CFE Equipment – Blog
Checking Your Forks
Forklift forks will start to get worn the after the first use. If you often use your lift truck, then it’s a very, very good idea to regularly inspect the forks. Here are a few things to look for while inspecting the forks: The thickness of…
Customer Service
Everyone has most likely had a negative customer service experience before. Poor customer service is one of if not the leading factor in losing customers. It is also a factor in preventing new customers, because people are more likely to talk about a…
CFE Helps Ship WWII Anchor
Members of team CFE out of our Richmond branch donated their time and expertise to help assist in the shipment of a World War II anchor from Virginia to New Mexico. The historic anchor is on loan to the City of Clovis as part of an Eagle Scout Project by…
The Benefits of a “Blue Safety Light”
Facility safety is a major concern for many employers and employees in material handling spaces, including here at CFE Equipment. The operation of this equipment can be dangerous when certain procedures are not followed. We all know the dangers of work place…
Winter is Coming: A Few Simple Steps to Prepare
A few tips to prepare your forklift for cold weather.
Warehouse Fleet Management – A Technician’s Perspective
This is a guest post from David Holland, one of our technicians at CFE Equipment. Running a warehouse is a complex and expensive proposition. The list of expenses includes personnel, facilities, equipment, utilities and many more. Every aspect and every minute of the…
Keep It Cool!
It may still be officially spring, but summer has made an early appearance. Keeping you forklift equipment cool can be a challenge during this time of year. Many companies open their overhead doors to allow cooler air to come in to their facility. Seasonal work puts…
Forklift Parts? When Experience Matters
Parts are parts? Right? Wrong. In the world of forklifts not all parts are created equal. Having the knowledge of what manufacturer of parts works best for particular a forklift is what makes CFE Equipment one of the best parts dealers in the Virginia/Maryland…
Time for a replacement forklift or new addition to your fleet?
In purchasing a new or used forklift, there are a number of specifications you should consider to selecting the appropriate lift. In many cases, a complimentary site evaluation by one of our Sales Professionals can provide great value to your operation. The correct…
