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Use the Force – Cascade’s Touch Force Control

Joyce Schwob - May 23, 2016

You don’t need to be a Jedi to “Use the Force”. The Cascade Touch Force Control will boost your company’s productivity faster than the Millennium Falcon in hyper-drive. (well, it’s fast) The Touch Control Force is a pressure and force control system that allows drivers to easily select the product being handled which then automatically applies the Read more

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We’re Making a Clean Sweep

Joyce Schwob - March 7, 2016

You probably already know that JIT Toyota-Lift is all about forklifts. And you might also know that we know a thing or two about aerial lift equipment. But do you know that JIT Toyota-Lift offers commercial floor cleaning machines?  If not, sadly you aren’t alone. We really need to do a better job of getting Read more

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How to Know When it’s Time for New Forklift Tires

Joyce Schwob - February 29, 2016

Having good tires on your lift is like having the right shoes on your feet. You want support, grip, stability, shock absorption and performance.  And like your shoes, they aren’t able to perform forever. Forklift tires wear out from normal abrasion, heat exposure from friction or sun damage, chemicals on the floor and travelling over Read more

Why I’m Not a JIT Toyota-Lift Customer Anymore

Joyce Schwob - February 22, 2016

You know that ad that says something like “I liked the product so well I bought the company”? Well, Brian Couzens liked the company so well that he now sell its products!  Here is his story:   I spent 15 years of my career as a Warehouse Manager. During that time I worked with many Read more

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I’m No Fool – Around Forklifts

Joyce Schwob - February 15, 2016

Every day is full of routines – the morning commute, cooking dinner, co-existing with other humans. And in all of your daily routines there are things you naturally do to stay safe. You obey traffic signs, keep small children away from the stove and refrain from telling your boss what you really think of him/her. Read more

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How Sweet it is to Help Feed the Hungry

Joyce Schwob - February 1, 2016

JIT Toyota-Lift is a Proud Sponsor of Sweet Charity, an annual event that benefits The Food Bank of WNY.  This year marks the 10th anniversary of the event. It’s the 3rd year that JIT Toyota-Lift has served as a “Main Entrée” sponsor. Guests of the event will enjoy amazing treats. There will be decadent desserts and delicious Read more

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Toyota Forklift Offers Options, Failure isn’t One of Them

Joyce Schwob - January 25, 2016

When selecting a new forklift for your business you have a lot of options to consider; fuel types, lifting capacity, lifting height, turning radius, physical dimensions, fuel economy, ease of use, resale value. The list goes on.  While no one expects failure as an option, there are plenty of things manufacturers can and should do Read more

How Did That "Pesky Salesman" Save His Customer 20 Grand?

Joyce Schwob - January 18, 2016

How did that pesky salesman save his customer $20,000 dollars on his next forklift purchase?   Our last blog pointed out the benefit of being open to new vendors and new technology by spending a few minutes with an open mind.  The customer in our story realized a substantial cost savings solution. Now let us Read more

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Why Should You Invest in Toyota Factory Parts?

Joyce Schwob - September 22, 2015

If you own Toyota equipment, you will eventually need to invest in Toyota factory parts However, there are some people who would rather invest in parts that are not made by Toyota’s factory. These parts, better known as “after-market” parts, may seem like a good investment on the surface, mainly because they have a lower Read more

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Your Customers are Counting on Your Forklifts

Joyce Schwob - June 23, 2015

You have forklifts that you depend on daily to receive, stack, move, and deliver equipment and supplies. Customer service is key to your operation, and forklifts play a critical part in delivering (pun intended) great products and service to your customers. Material handling equipment is often under-appreciated until it doesn’t work. It’s then when product Read more