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7 Things to Consider Before Buying a Heavy Duty Forklift

7 Things to Consider Before Buying a Heavy Duty Forklift


Choosing to invest in a heavy-duty forklift is a major decision for any business. These powerful machines are essential for handling massive loads in industries such as warehousing, construction, manufacturing, and logistics. Whether you’re moving pallets in a warehouse or transporting heavy equipment on a construction site, heavy-duty forklifts are built to take on demanding tasks with efficiency and reliability. As Canada’s exclusive dealer for Tailift forklifts, we understand the unique challenges businesses face when selecting the right heavy-duty lift truck. That’s why this blog is here to guide you through the key factors to consider. From understanding load capacity and fuel options to evaluating safety features and long-term maintenance, we’ll provide the insights you need to make an informed decision and invest in a forklift that fits your needs.

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How Cold Weather Affects Your Forklift Fleet and What You Can Do


As winter sets in and temperatures drop, managing a forklift fleet becomes more challenging. Cold weather can affect both mechanical and electronic components, particularly in electric forklifts, leading to increased wear, lower efficiency and potential safety hazards if not properly managed. To avoid downtime and ensure safe operations, it’s essential to understand how cold temperatures impact your forklifts and take steps to minimize these effects. In this blog, we’ll explore the most common cold-weather forklift risks and provide practical solutions to help keep your fleet running smoothly throughout the winter.

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The Importance of After-Sales Service for Retaining Customers as a Forklift Dealer


Just made your first forklift sale? Congratulations! While you deserve to celebrate, don’t pop the champagne just yet - the work isn’t over. Closing the sale is just the start. If you want to keep your clients coming back, strong post-sale customer service is key. In this blog, we’ll explain what after-sales service involves and share some best practices to follow after your forklift dealership has closed the deal.

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Preparing Your Tailift Forklifts for Fall: Reducing Downtime with Maintenance


As temperatures drop, days get shorter and leaves start changing colours, fall is on its way in. It’s time to prepare your Tailift Forklifts with some preventative maintenance. This will help you stay ahead and reduce downtime during the autumn months. In today’s blog, we’ll look at why having a forklift maintenance schedule is important and go over the key inspections you should include on your fall maintenance checklist. From checking fluid levels to inspecting tires, we’ll help make sure your lift trucks are ready for the season’s challenges.

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Back to School: Benefits of Ongoing Forklift Operator Training


Forklift operators, like school kids, may find themselves returning back to “school” this September. But they won’t be studying data management or biology, they’ll be delving into a topic central to their day-to-day operations – forklift training. This training is essential for safely operating forklifts. Used across multiple industries with diverse risks, forklift operator training isn’t a one-time event, but an ongoing process that evolves with new safety protocols. Each year, numerous injuries stem from forklift accidents with 20 percent attributed to inadequate training. In today’s blog, we’ll explore the benefits of continuous training, which range from improving forklift safety and increasing employee productivity to optimizing operational efficiency.

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Common Forklift Hazards


Warehouses pose various risks to workers’ safety and well-being, especially when forklifts are added to the mix. Navigating tight spaces and handling heavy loads without understanding the potential hazards can lead to accidents, injuries and property damage. This blog will explore common forklift hazards that employers and workers should know about to maintain a safe working environment. By understanding these forklift hazards and implementing control measures, we can spot and reduce the risk of accidents, keeping your workplace safe and secure.

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Outdoor Forklifts: Maximizing Efficiency in Summer


Forklifts aren’t just useful within the confines of your warehouse; they’re also essential for outdoor jobs. However, these exterior projects often demand rugged equipment much tougher than the lift truck you’re operating inside. Without the appropriate forklift fleet, challenges like uneven pavement, dirt roads, and moisture can significantly disrupt operations. Equip your fleet with outdoor-ready forklifts from Tailift! In today’s blog, we’ll explore how you can maximize efficiency with Tailift’s Semi-Rough Terrain forklifts and share some tips for safe outdoor operations.

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The Ergonomics Advantage: How Tailift Forklifts Prioritize Operator Comfort


Businesses are constantly seeking ways to boost efficiency and cut costs. One effective approach involves prioritizing the welfare of forklift operators to enhance productivity and cut costs. Operating forklifts in a bustling warehouse environment is demanding and can strain drivers, reducing their efficiency. Investing in ergonomics is central to optimizing operator productivity. Ergonomics focuses on creating a safe, effective, and driver-friendly environment. In this blog, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of ergonomics, its significance, and the several ergonomic features integrated into Tailift forklifts.

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Aligning with Earth Day: Embracing Sustainable Forklifts for Greener Warehousing


Every year on April 22, millions of people worldwide celebrate Earth Day. It’s a time to recognize past achievements while shedding light on ongoing efforts to safeguard the planet’s natural resources for future generations. Earth Day holds particular significance for companies, especially those in the warehousing and material handling sector. In this month’s blog, we’ll explore the impact of sustainable warehousing and highlight Tailift’s electric-powered forklifts as a practical solution for companies aiming to adopt green warehouse practices.

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Unlocking Opportunities– Exploring Career Paths with a Forklift Licence


Are you seeking new opportunities in the workforce? Consider forklift operation. With a forklift licence in hand, you can open the door to countless career paths and industries. From warehouses to construction sites, distribution centers to manufacturing facilities, the demand for skilled forklift operations continues to grow. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss the abundance of career opportunities available to individuals with a forklift license, providing tips on how to get started in pursuing a lucrative career in material handling.

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