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Do my forklift operators need training?

  Yes, they do. We hope you’ve enjoyed reading this blog entry. Seriously, forklift operators need training and it’s not just for them, it’s for everyone who has to work around them as well. Remember when you learned how to drive a car? It seemed overwhelming at first, and a little intimidating, and it took you a few years...
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How do I prepare my forklift for winter?

  You don’t have to be a meteorologist or a Game of Thrones fan to know that Winter is coming. That nip in the air and the falling leaves should be enough to tell you that it’s time to prepare your forklift for Winter weather. It’s something you might not even think about, but the fact is your forklift is every bit susceptible...
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Forklift Maintenance for Safe Operation

In the material handling industry, many people use the terms 'preventative' and 'routine' interchangeable when in fact they are worlds apart.  Everyone needs to know the difference. The definition of routine maintenance is simple, small-scale activities (usually requiring only minimal skills or training) associated with regular (daily, weekly,...
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Doosan sets the bar for forklift brake systems!

No one else in the industry offers the type of braking system and brake warranty that Doosan and Atlantic Forklift Services can offer. Doosan uses an oil cooled disc brake system which uses a pump to continuously bathe the braking system - meaning you, the customer, don't have to pay for expensive add ons!  Part of this system provides more...
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DANGER! Propane Safety

Now that we've caught your attention, we thought it might be an opportune time to discuss changing liquid propane tanks on forklifts.  While this may be a routine task, there are still safety procedures that need to be followed to avoid hazardous situations. We ran across the website for the Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada recently, which...
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Watch Out!…For this new warehouse safety product

There are many different safety features that come standard on today’s forklifts. Features like steering wheel horn, rear grab bar horn, back up alarms, headlights, rear lights, signal lights, and strobe lights are all typical standard safety features, however there is a newer piece of technology that is proving to be a vital safety feature for...
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What does OSHA say about forklift attachments?

Operators must be trained in the proper use of attachments because they alter the performance of the forklift.  Attachments affect the truck's performance by changing its center of gravity, visibility, and capacity.  These are the federal OSHA regulations and descriptions of forklift attachment installation and use: Common...
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Cause & Action: Forklift Overheated Engines

During the summer months fork lifts encounter extreme temperature changes. Operating under these conditions can and will affect the cooling systems of any internal combustion engine.  As a result, the unit can overheat. Th­ere are several factors that contribute to forklifts overheating, but the most common factors are low coolant, radiator or...
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Maintenance: Routine vs. Preventative

In the material handling industry, many people use the terms ‘preventative’ and ‘routine’ interchangeably when in fact they are worlds apart. Everyone needs to know the difference. The definition of routine maintenance is simple, small-scale activities (usually requiring only minimal skills or training) associated with regular (daily,...
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Checklist of Basic Forklift Maintenance

Just like you do spring cleaning for your house, you should be doing it for your material handling equipment, too! Here are some tips and observations you'll want to read to ensure that you are keeping your equipment maintained and working efficiently. It is required by OSHA that you have operators utilize a daily check list and provide...
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