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Pallet jacks are versatile tools used to transport pallets and other small loads over short distances. They are common in stores and warehouses, and their size makes them suitable for personal and commercial use.   Because they come in multiple sizes and styles, it’s important to understand the differences between

While all types of pallet jacks perform the same basic functions, there are a few important factors to consider when shopping around for the right one.   Evaluate Your Workspace Before you purchase or rent a new pallet jack, you should evaluate the size and shape of your workspace. If

The DT250A Hydraulic Drum Truck Trolley is perfect for lifting and moving steel container cylinders up to 250kg in weight, and with its lightweight design of only 38kg, it is sure to make the transportation process easy. Each trolley facilitates a single operator to pick up a barrel that is

As a customer there are often important pros and cons to weigh against each other. Maybe you recognize some of the following considerations: Bespoke lift equipment is often very expensive A custom electric lifter often takes a long time to design Because of its unique, never-built-before quality, it might not

According to research the number of fatal forklift truck accidents is decreasing year on year, but that doesn’t mean that there isn’t more we can do. The recent fine handed down to a Wrexham firm over the 2022 death of one of their forklift operators shows that accidents do still happen. Responsibility for

HOW TO INCREASE FORKLIFT TRUCK BATTERY LIFE Battery maintenance is an exceptionally important, yet often forgotten, issue when it comes to properly maintaining a forklift truck. It is a simple yet significant factor that will effectively contribute towards your forklift truck’s safety and overall lifespan. The vast majority of all

CALCULATING THE LOAD FOR A FORKLIFT When loading a forklift, it is essential you ensure you are not ‘overloading’ it as this can result in an extremely dangerous situation. Over 100,000 injuries are incurred by the incorrect use of a forklift and an astounding 100 deaths are reported every year

How Much Does a Forklift Battery Cost? Before spending a large sum of money on a new or replacement forklift battery it is important to clarify some information, so you buy the correct battery for your forklift. When forklift owners purchase a battery uninformed it can often result in damage

Do you need to wear a harness when using a forklift cage? Order pickers are specially designed and built materials handling equipment (MHE) that lift workers up via an elevating platform to allow the picking and/or loading of goods into high vertical shelving. For businesses that already own a forklift

Hydraulic oil is a critical component of all forklifts, a unit’s hydraulic systems are responsible for both its lifting and steering capabilities. Carefully monitoring the condition of and changing a forklifts hydraulic fluid when necessary is a key part of responsible forklift ownership, in this post we examine: What is

What is the Australian Forklift and Industrial Truck Association (AFITA)? The Australian Forklift and Industrial Truck Association (AFITA) is the leading industry body representing suppliers of forklifts and associated equipment, the association major focus is ensuring the highest possible standards of performance, safety and client satisfaction within the industry. The

Includes 5 key features to ensure forklift safety At the heart of a warehouse traffic management plan is identifying and addressing risk. Many warehouses operate 24 hours a day, which makes a traffic management plan critical to smooth, uninterrupted operations.   Any failure in the plan can lead to loss

A very sobering thought and a reminder of the dangers at work. Complacency is often the tipping point, and once things go wrong, changes around the site tend to ensue. A quick look at other sites can highlight what you can do to keep your employees safe. Let’s take a

Workplace health and safety (WHS), often referred to as occupational health and safety (OH&S), involves the assessment and transfer of risks that may affect the health, safety or welfare of people in the workplace. This may include the health and safety of your customers, employees, visitors, contractors, volunteers and suppliers.

Do you need a pallet jack or a pallet stacker? Deciding which equipment you need is simply an exercise in determining your requirements. The functions of the two types of equipment are outlined below.   A pallet lift is simply used to lift a pallet a few inches off the

Electric pallet trucks make it easier to move items on pallets. They are battery-powered with power drive and power lift capabilities, which can reduce the need for manual controls and thus increase productivity.   Electric pallet trucks are battery-powered and must be recharged after each use. If used continuously, the

Those in the warehouse industry are well aware that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the federal government agency whose mission is to ensure safety in the workplace. In this regard, it has the authority to address forklift safety violations in warehouses.   Despite a massive campaign to

You could buy a prized race horse, but if you don’t know how to ride it, you’re not going to become a champion jockey. You won’t win the Indy 500 by buying the fastest race car, either. When we look at races that are won, it is usually because of

Pallets of finished product collapse for plenty of reasons. It is easiest to blame the material handler when Pallets of finished product collapse, but there are other reasons that need to be considered when seeking to reach the route cause.   Some key reasons pallet collapses can happen even when

No one in the environmental movement really thinks much about pallets. The pallet is literally the platform of the material handling industry. It doesn’t matter how nice your warehouse is, how good your equipment is or even if you have best material handling personnel in the world. If the stuff