Welcome to the Action Lift Blog
Look for product reviews, industry tips, company happenings, and more. For specific topics, filter posts by clicking on categories.
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 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 moreEarth Day—Learn How Forklifts Matter.
By, Mary Beth Tomko Crown_Encore, Crown_Forklifts Electric_Forklift Forklift_Maintenance Forklift_Service Forklifts Lift_Truck Maintenance Material_Handling UniCarriers_Forklifts
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22nd each year marking the birth of the modern environmental movement. On this day in 1970, millions of Americans rallied for a healthy, sustainable environment. Today, the material-handling industry is part of the worldwide effort to be greener. Let's take a look at how forklifts matter.
read moreSpring is Here! It’s Time to Inspect Your Dock & Door Equipment.
By, Mary Beth Tomko Dock_and_Door Dock_Levelers Dock_Seals Dock_Shelters Loading_Dock Maintenance Manufacturing Material_Handling Safety Warehouse_Solutions Warehousing
Winter in Northeastern Pennsylvania can be long and challenging. So with springtime comes the desire for warmer temperatures and all things outdoors. It’s also the perfect time to take a look at the effects of winter weather on your loading dock and commercial door equipment.
read moreThe Forklift Industry—Reaching New Heights in the U.S.
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Crown_Forklifts E-Commerce Fleet_Management Forklifts Lift_Truck Logistics Manufacturing Material_Handling Technology Warehouse Warehousing
Material handling is defined as the movement, protection, storage and control of materials and products throughout manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, consumption, and disposal. Lift trucks are an essential part of the process and used in virtually every industry. The chances are that most of the products you use every day have spent time on a pallet and were touched by a forklift at least once, perhaps even dozens of times.
read moreWant to Reduce Downtime? Don’t Neglect your Forklift Battery.
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Battery_Maintenance Forklift Forklift_Battery Forklift_Service Industrial_Battery Maintenance Material_Handling
A major setback in any operation is downtime. Taking good care of your forklift battery is one way to avoid unplanned work stoppages. Let’s review proper battery and charger maintenance to see how the right process will keep your forklift fleet operating at its best capacity.
read moreShow Your Forklift Some Love with Regular Maintenance.
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Cascade Cascade_Attachments Certified_Training Crown_Forklifts Forklift Forklift_Maintenance Forklift_Parts Forklift_Service Maintenance Material_Handling
Whether you’re purchasing or renting your first forklift or adding to your current fleet, understanding the basics of forklift maintenance is critical to making sure you’re getting longevity from your lift truck. Just like any other vehicle, forklifts require regular maintenance and repairs to perform well.
read moreIt’s Decision Time—Should We Buy or Rent Our Next Forklift?
By, Mary Beth Tomko Action_Lift Crown_Forklifts Fleet_Management Forklift Forklift_Rental Forklift_Service Forklifts Lift_Truck Material_Handling UniCarriers_Forklifts
The time has come when you need to add to your forklift fleet. Perhaps your business has grown, and the demands of your forklift fleet have increased. Or maybe it’s time to replace an aging lift truck. The big question remains—should you buy or rent and how do you decide?
read moreShowing 9 - 16 of 26 Articles