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by Hank Ansley, on March 6, 2020 at 9:00 AM
Unless you have a crystal ball, choosing the right forklift can be time-consuming, and involve a lot of uncertainty. How do you avoid buying equipment that won't meet your needs …
Read Storyby Hank Ansley, on February 21, 2020 at 9:00 AM
If you’ve ever hired seasonal staff or a short-term consultant, you know the value of paying for extra help when you need it. When the job is done, the extra …
Read Storyby Hank Ansley, on January 7, 2020 at 6:56 AM
For material handling businesses operating in Washington ports, maintaining equipment is a top priority. It can also be one of the biggest challenges. Due to environmental factors, the wear and …
Read Storyby Hank Ansley, on December 27, 2019 at 10:00 AM
Washington State is home to a diverse and robust forest products industry. Featuring numerous sawmills, lumberyards, logging operations, and other adjacent businesses, forest products are the third largest industry in …
Read Storyby Hank Ansley, on December 16, 2019 at 6:30 AM
Washington State is home to 75 ports, making it the most trade-dependent state in the US. In addition to international shipping functions, Washington ports operate marinas, intermodal facilities, socks, airports, …
Read Storyby Hank Ansley, on November 11, 2019 at 4:00 PM
Managing shipping containers requires specialized equipment to effectively handle the containers between different transit methods. Whether at a port, in freight yards, or on trains, intermodal containerization demands optimized handling …
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