Though forklift safety is the responsibility of everyone in the warehouse, exemplary leadership and safety culture needs to start with the equipment you are purchasing – and from whom you are purchasing it. Establishing clear-cut processes for equipment, safety standards, and safety compliance begins with your wholesaler, which is why it is so important to be selective with where you … Read More
Forklift Safety Month: Must-Have Forklift Safety Checklist
You have probably heard time and time again that forklift safety is of utmost importance. Statistics don’t lie – according to OSHA, each year nearly 11% of forklifts will be part of some accident, which will result in about 100,000 injuries. You can’t afford to skip out on safety checks. Doing so may put yourself and your co-workers at risk. … Read More
Cool Tips for Summer Forklift Care
Hotter weather is just around the corner. Your forklifts and your warehouse need proper cooling procedures in place in order to avoid unnecessary and costly heat-related equipment (and driver) malfunctions. Maintaining your forklifts should always be a priority in order to keep them running efficiently and safely – especially in extreme temperatures. Excessive heat exposure can lead to increased forklift … Read More
Forklift 101: Tips for New Forklift Drivers
Forklifts give us the power to save time, money, heavy lifting, and unloading, as well as increase efficiency in warehouse logistics. With that being said, being a forklift operator takes discipline, focus, and continuous training. There is a hard line between being a professional forklift operator and being an experienced forklift operator professional. Don’t worry – in time you will … Read More
Choosing a Reputable Forklift Wholesaler
There are many moving parts (quite literally) when choosing a forklift wholesaler, but the number one contender is finding a trustworthy company. Analyzing company reputation, purchase terms, leasing opportunities, equipment quality, customer service, and experience level are all crucial factors in choosing the best wholesaler for your needs. Though a used forklift purchase may be a basic one-time transaction, analyzing … Read More
The Power Behind the Lift: Proper Forklift Battery Care [Infographic]
Here at The Forklift Pro, our maintenance checks on new and used equipment don’t stop with the moving parts. Every piece of equipment is thoroughly checked before reaching your facility. What’s under the hood is just as important, and we take extra care to ensure that the battery in your forklift is operating at a peak level of performance. Of … Read More
Meet the Pro: Tim Smith
Meet the next member in our employee spotlight series, Tim Smith. Each member of our team is dedicated to our customers’ purchasing and selling experience, and Tim is no exception to that commitment. His industry experience and can-do attitude put Tim among the best! What is your work background and what led you to work at The Forklift Pro? I … Read More
If You Don’t Snooze, You’ll Lose. Helping the Sleep Deprived Shift Worker.
For as long as mankind has existed, we have risen and set with the sun. It is in our genetics to be active in the day and to sleep at night. Every human biological function is controlled by circadian rhythms, also known as our ‘body clock.’ This tells our bodies when to wake up, when to sleep and when to … Read More
Forklift Seat Belt Safety Tips
If you are old enough to remember riding in a car during the 1960’s through the mid-1980’s you’ll probably remember not being diligent about wearing a seat belt. It wasn’t until 1985 that the NHTSA and the Ad Council began using advertising to promote seat belt use with the Vince and Larry dummies. The commercials showed the realities of what … Read More
Meet the Pro: Seth Caldwell
We continue our blog series as we introduce you to another incredible Forklift Pro team member. Seth Caldwell is the first to be highlighted from our purchasing department. There, he is responsible for helping vendors move inventory. Seth has been with us for almost a decade! We are fortunate to have someone who is so dedicated and committed to working … Read More