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 pa read more

When to Upgrade Your Forklift Fleet

Forklifts are essential in material handling operations in warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities and similar applications. Optimized forklift fleets help maximize efficiency, stre read more

Harvest Security: 24/7 Propane Service for Your Vineyard

Harvest season is a critical time for every vineyard, and a single day of downtime can put an entire vintage at risk. At Suburban Propane, we understand that your work doesn't stop, and neither do read more

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Fueling OrePac's Success: How Pape Material Handling and Pape Kenworth Power Performance

In the fast-paced world of wholesale building materials, success depends on speed, efficiency, and reliability at every link in the supply chain. OrePac Building Products thrives in this demanding env read more

The Real Cost of Full Cellars: How Space Pressure Shapes Wine Decisions

Walk into almost any winery this week and you’ll see the same thing: equipment everywhere, barrels tucked into every open spot, and crews doing their best to move fruit through a cellar that alr read more

Benefits of Buying Lead-Acid or Lithium-Ion Batteries

Working with heavy equipment and lift trucks requires a sufficient power source, and lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries are often excellent solutions. There are numerous advantages to choosing batter read more

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 stora read more

Beyond the Grapes: Protecting Equipment, Storage, and Processing Areas from Wildlife

Wildlife Challenges Don’t End at the Vineyard EdgeWhen vineyard managers think about wildlife threats, the focus is almost always on protecting grapes from browsing deer, hungry birds, or burrow read more

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Propane Forklifts: The Hidden Hero of Vineyard Logistics

Forklifts may not be glamorous, but they’re the unsung heroes of vineyard and winery logistics. From transporting grapes during harvest to moving barrels in cellars, propane-powered forklifts ge read more

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Optimizing Your Crush Pad: Design Tips for Maximum Efficiency

The crush pad is the heartbeat of any winery during harvest season. It’s where grapes are received, sorted, and prepared for fermentation—a critical workspace that can make or break the ef read more