Lithium-Ion Batteries: The Future of Forklifts
The material handling and warehousing-transportation industry is being revolutionized by the lithium-ion batteries being used in forklifts these days. Lithium-Ion (LI) batteries are better than acid batteries for quite a few reasons such as cost savings, safety,...
OSHA Imposed Fines for Material Handling Violations
In December 2010, OSHA penalized a freight carrier company in Rhode Island for $76,000 after an operator suffered foot injury. The authority has determined many counts where the lift truck is being operated incorrectly that resulted to mishap and worker’s injury. In...
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 the fork blade should...
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 negative...
