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A reach truck is always a forklift, but a forklift is not always a reach truck. Confused? We don't blame you! There are a lot of similarities between reach trucks …

For people who don't work in the material handling industry, most forklifts seem more or less the same. Some are bigger, some are smaller. Order pickers and reach trucks are …

It’s 10 am. Do you know where your forklifts are? A forklift telematics system provides real-time information about who’s using your equipment and where. It can also generate behavior reports, …

Understanding a forklift’s load capacity is not as simple as reading the maximum capacity and jumping to work - many factors influence how much a fork truck can lift at …

The decision of whether to lease, buy, or rent forklifts is a major consideration for all businesses. Each option comes with distinct advantages and disadvantages. When deciding your business’s strategy, …

Clark forklifts are trusted by companies throughout the Pacific Northwest, from ports in Seattle-Tacoma to wineries in the Willamette Valley and farms in central Washington. They’re sturdy, reliable, easy to …

Managers are frequently asked to do more with less...while maintaining safety and productivity. It’s a tall order, especially in fast-paced industries. That’s why many managers rely on telematics to: Ensure …

If only evaluating forklift listings were as simple as shopping for a used car. Unfortunately, there’s no Kelley Blue Book to consult when it comes to determining the value of …

Myths and misconceptions about used forklifts prevent many buyers from getting a great deal. A used forklift, when purchased from a reputable seller, costs about half as much as a …

If you need to expand your forklift fleet, buying a used forklift can be an affordable alternative to investing in new equipment. A used forklift, when purchased from a reputable …