by Trey Barber, on May 24, 2023 at 11:04 AM
Every year, we answer your most pressing question in our blog. Over the past 12 months your interests focused on replacing, repairing, and modifying your existing forklift fleet. So we’ve …
Read Storyby Tammi Simpson, on May 23, 2023 at 8:41 AM
Welcome to our latest Employee Spotlight! This series is devoted to recognizing the incredible people who make us the best in the business. In this edition, we're proud to introduce …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on May 14, 2023 at 10:11 AM
Hundreds of thousands of accidents occur at loading docks each year, including fatal ones. Twenty-five percent of all industrial accidents occur at loading docks, and many of them are preventable …
Read Storyby Tammi Simpson, on April 21, 2023 at 10:00 AM
Welcome back to our Employee Spotlight series, where we honor the terrific people who make Midco Material Handling the best in the business. In this edition, we're proud to introduce …
Read Storyby Ryan Oshman, on April 10, 2023 at 8:00 AM
Which is better, an electric or propane forklift? The right answer depends on your application - and it may surprise you. Ten years ago, propane forklifts were the go-to choice …
Read Storyby Tammi Simpson, on March 24, 2023 at 8:58 AM
In this edition of our ongoing employee spotlight series, we're proud to introduce you to Boris Kogan. Boris is one of our road technicians based out of our Auburn branch …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on March 12, 2023 at 1:15 PM
Damage, delays and downtime are three things every manager wants to avoid. One of the best ways to prevent all three is by ensuring your loading dock is as safe …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on March 10, 2023 at 11:12 AM
There's been a lot of chatter over the last few months about Washington's Clean Fuel Act. Some extol the environmental benefits, while others ponder what it might mean for the …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on March 3, 2023 at 10:58 AM
Every once in a while, something comes along and changes the game. The airplane changed how we travel. The internet changed how we communicate. And the lithium-ion battery changed how …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on February 28, 2023 at 8:00 AM
Forklift attachments like side shifters and fork positioners quickly pay for themselves through improved productivity. Top Forklift Attachments for Productivity An important note: when buying a forklift attachment, it's important …
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