A new name, backed by the same commitment to local service and reliable equipment support. Superior Forklift has officially transitioned to Leavitt Machinery as part of our broader effort to bring our Canadian dealership locations together under one unified brand.

The same local teams and trusted support, now under the Leavitt Machinery name. Hansler Industries has officially transitioned to Leavitt Machinery as part of our broader effort to bring our Canadian dealership locations together under one unified brand.

Loading docks are essential to the movement of products, materials and equipment but they can also be a major source of energy loss. Energy-saving rebates can help businesses offset the cost of upgrading their dock and door equipment. Eligible facilities may receive rebates covering up to 50% of qualifying project costs, with incentives of up to $8,750 available for certain upgrades.

Leavitt Machinery is consolidating its Tukwila and Seattle operations into a larger Auburn facility, creating a more connected Western Washington branch with expanded service capacity, and a simplified customer experience. The move also supports Lakewood’s evolution into a dedicated JCB hub, strengthening regional support for equipment, parts, rentals, service, and training.

Choosing a forklift is about more than lift capacity, mast height and equipment price. The power source can affect almost every part of the operation, including equipment availability, employee time, facility requirements, energy expenses, maintenance and long-term fleet costs.

Leavitt Machinery continues its North American growth with the acquisition of Forklift Services of America, enhancing our ability to deliver equipment, service, and fleet solutions across the Pacific Northwest.

Leavitt Machinery and the BC Lions continue their off-season commitment to youth and community programs that build confidence, inclusion, and opportunity across British Columbia, proving the most meaningful impact happens long before kickoff.

Workplace safety and proper operator certification depend on choosing the right training approach, and this company offers three options: Train the Trainer (TT), OSHA Online Coaching, and the In-House Evaluator (T3) Program. TT is the most comprehensive, allowing companies to train and certify operators internally across multiple equipment types. OSHA Online Coaching is a short course that helps ensure existing in-house programs meet OSHA standards. The T3 program focuses on conducting evaluations and re-certifications, providing a structured way to manage ongoing operator competency without teaching classroom theory.

Women in Mobile Equipment highlights how modern machinery relies on skill and technology rather than brute strength, explains how inclusive, mentor-led training programs at Leavitt Machinery help build confidence and expertise for newcomers, showcases women not only as operators but also as instructors, safety officers, and leaders, and demonstrates how greater gender diversity drives better safety records, collaboration, and business results across the industry.

Even the most experienced equipment operator need refreshers in order to reduce workplace risk, ensure compliance with changing regulations, and learn on new technology that helps efficiency in case of an emergencies. Regular training creates a culture of safety and continued improvement for both employees and their employers.