Internal Combustion or Electric Forklifts: Which One is Right for You?

Choosing the right forklift is essential to the overall success and efficiency of your company. Relying on the wrong type of material handling equipment can result in lost time and money, so you need to be sure you are informed about the different type of forklifts available in today’s market. Whether you are using the […]

3 Reasons to Consider Retiring Your Material Handling Equipment

The equipment you have to help run the warehouse has served you well, but no matter how heavy-duty it is, MHE doesn’t last forever. As with automobiles, your machine puts in work hours and requires upkeep. Eventually, productivity decreases as the wear and tear of daily jobs take their toll. So, when do you start […]

Looking Ahead: Blind Spot Safety

While safety in the workplace is consistently discussed in the material handling industry, there are devastating accidents nearly every day. Corners, doorways, and limited visibility areas present unique challenges for operators and pedestrians. Blind spots require focus and, in some cases, extra time for all those involved in the material handling process. Here are four […]

Ergonomics 101 for Material Handling Equipment

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Material handling equipment (MHE) is only part of the equation. In this industry, safety is a hot topic as it pertains to the equipment, but the managers and operators are often forgotten. Even in 2015, many teams still rely on employees to carry, lift, and distribute containers and miscellaneous items. Managers should be cognizant of […]

Fleet Management in Extreme Cold

Forklift management in cold

Keeping your forklift fleet running during extreme cold is a challenge for operators across the country. Record lows and temperatures similar to those from last winter are expected again this season. Taking a few basic precautions with your fleet of equipment this winter will prevent high repair costs, plus a loss of efficiency and workplace […]

How to Choose the Best Used Forklift for the Job

The job of purchasing for any business can be taxing – but purchasing material handling equipment has its own level of stress. If you’re faced with finding the best forklift for your inventory or business, then The Forklift Pro has some tips to make it simple! Understanding usage How many forklifts will be needed? How […]

Reducing Forklift-Related Industrial Accidents

Every workplace has potential dangers for employees and equipment. However those in industrial and warehouse settings are at a greater risk for serious accidents, due to the involvement of heavy machinery, including material handling equipment (MHE). Though there are several rules, regulations, and safety standards established to help reduce the number and severity of accidents […]

Qué Transacción es Recomendable Realizar con los Equipos Usados para Manejo de Materiales?

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Las empresas que han actualizado recientemente sus montacargas y transpaletas en búsqueda de mayor seguridad y eficiencia, probablemente han visto un incremento en la cantidad de herramientas sin uso que están ocasionando problemas de almacenamiento, saturando el ambiente de trabajo, y dejando de  proporcionar valor agregado a sus operaciones. Es de vital importancia tener en […]

Comprando el Montacargas Usado correcto para su Negocio

La compra de equipos para manejo de materiales (EMM) de calidad, así como máquinas montacargas puede ser un proceso complicado. Por ello, antes de comenzar a buscar posibles opciones de compra, deben considerarse varios aspectos relacionados con dichas operaciones. Así mismo, una vez completado ese proceso, es necesario encontrar un negocio de confianza para realizar la compra. Finalmente, es recomendable elaborar un plan para proteger su inversión en dichos equipos. Antes de comenzar su búsqueda […]