by Trey Barber, on February 1, 2023 at 11:52 AM
First, what is a LPG forklift? It's a forklifts powered by liquid propane gas (LPG). This power source offers unique advantages. LPG forklifts comprise a huge portion of the material …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on January 27, 2023 at 9:09 AM
If you've ever played Marco Polo, you have some idea of what it can feel like to buy a used forklift. You're shuffling through the dark, reaching out as far …
Read Storyby Tammi Simpson, on January 20, 2023 at 10:32 AM
In today's world, it's too easy to be treated like a faceless cog in the machine. That makes personal relationships more important than ever. We at Midco Material Handling believe …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on January 11, 2023 at 12:10 PM
Which weighs more: a ton of bricks or a ton of feathers? As any school kid will tell you, it’s a trick question. They weigh the same. But that doesn’t …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on January 2, 2023 at 2:32 PM
Washington’s robust agricultural businesses need specialized tools for their operations. A reliable, heavy-duty forklift is a must, but a specialized forklift clamp can give your business a competitive edge. Here …
Read Storyby Tammi Simpson, on December 16, 2022 at 3:25 PM
We're proud to introduce you to Will Medlen, one of the most recent additions to our team. Will is a Forklift Service Road Mechanic servicing Bellingham, Washington. Read on to …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on December 2, 2022 at 10:33 AM
It's a busy day. You've got a million-and-one things on your to-do list when you glance down at your phone and notice the battery is barely clinging on. How did …
Read Storyby Dan Elliott, on November 4, 2022 at 9:52 AM
Your bedroom isn’t going to clean itself. If you were anything like most kids, you probably heard that more than once growing up. Cleaning isn’t a task many people relish …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on October 18, 2022 at 8:33 AM
Choosing a forklift for your warehouse, port, or other operation can be challenging, especially with so many choices on the market. But, if you’re in the greater Seattle area and …
Read Storyby Dan Elliott, on September 17, 2022 at 5:30 AM
Worker safety is a complex challenge. Busy safety managers in material handling businesses know how tough it is to reduce risks. Personal protective equipment (PPE), training, safety culture, and maintenance …
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