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Today’s Forklifts—Combining Technology and Comfort
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Crown_Forklifts Ergonomics Fleet_Management Forklift Forklifts Lift_Truck Material_Handling OSHA Reach_Truck UniCarriers_Forklifts Warehouse_Solutions Workplace
Is your lift truck experiencing too much downtime? Does it cost too much to maintain? If so, it might be time to sell and upgrade to a modern forklift. Today’s forklifts are new and improved—designed with advanced technology and ergonomic features.
read moreMaterial Handling Equipment for the Peak Season
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Crown_Forklifts Equipment_Rentals Forklift Forklift_Maintenance Forklift_Parts Forklift_Rental Forklift_Service Forklifts Fulfillment Rentals Sales Service
Meeting the expectations of your customers is a year-round goal. However, it is especially important during peak season. During the busy holiday shopping season, distribution centers need to meet high fulfillment demands, and manufacturing facilities will be working hard on year-end production. Careful preparation for higher than average volume is key to meeting the challenge. Here are some tips to make sure your material-handling equipment is ready to go.
read moreHandle Difficult Loads with the Cascade TURNAFORK™
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Cascade Cascade_Attachments Forklift Forklift_Parts Forklifts OSHA
Lift trucks often use specialized attachments in place of traditional forks. These attachments increase the versatility of the truck in various applications. Take a look at this two-in-one attachment for clamp and pallet handling.
read moreNeed to rent a forklift? Here’s what you should know.
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Crown_Forklifts Electric_Forklift Equipment_Rentals Forklift Forklift_Rental Forklifts Material_Handling UniCarriers_Forklifts
The time has come— you find that you’re in need of a forklift rental. Perhaps you have a seasonal need, so a short-term addition to your fleet is the answer. Certainly, a one-off job that requires heavy lifting is a prime example where renting a lift truck is the best solution to your material handling needs. Here is a rundown of some key points to consider when renting a forklift:
read moreWe Support National Forklift Safety Day
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Certified_Training Forklift_Safety Forklift_Training Forklifts Lift_Truck Operator_Training OSHA Safety Worker_Safety
On June 12th, 2018, the fifth annual National Forklift Safety Day will be held by the Industrial Truck Association (ITA). The objective of National Forklift Safety Day is to educate individuals on the best practices regarding forklift safety, the importance of operator training and the need for daily equipment checks.
read moreHVLS Fans–Beat the Heat with a Breeze!
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift HVLS_Fans Kelley_Entrematic LEED_Certification Warehouse_Cooling Warehouse_Solutions Worker_Safety
Working in hot, humid conditions can result in a number of adverse health effects ranging from discomfort to serious health risks. There are many steps that employers can take to assess risk and provide more comfortable working conditions during hot weather. Let's address the benefits of using HVLS fans.
read moreNeed to Expand Your Warehouse Space? Let’s Evaluate.
By, Mary Beth Tomko Allied_Products Lift_Truck Racking Warehouse Warehouse_Solutions Warehousing Workplace
Congested aisles. Crowded racks. Cluttered dock. How do you know when the time is right to expand your warehouse capabilities? It’s widely held that once storage capacity surpasses 85% utilization, there is a marked reduction in warehouse productivity. Movement becomes restricted which results in multiple actions to complete a task.
read moreStay Alert! The Importance of Forklift Warning Lights
By, Mary Beth Tomko Allied_Products Crown_Forklifts Forklift Forklift_Safety Forklifts Lift_Truck OSHA Safety UniCarriers_Forklifts Warehouse_Safety
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently announced the 10 most frequently cited workplace safety violations for the fiscal year 2021. Number nine on the list points to the dangers of Powered Industrial Trucks. The types of equipment in the category are lift trucks (forklifts), tractors, platform lift trucks, motorized hand trucks, and more.
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