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Forklifts are one of the most widely used utility vehicles in the world. Malfunctions of any sort can cause a reduction in productivity, property damage, or worse they could cause injuries. It’s important to be familiar with both standard maintenance procedures and the warning signs that something is wrong. Here are some of the most…

With today’s global supply chain, companies are constantly re-evaluating the products they sell and the challenges the packaging and shipping delays have on their business. When new variables such as Covid-19 are unexpectedly added, the ability for a company to adjust and adapt can be the difference between success and bankruptcy, this has created a…

An optimized pallet racking system is crucial to the efficiency of your warehouse. Here are eight common mistakes you need to avoid. Poor design Working with your supplier to design the right solution for your needs is key. The wrong design can tank your efficiency and having to rework the whole layout will cost you…

One of the keys to ensuring your business grows steadily is to equip your warehouse with everything it needs. If you have the proper equipment, your team will be able to work faster without putting their safety or your merchandise at risk. Here’s what you need to know about outfitting a new warehouse. Storage Choosing…

Design is one of the most important considerations when installing new racking or updating the storage system in your warehouse. Load capacity and compatibility with your existing equipment are crucial but taking time to consider the layout and design can make the difference between having an inefficient labour-intensive operation or an optimized one. Here’s what…

An optimized pallet racking system is crucial to the efficiency of your warehouse. Here are ten common mistakes you need to avoid.     Ignoring Regulations Going at it alone to avoid the cost of Design, Engineering and Permits could be the costliest mistake you ever make.  Should a serious accident, a fire, or a…

As a busy logistics company or warehouse, you cannot risk having your forklifts, order picking machines, and heavy equipment breakdown. When your warehouse equipment is down, every minute that goes by is money wasted. Then there’s the hit to your business reputation when customers fail to receive their deliveries on time! Companies in Vancouver, Edmonton…

Regardless of industry, your customers’ opinion is everything. At ARPAC, we strive to make sure businesses throughout BC and Alberta have a local provider who they can trust with their warehouse material handling requirements.  Whether for acquisitions, repairs, rentals, maintenance for warehouse forklifts, or storage systems and logistics equipment, our team is proud that our…

Do you want to give your career a lift?  ARPAC is Western Canada’s leading provider of material handling equipment and industrial storage solutions for over 40 years and we are looking for you! Our expanding company has over 200 employees at our locations in Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. Working with the team at ARPAC means…