MidColumbia Forklift Blog

by Shawn McQuary, on November 24, 2023 at 1:43 PM

A reach truck is always a forklift, but a forklift is not always a reach truck. Confused? We don't blame you! There are a lot of similarities between reach trucks …

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Topics:Forklift

by Cory Martin, on November 20, 2023 at 10:29 AM

Investing in new equipment is a big decision, and it's human to push it off until the last minute. However, there's a good reason to purchase your next forklift or …

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Topics:Warehouse Products & Equipment

by Jennifer Reisinger, on November 3, 2023 at 9:26 AM

Welcome back! In this month's employee spotlight, we're recognizing Refugio Rosales, one of our Pasco branch's most devoted family members. He is a well-rounded tire technician with a passion for …

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Topics:We're HiringEmployee Spotlight

by Trey Barber, on October 27, 2023 at 8:30 AM

Everybody wants great neighbors. At their best, neighbors are like Wilson from the sitcom Home Improvement. Every time Tim the Tool Man Taylor had a problem, Wilson was just outside, …

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Topics:Forklift Rental

by Tammi Simpson, on October 20, 2023 at 9:19 AM

Welcome back to our employee spotlight series. Each month, we recognize the terrific people who make up the Midco Material Handling family. In this issue, we'll get to know Randy …

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Topics:We're HiringEmployee Spotlight

by Trey Barber, on October 13, 2023 at 9:45 AM

The idea of electric vehicles (EVs) has been around since 1828. Still, the relatively recent improvement in battery technology made it viable. Today, there are around 130,000 EVs registered in …

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Topics:ForkliftLeasingDoosanHangcha

by Ryan Oshman, on October 2, 2023 at 11:36 AM

Although golf carts and utility vehicles may seem alike, the difference between them is actually huge. Golf carts are great for one thing: carrying you and your clubs around the …

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Topics:Personnel CarriersUtility Vehicles

by Trey Barber, on September 25, 2023 at 10:21 AM

To remain competitive in the modern world of micro-fulfillment, warehouses must maximize every square foot of storage space. That means tight aisles and shelves packed with products. In these conditions, …

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Topics:Utility VehiclesProduct ReviewWarehouse Products & EquipmentHangcha

by Dan Elliott, on September 8, 2023 at 10:23 AM

Smart, budget-conscious managers know industrial floor cleaning equipment is the most cost-effective way to keep workers safe, minimize damage to products and equipment and reduce downtime. When properly maintained, these …

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Topics:Sweeper ScrubberServiceFloor Cleaning

by Tammi Simpson, on September 1, 2023 at 5:59 AM

Welcome once again to our ongoing employee spotlight series. Each month, we recognize the amazing people who make up the Midco Material Handling family. This week, we’d like to introduce …

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Topics:We're Hiring

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