How To Look After Warehouse Equipment

A crucial element of warehouse operations is keeping it organised, and ensuring all equipment is looked after and stored correctly. This is essential for the health and safety of all warehouse employees and to ensure the smooth running of day to day operations with all safety procedures being adhere to. Warehouse equipment is often expensive, […]

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The Importance Of Forklift Examination

A forklift examination is essential for any business that operates forklift machinery. Every employer has the responsibility to ensure the equipment operating within their business is safe for both the operators and anyone nearby. There are a number of safety precautions that can be taken to contribute to a safer working environment, such as risk […]

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How To Operate A Forklift Safely

Forklifts are the backbone of the equipment industry, but they are also one of the most dangerous, with thousands of forklift truck accidents occurring every year. When operated unsafely they can present dangers to both the operators and those nearby, making it vital that workers are fully trained and know how to operate a forklift safely. […]

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The Beginner’s Guide To Forklift Truck Training

Although there is no such thing as a physical forklift truck license, there is training and certification that are required in order to operate a forklift truck both safely and effectively. Counterbalance forklift trucks are the most common type of forklift truck, therefore keeping your forklift training up to date for this type of truck […]

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Forklift Maintenance: A Complete Guide To Maintaining Your Forklifts

No matter how well made or reliable your forklift is, it will still require frequent preventative forklift truck maintenance to keep it working in top condition long-term. Keeping all materials handling equipment operating to maximum efficiency is key to ensuring productivity and a good return on investment. The frequency of how often your forklift truck […]

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Gas vs Diesel vs Electric Forklifts: A Buyer’s Guide

When it comes to moving different loads around a warehouse, a forklift truck will be your best friend! There are a variety of different types of forklift trucks to pick from, and they all come with their own advantages and disadvantages. That’s why we’ve pulled together this handy buyers guide that looks at the three […]

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A Short Guide: Common Types of Forklift Trucks

Forklifts are a necessity for a lot of different businesses. They can be the life and blood of daily operations and without them, businesses simply could not operate. If you are planning on obtaining your forklift license, or already have it, you will become or be familiar with the different types of forklifts and forklift […]

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A Simple (But Complete) Guide: Forklift Licence Requirements

Forklift drivers are an essential part of a lot of businesses in the UK. Without them, business operations could simply come to a standstill. However, to be able to operate a forklift, you must be fully trained. If you’re looking for information on how to complete your forklift training and the requirements involved to do […]

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Driving a Forklift is Not Like Driving a Car (Here’s Why)

Driving a forklift may seem pretty straightforward. You may be wondering… is driving a forklift like driving a car? Surely it’s the same, right? They both have four wheels, a seatbelt and a steering wheel. However, that’s where the similarities end. Spend a few seconds driving a forklift and you’ll soon realise how different they […]

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