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Operating a forklift truck, regardless of whether you’re in a yard or inside a warehouse, doesn’t come without its element of danger. A forklift truck is a piece of heavy machinery and, therefore, you must exercise c
Forklifts have many specialist terms. To help you in the purchase of your next purchase, we've provided a glossary of key terms that relate to forklifts. Battery Capacity: Battery Capacity is measured with its ability to
Forklift trucks come in all shapes and sizes. Every truck is suited to its own environment, being ideal in some situations, but less effective than others. From the narrow and nimble reach truck, to the stocky and reliab
Loading with precision Knowing the load centre of a forklift and its load is crucial for maintaining stability. Over 100,000 injuries are incurred by the incorrect use of a forklift and an astounding 100 deaths are repor
Forklifts can be powered in a variety of ways. The three most popular ways of powering your forklift fleet are electric, diesel and gas. But which one is best for your operation? We're here to help by weighing up the pro
VNA Machines, also known as turret trucks, are designed to operate in densely packed warehouses. Unlike reach trucks or counter balance forklifts, VNA machines can move quickly through small spaces, lifting pallets and o
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) are a set of regulations that place duties on those who own, operate or control work equipment. PUWER covers a broad set of work equipment from printers to
There are a number of important things to remember when you're buying a second hand forklift. Just like a second hand car, it's important to do your homework to make sure you're getting your money's worth. A second hand
Put simply, an FLT Licence is a Fork Lift Truck driving licence. Although there are not a great many requirements to drive a forklift truck, there are some things you do need to consider before you apply. How Old Do I Ne
