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For many construction firms and builders’ merchants, forklifts and materials handling equipment are rarely front of mind – until something goes wrong. A truck breaks down in the middle of a busy delivery schedule. Fuel costs rise. Maintenance bills start to creep up. Operators begin reporting reliability issues that have been building for months. At… Full Story
As sustainability becomes a greater priority for businesses, material handling equipment operations are under increasing pressure to improve their environmental performance. At Impact, we are committed to helping our customers achieve their sustainability targets. So much so, that we have created a dedicated infrastructure team tasked with just that – making sure our customers’ handling… Full Story
Why Lead-Acid Forklift Battery Safety Matters Workers involved in lead-acid battery maintenance face potential lead exposure through inhalation of fumes or dust and ingestion caused by inadequate hygiene practices. That’s why proper care of lead-acid forklift batteries is essential. Not only to ensure safety and extend battery life, but also to protect the health of… Full Story
For many producers Harvest is the busiest time of the year. It is no surprise then, with so many other pressures converging on this narrow window, that the role played by material handling equipment is often something that gets overlooked or left until the last minute. However, it is worth remembering that the machines that… Full Story
7 FREE Forklift Safety Posters Promote a safer warehouse environment with our ready-to-print forklift safety posters. Professionally designed by industry experts for warehouse managers and forklift operators, these posters are an essential tool for creating a safer warehouse environment. Take the First Step Toward a Safer Warehouse Did you know the transportation and storage… Full Story
Are you employing seasonal staff this year? Will it affect your warehouse safety Statistics show that accidents often increase when large numbers of additional staff are taken on by a warehouse. They may be young and inexperienced. They may be new to each other, to the job or to your way of working. It’s essential… Full Story
WHY YOU SHOULDN’T BE AVOIDING THEM The best way to keep your forklift fleet in optimal condition and to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity is by maintaining a strict regime of maintenance and repair. This regime must start with you and your operators! Over and above any planned routine maintenance and thorough examinations you may… Full Story
Saving Money & Time Whether your business operates one piece of material handling equipment or hundreds, simply by changing the way you think about your fleet can bring real and immediate benefits to your business. How do significant cost savings sound? Or what about increasing the efficiency of your operation? Maybe easing your cash flow… Full Story
There are certain costs associated with hiring a forklift on a short term which are a given: delivery to site and collection, truck hire fee, fuel, and breakdown are to name a few. It’s also extremely useful to be aware of all the hidden costs which you can incur. The last thing you want is… Full Story
A good fork lift truck battery maintenance regime will maximise productivity, enhance site safety and help minimise fleet costs. So here is our top ten list of the everyday things fleet managers and operators can do to get the most out of lead-acid battery powered equipment. Monitor levels Maintaining the correct battery fluid levels is… Full Story
Forklift attachments are a critical component in material handling; without them it would be impossible to move certain loads. However, attachments are often overlooked, leading to poorly planned operations and potential damage to goods, or worse still personal injury. With there being so many different types of forklift attachments available, it’s vital you choose the… Full Story
Whether you have hired a forklift before or this is the first time. Answer these questions to ensure you make the correct choice. What type of equipment are you looking to rent? It’s fair to say forklifts come in many shapes, sizes and brand names. It’s, therefore, important that you fully explain the application the… Full Story
Whether you have 1 truck or 100 in your fleet, hiring material handling equipment on a short-term basis gives your business an enormous amount of flexibility. Often deployed to by third party logistics companies to meet high peaks of demand, however, there are plenty of other reasons why we believe short-term rental will work for… Full Story
Technology can play a big part in minimising risk – Here are some of the latest systems that can help keep your employees safe as well as bring welcome efficiencies to your operation. Awareness Systems Blue Spot Lighting – Now fitted as standard on some premium equipment, including CAT® Lift Trucks’ latest range – Blue Spot Lighting… Full Story
Selecting, customising and using the right equipment – why it’s important, plus safety and business benefits There are three key areas within a fork truck fleet where investing in safety improvements can deliver a tangible return to the business, those being; The equipment itself Material flow through the operation Employing the latest safety technology However,… Full Story
One of the biggest mistakes when purchasing a used lift truck is being led by price. Remember a rule of thumb; often you get what you pay for! Think about your operational needs of today and tomorrow. If you need a spare truck or only have the occasional use for one, buying a used lift… Full Story
Staff training is by far the most critical aspect of keeping a warehouse environment safe. It’s not only crucial to make sure new and less experienced staff receive relevant training, but also beneficial to refresh such training for all team members, making sure they are aware of any new legislation and procedures. For more info… Full Story
