Preparing for Peak Season Without Overbuilding Your Fleet
Peak season can put a warehouse fleet to the test. More inventory coming in, higher order volume, additional shifts, and tighter shipping schedules can quickly leave teams competing for available equipment. But a temporary increase in demand doesn’t always mean you need another permanent forklift. A flexible fleet strategy starts with equipment sized for your…
The Explosion of SKUs: Order Picking Challenges and Solutions
Warehouses and distribution centers are managing more SKUs than ever before. While a broader product mix can help meet customer demand, it also introduces significant challenges around warehouse storage, picking efficiency, and safety. Below, we break down the most common problems warehouses face as SKUs increase, as well as proven solutions to improve productivity and…
Pre-Order New Hyster® and Yale® Lift Trucks
Struggling to find the right lift truck for your operation? Discouraged by increased wait times and low product availability? Don’t worry! Papé Material Handling can offer your business brand-new select Hyster® and Yale® lift trucks at your warehouse or operation. With ready-now slot availability and special financing options, you can quickly increase your machine fleet and save money in the process. Pre-order your new truck now and receive expedited service and shorter lead times. Get ready to increase productivity and worker efficiency.
Prevent Birds from Living in Your Warehouse
While birds are stunning creatures, a warehouse isn’t a proper home for them. Birds can create serious safety problems in the workplace, which is why it is crucial to prevent them from visiting your warehouse from the start. Papé Material Handling is here to help reduce problems within your warehouse, which is why we can provide some helpful ways to prevent creatures from nesting in your workspace.
Leading the Charge to Electrification
As we move toward more sustainable practices as a nation and as an industry, Papé Material Handling is leading the way on supplying electric-powered equipment for warehouses across the West. In this edition of the Papé Material Handling blog, let’s take a look at the benefits of going electric along with some of the electric-powered equipment we’re offering in our inventory.
Forklift Maintenance Checklist
As a warehouse manager, you know that your forklifts are some of the most important vehicles for your operation. How can you avoid unnecessary costs and replacements, making sure your forklifts are running in tip-top shape? Review our forklift maintenance checklist to be sure you and your daily operators are doing everything you can to extend the life and condition of your equipment (all while ensuring the safety of your operation!).
Telehandler Sizes: Your Guide to Choosing the Right Telehandler for the Job
A telehandler is a versatile piece of equipment that is a go-to choice on construction sites, farms, oil fields, and many other job sites where lifting, moving, and placing of heavy materials is required. These machines come in a range of sizes, lift capacities, and offer a variety of features and attachments depending on the model you choose. This Telehandler Size Guide from the experts at Papé Material Handling is designed to help you find the telehandler with the right combination of power, maneuverability, lift capacity and lift height for your specific needs.
Best Walkie Stacker Forklift Models & Applications
When you’re considering adding new or used material handling equipment to your fleet it’s important to consider all your options. Walkie stackers are a popular choice in small warehouse environments and there’s good reason. Read on to learn more.
Introducing The Hyster® N30-45ZR/ZDR
A new reach truck was added this year to Hyster’s impressive lineup of lift trucks for high density warehouse operations. The Hyster N30-45ZR/ZDR narrow aisle forklift is available in 3,000- to 4,500-pound load capacities and single or double reach capabilities. This latest model is ideal for high throughput warehouses that require improved efficiency and faster cycle times.
Is Your Fleet UL Compliant?
UL certification, UL approved, UL listed, what do these terms mean? Are they all interchangeable? What rules and regulations do warehouse managers need to know about OSHA standards for UL compliance? The equipment experts at Papé Material Handling have you covered with all the information you need to keep your fleet compliant.
