When a forklift goes down, the first question many companies ask is: “How much will this cost?”The better question is often: “How long will we be down?”While hourly labour rates and parts pricing a...
Why January Is the Best Time to Inspect, Train and Plan
There’s a common misconception that January is a quiet month.In reality, January is one of the most important months of the year for well-run operations.The teams that struggle later in the year us...
Planning next year’s budget means looking beyond purchase price—and forklift ownership is no exception. While the upfront cost of a forklift is easy to see, the true cost of ownership includes main...
Year-End Equipment Upgrades That Pay Off in the New Year
As the year winds down, many operations start thinking about budgets, performance reviews, and what needs to improve in the months ahead. One of the smartest ways to set your operation up for succe...
Warehouse space is expensive—and getting more of it isn’t always an option. As inventory levels grow and buildings reach capacity, many operations face the same question: how do we store more produ...
Understanding E, ES, EE, and EX Forklift Ratings: What They Mean and When They’re Required
Not all electric forklifts are created equal—especially when it comes to safety. If your facility handles chemicals, dust, vapors, or other hazardous materials, the forklift rating you choose isn’t...