At a time when companies are focused on keeping business costs to a minimum a strict materials handling equipment maintenance and servicing regime is more important than ever. Regardless of whether your business operates a single pallet truck or a large fleet of varied materials handling equipment, when sourcing forklift trucks it is important to deal with an organisation that has the infrastructure in place to guarantee the highest levels of lift truck service and maintenance support. A regular servicing and maintenance regime is the best way of preventing significant truck downtime – and all the cost and disruption to a business that can entail. And, with repair costs for serious truck damage rising, a commitment to forklift maintenance and servicing is becoming more important than ever, says Toyota Material Handling UK Ltd’s Service Sales Manager, Andy Pritchard.
This article was first published in the October 1st 2022 issue of Warehouse & Logistics News, subscribe to the magazine by clicking here.
Building supplies specialists Bradfords have demonstrated their commitment to reducing environmental impact by investing in a multi-site implementation of new electric forklifts. As a long-term Briggs customer, the two companies have worked closely together to evaluate and understand the requirements of each site. The environmental benefits of this investment extend beyond the significant reduction in CO2, as the new trucks also reduce noise pollution, especially important for sites in residential areas, and deliver increased control and manoeuvrability for operators.
Clark has given the low-lift trucks with folding operator platform a facelift and combined all model variants under the name PPXS20. Only proven components and materials are used in the design of the PPXS20 low-lift trucks, ensuring a long service life, high performance and safety. The trucks are designed for use on medium to long transport routes, but are also in their element on ramps and inclines thanks to their roll-back protection.
Yale understands the demands placed on equipment in cold environments and offers a range of solutions that minimise repair, maintenance, and downtime, and maximise machine productivity, efficiency, and lifespan
With tools such as the Yale warehouse simulator and aisle-width calculator, Yale can unlock hidden opportunities and help you to make the best use of warehouse space and workflow. Whether picking from a mezzanine, ground or second level, in ambient, chilled or freezer chambers, Yale has a blend of order picking and tugger train solutions to suit every need.
Incorporating A+ Logic, a fully integrated set of scalable and adjustable features, Hyster has launched new A Series lift trucks, described as ‘Distinctly Hyster, built for you’. The H2.0-3.5A Hyster forklift, for lifts up to 3.5 tonnes, is ergonomically optimised to provide the most comfortable working environment for the operator. The spacious operator cabin on the H2.0-3.5A trucks is specifically engineered to emphasise overhead, forward, and rear visibility and give the operator greater freedom of movement to help reduce strain on the body.
As business expands and forklifts get used more, it is increasingly important to maintain and service the materials handling equipment.
George Simpson
Features Editor
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