivity. Bad wheels aren't just annoying. They're physically more demanding to use. The flattened side …

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Topics:Pallet JacksForklift Parts

by Mark Wilson, on September 26, 2025 at 6:24 AM

In Washington, trees aren’t just part of the scenery—they’re part of the economy. Since the mid-1850s, our forests have supplied the nation (and the world) with top-quality timber. Today, Washington’s …

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Topics:ForkliftCombilift

by Will Tooker, on August 26, 2025 at 9:26 AM

“You don’t miss water until the well runs dry,” as they say. Loading dock doors are very much the same. They are nearly invisible to your operation until they start …

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Topics:Loading DockWarehouse Doors

by Jason Rigney, on August 1, 2025 at 5:55 AM

A used electric forklift can deliver reliable performance and significant cost savings if you know what to look for. Before we share our tips, did you know we rebuild, repair, …

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Topics:Used EquipmentElectric Forklifts

by Cory Martin, on July 23, 2025 at 7:15 AM

Investing in new equipment is a big decision, and it’s human nature to wait. But thanks to a new tax law signed on July 4, 2025, there’s a compelling reason …

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Topics:ForkliftSweeper ScrubberUtility VehiclesWarehouse Products & Equipment

by Dan Elliott, on July 18, 2025 at 7:54 AM

Whether you need to rent an industrial floor scrubber for a big job or want to try different warehouse floor scrubbers before making a purchase, we have a variety of …

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Topics:Sweeper ScrubberServiceFloor Cleaning

by Mark Wilson, on July 11, 2025 at 6:25 AM

Not everything in life fits neatly onto standard pallets. That would make the daily grind so much easier, but unfortunately, life is messy and full of challenges that demand creative …

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Topics:ForkliftCombilift

by Dan Livingston, on July 7, 2025 at 7:45 AM

Forklift attachments and accessories can help you move more product in less time, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to modify forklifts. OSHA's regulation states: any modifications …

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Topics:ForkliftForklift PartsForklift SafetyForklift Attachments

by Enrique Hernandez, on June 27, 2025 at 4:02 AM

More accurately, they are a pain in the butt and back. Many outdated or universal-style forklift seats take a short-term view. They prioritize durability over operator comfort and support. At …

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Topics:Forklift Parts

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