Before every work shift, forklift operators are required to perform a pre-shift inspection. One item of focus is the brakes. Malfunction of the forklift brakes can result in serious damage, injury or death, making regular inspection a must. Forklift Brake Inspection While an operator’s inspection is limited, basic functionality can be tested. It is important […]
The role of a forklift technician is vital to businesses that use forklifts to run their production, especially during times of an unexpected equipment breakdown. Working as a forklift technician can be overshadowed by the popularity of the automotive industry; however, the field continues to offer key benefits, including first-shift hours and higher average annual […]
The acquisition cost of a forklift is only one factor in the overall cost of ownership. The majority of costs involve operating and maintenance expenses. While fleet management is widely known in the trucking industry, it is also a big advantage to companies using it for their forklifts and other material handling assets. Oftentimes, implementing […]
If your company runs multiple work shifts that extend into evening or weekend hours, you may find yourself in an emergency situation caused by a forklift breakdown. What options do you have for continuing production? What is forklift emergency service? Every location of ProLift offers forklift emergency service via toll-free phone number to customers. Available […]
Ease of maintenance is an often-mentioned advantage regarding electric forklifts, even with their higher-capacity large electric forklift variants. However, like internal combustion forklifts, regular intervals for electric forklift maintenance help decrease breakdowns. What are the most important items to inspect during electric forklift maintenance? Motor Cables Every modern forklift has at least 2 electric motors that […]
It’s easy to assume forklift tire maintenance will be manageable and budget-friendly; however, unless the tire experiences major damage, forklift tire replacement is often overlooked. Regularly evaluating your forklift tires for replacement will help decrease accidents and operator fatigue. How To Evaluate Forklift Tires Forklift Tires: Chunking When a forklift tire loses part of its […]
A forklift counterweight can show the failure in design and layout of a facility. Unlike automobiles, forklifts steer from the rear. This design creates a forklift tail swing during turns, moving the rear of the forklift to the opposite side of the turn. Pedestrians and fixed objects such as walls, racking and products are at risk […]
Across North America, material handling dealerships have openings for forklift technicians. The role is a stable career that offers competitive compensation and work/life balance. Work/Life Balance Because dealerships support business customers with their forklift service, several forklift technician openings are 1st shift which gives you a consistent work schedule. “Our technicians that made the transition […]
Like a forklift purchase, budgeting forklift maintenance is also part of your annual budget. While every company will have a unique cost based on their usage and application, three areas can assist you with budgeting. Monthly Operating Hours Planned maintenance (PM) is typically every 250 – 500 operating hours, depending on your application and work […]
Our forklift broke down and I’m not sure why. What should I expect if I agree to a forklift repair and have a technician dispatched to our facility? When your forklift breaks down, several questions arise – Why did the forklift stop running? How long will the forklift be down? How much is the forklift […]
“Our forklift repairs have increased and we have maxed out our budget only 6 months into the year. How do I determine which repairs are for normal wear and when the damage is caused by forklift abuse?” When an operator or the application a forklift operates puts a forklift in a situation that causes equipment […]
Forklift downtime can bring negative consequences to several areas of your business. While there isn’t a formula to calculate a money loss, you may experience these unplanned expenses during a forklift breakdown. Cost of the forklift operator (hourly + benefits) If operating the forklift is your employee’s main job, the employee may be assigned to […]
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