by Enrique Hernandez, on April 21, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Operating a forklift is a dangerous activity made safer through stringent safety protocols. On average, forklift accidents kill 87 people per year. That number has risen almost continuously in the …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on March 28, 2025 at 3:34 PM
People in the Pacific Northwest don’t use umbrellas. Umbrellas are for tourists. When it rains—and it often does—you put on a rain jacket and get on with your day. That’s …
Read Storyby Enrique Hernandez, on March 14, 2025 at 8:15 AM
An expert who doesn’t understand your business isn’t much of an expert at all. Knowing part numbers and specifications is one thing—knowing how those parts fit into your operation is …
Read Storyby Shawn McQuary, on February 21, 2025 at 5:50 AM
There's a silent killer that's stalking your forklift. Maybe you've seen the signs. Has your steering locked up? Or has the mast dropped unexpectedly? Perhaps the lifting grows sluggish? Or …
Read Storyby Hank Lopez, on January 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Clark forklifts are trusted by companies throughout the Pacific Northwest, from ports in Seattle-Tacoma to wineries in the Willamette Valley and farms in central Washington. They’re sturdy, reliable, easy to …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on March 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM
Forklift attachments and accessories can help you move more product in less time, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to modify forklifts. OSHA's regulation states: any modifications …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on August 23, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Warehouse pedestrian safety is a major concern for any business operating with forklifts. While proper training of operators and pedestrians can help reduce risks, some safety managers want more peace …
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 …
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 …
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