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 […]
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Jun
Jun
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 […]
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May
May
Your forklifts and your warehouse need proper cooling procedures in place in order to avoid unnecessary and costly heat-related equipment (and driver) malfunctions, and we’ve put together this checklist for forklift care in the summer. Maintaining your forklifts should always be a priority in order to keep them running efficiently and safely – especially in […]
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Apr
Apr
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 […]
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Apr
Apr
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 […]
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Mar
Mar
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 […]
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Mar
Mar
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 […]
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Dec
Dec
Like most products, the forklift was born out of necessity. In this case, it was to move heavy materials short distances. In the early part of the 20th century, the forerunners to the modern forklift were powered hoists that were used to lift loads. World War I increased the need for development of material handling […]
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Sep
Sep
Forklifts have come a long way since the first efforts combining horizontal and vertical movement staring back in 1887. Even with all the advancements in technology from a safety and productivity standpoint, there are still more ways to save time, money, and increase worker safety when it comes efficiently running your business. Here at The […]
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Aug
Aug
Lifting. Moving. Loading. For nearly 100 years, these machines have worked day in and day out for almost every industry. Improvements in design and function are made year after year, but sometimes going with the newest and most modern design just isn’t an option. Used material handling equipment might be your best bet when it […]