Why Choose a Dealer Service Center Over Independent Repair for Your Equipment
When a dozer, excavator, or loader goes down, the repair decision affects more than the invoice. It can influence warranty coverage, parts compatibility, future reliability, resale value, and how quickly the machine returns to work. Independent shops can handle some routine repairs, but a dealer service center offers direct access to manufacturer training, OEM parts,…
When the Unexpected Happens, It Pays to Be Prepared
Unexpected events are an expected part of commercial trucking, even when equipment is maintained carefully. Preparation helps drivers and fleets respond faster, protect the load, reduce confusion, and limit downtime. Truck emergency preparedness starts before the key turns and continues through every mile of the route. Start With a Truck That’s Ready for the Road…
Safe Starts Together: Three Ways to Strengthen Your Workplace During OSHA Safe & Sound Week
OSHA Safe & Sound Week, August 10–16, 2026, gives employers an opportunity to recognize safety achievements and strengthen the programs that protect employees every day. For warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities, that means building a workplace where leadership, employee involvement, and hazard prevention work together. OSHA organizes effective safety and health programs around three…
Full-Charge Solutions: Uptime Solutions of Modern Electric Forklifts
For years, some teams thought of electric forklifts as a fit for light-duty indoor work only. Today’s battery-powered lift trucks tell a very different story. Modern electric forklifts offer longer run times, strong lifting performance, fast charging, smooth operation, and lower maintenance requirements—all while helping reduce interruptions throughout the workday. With advanced lithium-ion options, efficient…
How Golden State Lumber Is Proving the ROI of Electric Forklifts with Papé Material Handling
If you’ve been waiting for real-world proof that electric material handling vehicles (MHVs) can outperform internal combustion in busy, space-constrained operations, this is it. Our new white paper, Electrifying Material Handling Vehicles, shows how Golden State Lumber made the switch to an all-electric fleet and increased uptime, safety, and cost control. Below is a short…
East Valley Seed Co.: How One Oregon Farm Found Its Edge with Precision Agriculture
In today’s landscape of rising costs, labor shortages, and unpredictable weather, farming is more complex than ever. For operations like East Valley Seed Co., staying ahead means working smarter. Nestled in Oregon’s fertile Willamette Valley, East Valley Seed Co. has been growing high-quality seed crops since the 1970s. From grasses to cabbage, beets to wheat,…
Top Features of Electric Medium-Duty Trucks
We are currently living in the age of electrification. As emissions restrictions increase and diesel-powered vehicles widely used, leading manufacturers in the trucking industry are paving the way toward electrification. As businesses progress toward these new technological trends, Papé Kenworth is proud to carry zero-emissions medium-duty trucks. Let’s take a look at Kenworth’s latest cutting edge innovations in technology.
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.
Why Choose Lithium Batteries for Your Fleet
Considering making the switch to lithium for your forklift fleet? Here at Papé Material Handling, we’re here to help you maximize the efficiency of your fleet and operation. Did you know that lithium batteries last twice as long as lead-acid and gel batteries? In this edition of the Papé Material Handling blog, let’s take a look at the benefits of transitioning to lithium batteries.
