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by Phil Hanford, on January 29, 2021 at 12:11 PM
If your forklifts aren’t working properly they’re dragging down your business profits. For busy warehouse managers, keeping equipment properly maintained and functional is key for success. We’ve reviewed top methods …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on January 8, 2021 at 10:53 AM
Electric forklifts are well-known for their use in warehouse settings. But their usefulness extends to some surprising applications beyond moving pallets of product. Electric forklifts’ energy efficiency and dependable performance …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on December 18, 2020 at 8:49 AM
Forklifts have become a backbone for every industrial and manufacturing business. A well-functioning forklift fleet can help you recoup equipment costs, reduce employees' workloads and streamline productivity. Like any vehicle, …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on October 19, 2020 at 6:45 PM
Your business counts on a fleet of forklifts to move products and materials reliably around your facility. You need a material handling equipment dealer that you can depend on for …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on October 16, 2020 at 3:46 PM
In the material handling business, downtime is enemy #1. When your equipment isn’t running, and employees are distracted, profits take a nosedive. Everyone knows that downtime is bad. But very …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on August 7, 2020 at 3:45 PM
Doosan offers a full range of forklifts to meet your needs across industries and settings. For warehouses, big box stores, and other settings with long product runs, the Doosan Electric …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on June 5, 2020 at 1:45 PM
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new set of challenges unique to the aerospace industry - while plane manufacturers face uncertain futures due to decreased passenger demand, satellite manufacturers have …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on April 20, 2020 at 9:45 AM
Working in lumber applications can quickly take a toll on your forklifts and operators. Rough terrain. Heavy lifting. Unpredictable weather. The wear and tear caused from working in these conditions …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on April 10, 2020 at 8:00 AM
Forklifts are rugged machines built to perform well under tough conditions, but they still need occasional TLC. Regular maintenance will improve performance and can prolong the economic life of your …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on April 3, 2020 at 8:00 AM
An internet search for “forklift operator training Washington state” brings up several companies offering online training. If you’re wondering whether online forklift certifications are legit, the short answer is NO …
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