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by Dan Livingston, on March 6, 2026 at 5:51 AM
The average warehouse spends about 15% of its operating budget on energy costs. However, a few energy-saving upgrades can dramatically reduce that expense. Moreover, many Washington State utility providers offer …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on February 27, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Forklifts have a simple role: move heavy loads safely, reliably, and efficiently. Modern forklifts are packed with advanced technology. Yet, the best designs still prioritize durability and real-world performance over …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on November 15, 2025 at 10:15 AM
What if choosing the right forklift could expand your storage capacity by 60%? Huge gains like that are often pipe dreams, but not so with CombiLift multi-directional forklifts. CombiLift's unique …
Read Storyby 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 …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on March 28, 2025 at 3:34 PM
People in the Pacific Northwest don’t use umbrellas. Umbrellas are for tourists. When it rains—and it often does—you put on a rain jacket and get on with your day. That’s …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on February 18, 2025 at 7:15 AM
For people who don't work in the material handling industry, most forklifts seem more or less the same. Some are bigger, some are smaller. Order pickers and reach trucks are …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on February 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM
It’s 10 am. Do you know where your forklifts are? A forklift telematics system provides real-time information about who’s using your equipment and where. It can also generate behavior reports, …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on January 26, 2025 at 6:45 AM
The decision of whether to lease, buy, or rent forklifts is a major consideration for all businesses. Each option comes with distinct advantages and disadvantages. When deciding your business’s strategy, …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on January 10, 2025 at 5:49 AM
It’s no secret that forklifts require maintenance, but what often goes unnoticed are the hidden costs that quietly pile up over time. From inefficient fuel usage to overlooked wear and …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on January 2, 2025 at 7:45 AM
If only evaluating forklift listings were as simple as shopping for a used car. Unfortunately, there’s no Kelley Blue Book to consult when it comes to determining the value of …
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