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Electric forklifts now dominate the U.S. market, accounting for 70% of the forklifts purchased and placed into production. This article highlights ideal industries and applications, product mix, and key benefits of an electric fleet. Industries: Distribution, General Warehouse, and Food Manufacturing Applications For decades, internal combustion (IC) forklifts were believed to be the most durable […]
Understanding the forklift load center is vital to an operator keeping the forklift and load stable. Keep in mind that forklifts typically weigh almost twice of their rated lift capacity. To protect operators and product, load center ratings are required on the forklift data plate. To understand the concept of load center, visualize two children […]
Forklifts are called “heavy equipment” for good reason. An unloaded standard forklift at 5,000 lbs of rated lift capacity weighs 9,000 lbs. With a load, the forklift weight can increase to 14,000 lbs. Pressure on Floor Surfaces It’s not uncommon to see blacktop damaged by repeated forklift traffic. When carrying a maximum capacity load, a […]
The act of loading and unloading a trailer forces the forklift operator to interact with another piece of equipment (trailer) and another human (truck driver), which increases safety risks and hazards. Dock Safety: Common Hazards Trucks and trailers can creep away from docks while loading and unloading due to the weight and force of the […]
Regular inspection of your forklift forks will help you determine when it’s time for forklift forks replacement. At minimum, your forklift’s forks are required to be inspected every 12 months and in case of severe application, more often. Forklift Forks Wear Standards During your fork inspection, you may find 10% or more wear. This discovery […]
A forklift operator has a responsibility to be aware of pedestrians and other operators. In a busy warehouse this is not an easy task. To help keep their employees safe, many companies are investing in forklift safety parts and accessories. Forklift Mirrors Mirrors are affordable, easy to install and can be placed either indoors or […]
If your company uses aerial work platforms, you know it can be a challenge to enforce the proper safety practices. Couple this with a low level of understanding how to inspect the aerial lift personal protective equipment (PPE) and you now have the potential of safety violations or a serious accident at your facility. Aerial […]
For several warehouses the storage area is a cluttered mess, serving as a dumping ground for any materials that aren’t immediately needed. Because one person doesn’t have ownership of the area, it can become difficult to locate specific items and even worse, a safety hazard for employees entering the area. Forming the 5S Team Tackling […]
Electric Forklifts vs Propane Forklifts: Which is Right for You? Over the past decade, electric forklifts have become increasingly prevalent throughout virtually every facet of the manufacturing industry. At the same time, however, propane-powered forklifts continue to make up a big part of the U.S. forklift market. Fortunately, since both electric and propane forklifts have […]
Order picking, also known as order fulfillment, is the process of collecting, packaging and preparing items for shipment to the customer. Anything that moves out of the door of a warehouse or distribution center has to be picked – whether the order is for 20 pallets loaded onto a truck or 2,000 individual items (SKUs) […]
The majority of semi-truck drivers are paid by the mile or number of delivered loads. When their truck is sitting on a dock waiting to be unloaded, the driver’s schedule and paycheck can be affected. To put pressure on the dock crew, the driver may stand on the dock or back of the truck. The […]
“Our freight elevator is dangerous and out of code. Is there an alternate solution for moving materials to another level in our building?” A freight elevator must be kept in safe working condition, which includes being compliant with national elevator codes and budgeting for expensive maintenance and repairs. Production and material changes may also result […]
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