In response to the COVID-19 crisis and shortages nationwide, some companies are ramping up production to quickly get products to market. As part of this production increase, many companies are moving their operations from a single shift to … [Read more...] about Companies Can Increase Production With A Lithium ion Forklift Battery
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Lithium Battery Price: Good Investment?
Purchasing a forklift battery is an important investment. The question for many companies, however, is whether their choice is a good investment. The average cost of a lithium-ion battery is between $3,000 and $20,000, depending on battery size. … [Read more...] about Lithium Battery Price: Good Investment?
An Overview of Lift Truck Classification
A review of the 7 forklift classifications. These days, forklift trucks are integral to material handling in manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and other operations. The first-ever lift trucks were developed in the early 1900s. In … [Read more...] about An Overview of Lift Truck Classification
FORKLIFTS – Lease Vs Buy: What is Best for Your Business?
The decision whether to purchase, lease or rent forklifts depends on the particulars of the application and company preferences. Forklifts are expensive. In fact, next to employees, they could be your largest expense. Your job is to look for ways … [Read more...] about FORKLIFTS – Lease Vs Buy: What is Best for Your Business?
Achieve Operational Cost Savings With an Optimal Balance Between Productivity and Fuel Consumption
Hyster Europe has done extensive analysis using data from telematics which offers insight into ways to reduce the cost per tonne moved. The overall conclusion is that productivity has a greater impact on Total Cost of Operation (TCO) compared to … [Read more...] about Achieve Operational Cost Savings With an Optimal Balance Between Productivity and Fuel Consumption
Lifting America: The Economic Impact of Industrial Truck Manufacturers, Distributors and Dealers
Demand for forklifts, other industrial trucks, and associated services exists in every state throughout the US. While data on units produced, sold, and imported is readily available, an analysis of the economic contribution that industrial truck … [Read more...] about Lifting America: The Economic Impact of Industrial Truck Manufacturers, Distributors and Dealers
FLTA addresses latest queries from public
As the leading UK authority on forklift matters, the Fork Lift Truck Association is often the go-to place for members of the public with pressing lift truck queries. While a library of informative fact sheets is available on fork-truck.org.uk with … [Read more...] about FLTA addresses latest queries from public
Steel King Announces Durable, Engineered Drive-In Pallet Rack Systems
Allows users to store up to 75% more pallets than with selective pallet racking Steel King Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of material handling products and systems for improving operational efficiency, announces the availability of … [Read more...] about Steel King Announces Durable, Engineered Drive-In Pallet Rack Systems
Walk This Way: Pedestrian Safety In Forklift Operations
Every year, more than 68,400 forklift accidents take place in the United States. Far too many of them injure pedestrians. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) report reveals that nearly 20 percent of all forklift … [Read more...] about Walk This Way: Pedestrian Safety In Forklift Operations
Forklift Safety Tips Infographic
A forklift is an essential piece of equipment in any warehouse, distribution center or factory. Without it, it would be nearly impossible to efficiently move heavy objects in these environments. The strength and versatility of lift trucks certainly … [Read more...] about Forklift Safety Tips Infographic