Keep your Toyota a Toyota Whether it’s for maintenance, repairs, or upgrades, all your machines will need new components from time to time. When it comes to purchasing forklift parts for your Toyota equipment, you’ll typically have multiple options to choose from, including aftermarket and OEM (original equipment manufacturer). In this article, we’re going cover Read more
If you invest in any piece of equipment, the impact of your dealer choice extends far beyond the initial transaction. When making a big purchase like a forklift or other machine, you want a dealer who is there for you and provides consistent support after the sale. Their service skills and abilities represent the critical Read more
Using forklifts in cold storage facilities present unique challenges for operators, and often require specialized knowledge, equipment modifications, and careful safety considerations. Extremely low temperatures significantly affect forklift operation, leading to rigid mechanical components, less traction, thicker hydraulic fluids, and increased strain on electrical systems. In environments ranging from 0°F to -20°F, conditions become particularly Read more
Although they’re tough and might seem indestructible, the forks on your forklift will not last forever. They wear out with normal use just like any other component. The key is to recognize when your forklift forks need to be replaced before an accident occurs. Waiting too long to replace worn out forks can lead to Read more
When it comes to organizing your warehouse, pallet rack safety is a key part of it. You have to rely on your storage systems and equipment every day, constantly stacking and moving products whenever necessary. In order to maintain efficiencies throughout your operation, we’ve put together some critical warehouse rack safety tips to help keep Read more
National Forklift Safety Day is sponsored by the Industrial Truck Association. On this day manufacturers call attention to the dangers of forklift operation and seek to educate customers, the public, and government officials about safe forklift operation. There are over 540,000 industrial truck operators employed in the United States. Keeping them operating safely benefits every Read more
Everyone has been thinking a lot about safety with the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve all taken measures to reduce the chances of getting sick and of carrying the disease to someone we love; social distancing, hand washing, wearing masks, avoiding crowds, etc. As your Forklift Safety Trainer, I would like to remind you of the importance Read more
National Forklift Safety Day is on June 12th this year. This day is a great opportunity to bring forklift safety to everyone’s “top of mind”. Now is the time to prepare a worthwhile day for your team. If you search National Forklift Safety Day online, you’ll find hundreds of safety tips. The hard part is Read more
