September 8, 2021 6:20 pm
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Optimizing your forklift battery’s life expectancy can save you time and money and provide more reliable performance from your machinery. So, what is the best way to preserve battery life for your forklift? To optimize performance, here’s how to preserve your forklift battery: Choose chargers carefully: Optimizing your forklift battery’s life expectancy requires selecting the right industrial charger for your needs. Make sure the amp hour rating is compatible with your machinery. Dimensions are also important. Use a battery charger that fits with your forklift battery. Lastly, consider your priorities when it comes to battery charging. Different models focus on... View Article
August 20, 2021 2:30 am
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Whether or not you’re involved in the industry, you’re probably at least somewhat familiar with the concept of a warehouse, i.e., a building where goods are stored before being sold or distributed. But do you know the history behind warehouses? Probably not! Keep reading to learn a brief history of warehouses. Humans have been storing supplies and food for future use ever since the caveman era, so you could consider caves the first warehouses humans ever used. But we’ve come a long way since the Paleolithic period. We can break the history of warehouses down into a few different eras:... View Article
August 6, 2021 2:29 am
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Keeping a clean and organized warehouse is a crucial component of running an efficient operation. In addition to slowing down daily operations, goods can become misplaced and people can get injured if a warehouse isn’t organized. Addressing a messy warehouse might not be easy, but this post will cover how to organize and clean your warehouse: Draw up a new floor plan: The first step in organizing your warehouse is often creating a new floor plan. Make sure your floor plan allows for a smooth flow for the workday. For example, make sure inventory can move easily from receiving to... View Article
July 28, 2021 2:27 pm
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Although they might look similar to the untrained eye, all forklifts aren’t created equal. The best forklift for your business might not be right for the company next door. Fortunately, identifying the forklift you need doesn’t have to be all that difficult—you just need to know what you’re looking for. Continue reading to learn a little bit more about the six different types of units and how to decide which one you need: Industrial counterbalance forklift: Also known as a warehouse truck, the industrial counterbalance forklift is the most recognizable type of forklift. These units are weighted in the back... View Article
July 14, 2021 2:27 pm
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Anyone who’s ever worked in a warehouse or industrial building has seen forklifts driving around lifting all sorts of different products and pallets. But even if you’ve seen them, you may wonder if you can drive a forklift without training. The answer is a definitive no! The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires anyone operating a forklift to be adequately trained and obtain a forklift certification, which lasts for three years before it needs to be renewed. The consequences of operating without training Even if it’s just for a few minutes, driving a forklift without proper training has some... View Article
