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by Phil Hanford, on May 20, 2022 at 10:19 AM
Product Name: XC Series Electric Pneumatic Tire Forklift with Li-Ion power 2.0 - 3.5t Manufacturer: Hangcha Model: FB25Li Lift Capacity: 4,000 - 7,000 lbs. Notable Features Quick charging. With the …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on May 13, 2022 at 3:06 PM
Stop right there. If you’re right around the corner from purchasing electric forklifts for your business, there are a few things you should know before you do. A lot of …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on May 6, 2022 at 2:05 PM
Washington’s upcoming Clean Fuel Program is slated to begin in January 2023, and it may mean fuel credit payments for qualified electric forklift owners. For this and other reasons, Washington …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on April 22, 2022 at 3:30 PM
Forklifts are essential for moving goods in your warehouse. But they're also the source of a staggering number of injuries and even fatalities each year. In 2020 alone there were …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on April 18, 2022 at 7:56 PM
Doosan's redesigned D70S-9 rises above the competition for Washington businesses looking for heavy-duty forklifts. Boasting reliable Doosan power to lift up to 15,500 pounds and overall improved performance, this addition …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on April 15, 2022 at 3:04 PM
Keeping your operation running smoothly means keeping your teams moving efficiently. When you rely on quality Doosan forklifts to get the job done, your equipment must be operating well. Equipment …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on March 14, 2022 at 2:59 PM
When you think of the seafood industry, forklifts probably aren’t the first thing that comes to mind. However, this vibrant and growing industry has demanding applications that need reliable equipment …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on January 17, 2022 at 8:00 PM
When it comes to driving productivity, you likely focus on your forklifts, your warehouse configuration, and your workflows. But if your business is using outdated storage solutions that don’t fit …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on December 20, 2021 at 2:00 PM
As we wind up the year, we want to wish you happy holidays. 2021 was another year unlike any other for the material handling industry. With an ever-increasing demand for …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on November 26, 2021 at 10:46 AM
For warehouse safety managers, reducing risk is the name of the game. Unfortunately, loading docks remain one of the highest-risk areas for your workers. While you can’t eliminate risks, you …
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