June 9 is National Forklift Safety Day. Attend the free event in-person or virtually, hosted by the Industrial Truck Association. |
Take it further with our Foundations online Forklift Operator Training course.
- Learn lift operation and safety in 4 modules
- Course meets OSHA’s classroom training requirement
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National Forklift Safety Day
June 9, 2026
Washington, DC or ONLINE |
Tee Up for the Wisconsin Golf Outing |
Join us Tuesday, July 28 at Trappers Turn Golf Club in Wisconsin Dells, WI for the newest addition to the BLD Connection golf outing lineup. With a 12:00 PM shotgun start, this event brings together dealers and suppliers for a fun day of golf, networking, contests, dinner, prizes, and awards. |
Dealers are encouraged to invite customers, coworkers, and industry partners to join the day. Spots are limited, so register early and be sure to log in to your BLD account for member pricing. |
Wisconsin Golf Outing July 28, 2026 Wisconsin Dells, WI |
Membership Team Back on the Road |
The BLD Connection membership team is back on the road this summer. Tony, Erik and Jonathan will be traveling throughout the region to connect with current and prospective members, strengthen relationships and learn more about the challenges and opportunities facing dealers and suppliers. |
Members will also see the team at summer outings across Iowa, Nebraska, Wisconsin and Minnesota’s new Links & Lures event. If you would like to schedule a visit with the team this summer, reach out to BLD Connection — they would love to connect. |
Droel, PLLC. offers members a 10-minute (per issue) consultation to assist with solving business-related legal issues and/or questions. Should additional work be required, documents need to be drafted, etc. – Droel will work directly with our members to provide a member-only discount for their services. Go to www.droellaw.com to learn more about Droel, PLLC. Have a legal matter and/or question for Droel, PLLC.? Contact Tim Droel at (952) 835-1614. |
Forklift - FOR SALE 2006 Hyster H80XM 6614 Hours Perkins Diesel 48" ADJ. Lumber Forks $15,000
Contact Scott at scowger@sprintlumber.com. |
Dodge Ram - FOR SALE 2022 Dodge Ram 5500 6.7L L6 Turbo Diesel 4WD, 16' Flatbed Dump, 138,525 Miles $38,000 Contact Scott at scowger@sprintlumber.com. |
Lumberyard Property - FOR LEASE 221 South Street, Pella, Iowa
$3,200/month + taxes & insurance Over 3 acres with multiple buildings, secure indoor/outdoor storage, loading docks, drive-in doors, and ample parking. Ideal for warehouse, light manufacturing, or distribution use. Property Highlights: - 9,000+ SF Office/Showroom
- Multiple warehouse buildings (1,500–4,900+ SF each)
- Flexible space, excellent visibility, and access
Click HERE to view flyer with full details. |
Classified ads are available to retail members. To place an ad, contact Melanie at melanie@bldconnection.org or call (763) 595-4050.
Suppliers/Associate members - for advertising opportunities contact Erica Nelson at (763) 497-1778 or erica.nelson@ewald.com. |
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