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Skid Steer Safety Training Requirements

Skid steer loaders are popular devices used to move loose materials and for light excavation. With a bevy of attachments, they are some of the most versatile pieces of equipment today. Used in construction, skid steers are also used for industrial applications. Their reputation for adaptability and taking abuse makes them attractive devices for various […]

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Aerial Equipment: Telehandlers

The telehandler has quickly become the equipment of choice for construction worksites. Because telehandlers are multi-purpose and perform on sites a standard forklift cannot maneuver, they are also good for masonry, residential landscape, oil and gas applications.  For example, in an industrial application, a telehandler can remove cargo from a trailer and place loads on […]

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4 Questions to Consider When Purchasing an Industrial Floor Sweeper

A sign of a safer, healthier warehouse environment is a clean floor. While the food and medical industries are mandated to provide a sanitary environment, manufacturing and industrial processes typically use processes that are dirty. When care is taken to minimize the resulting dirt and debris, not only are slip and fall hazards decreased but […]

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Switching from an Internal Combustion Forklift to an Electric Forklift

Historically, internal combustion (IC) forklifts have dominated the manufacturing industry. Although electric forklifts provided cleaner emissions and low level noise, companies faced decreased production and struggled to justify the higher costs of batteries and charging stations. Today the electric forklift rivals the production of an IC forklift, matching or exceeding the alternative’s performance. Its reduction […]

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Taylor-Dunn Stockchasers

Think you need another forklift? Maybe not. Taylor-Dunn Stockchasers are a cost-effective solution to improve efficiency in warehousing applications. These narrow aisle, highly maneuverable vehicles bring the operator closer to the material that needs to be picked. Equipped with a 4-, 5- or 6-step ladder, Stockchasers also allow operators to pick materials from higher locations. […]

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Terminal Tractor Safety Inspection Outside the Cab

My company uses a terminal tractor to move semi-trailers at the warehouse. As an operator, which items should be inspected prior to getting in the cab? Like forklifts and other warehouse equipment, a terminal tractor, also referred to as a spotter truck or yard truck, will have an operator manual at its delivery. Reviewing the […]

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Toyota Material Handling Honors ProLift Toyota Material Handling

Toyota Material Handling (TMH) announced ProLift Toyota Material Handling is recipient of the annual President’s Award which recognizes the top Toyota forklift dealers in North America. The revered award recognizes the top dealers who perform at the highest level in parts, service, equipment sales, customer satisfaction and overall operations. The winners, announced at Toyota’s Annual […]

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Best Pallet Racking System for LIFO (Last In First Out)

LIFO pallet racking (Last In First Out) is an ideal storage system when: The product is not date sensitive Pallet rows can be dedicated to one product The pallets used in operation are consistent and good quality REQUEST QUOTE Push Back Racking Bulk stacking is efficient, but pallet racking is often implemented because soft packing […]

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Types of Forklift Hydraulics

There are two types of forklift hydraulics: ram-type cylinders and piston-type cylinders. Forklift Hydraulics: Ram-Type Cylinders Ram-type cylinders use a rod with a single diameter, or straight rod. These rods fit closely into the cylinder that is sealed against fluid leaks at the opening. These type rods are used in single direction cylinders (i.e. lift […]

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Transporting a Forklift, Keeping It Safe & Damage-Free

Whether transporting a forklift that’s new, or one that’s been in the shop for service, when your equipment comes to the dock for delivery it should meet your expectations. Transportation plays a big role in the process. ProLift takes the necessary steps to safely deliver your forklift. Decrease Obstacles The first step to avoid damaging […]

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Spectra Finds Reach Truck & Mezzanine with ProLift

Bill French, owner of Spectra Press & Promotions, recently completed construction of a 5,500 sq ft warehouse expansion and mezzanine. He needed to find reliable equipment within budget and a forklift partner to support him after the sale. Toyota Forklift Reliability “One of the things that I knew was Toyota had a great reliability in […]

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Hosting a Forklift Rodeo

It isn’t easy finding an event to appeal to those of us in the material handling industry. Although general company outings can be hosted, how can you include activities to engage the crowd? Many companies find success with a forklift rodeo. The concept is fairly simple – create strategic courses for forklift operation and challenge […]