by Dan Livingston, on February 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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, …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on January 10, 2025 at 5:49 AM
It’s no secret that forklifts require maintenance, but what often goes unnoticed are the hidden costs that quietly pile up over time. From inefficient fuel usage to overlooked wear and …
Read Storyby Shawn McQuary, on January 3, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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 …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on January 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Whether you’re buying a forklift because of an unexpected equipment failure, or because your business is growing, you want the best forklift for your money. For some operations, a used …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on December 13, 2024 at 6:59 AM
Imagine you need to navigate a dense, difficult forest. You have a choice between two maps. The first is a high-resolution satellite map with marked roads and trails, so you …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on December 5, 2024 at 6:33 AM
#1 You like solving mysteries, such as: How long has that dent been there? Why didn’t the operators mention this truck needs service? Where is my XYZ forklift? #2 You …
Read Storyby Dan Livingston, on October 31, 2024 at 7:15 AM
90% of Americans struggle with math in general and statistics in particular. So, it’s understandable that the data generated by forklift telematics systems might seem like a lot of incomprehensible …
Read Storyby Trey Barber, on February 28, 2023 at 8:00 AM
Forklift attachments like side shifters and fork positioners quickly pay for themselves through improved productivity. Top Forklift Attachments for Productivity An important note: when buying a forklift attachment, it's important …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on June 10, 2022 at 2:48 PM
As a busy warehouse manager, you have a full plate every day. You’re moving products in and out, managing a crew, and thinking about safety and efficiency in your warehouse …
Read Storyby Phil Hanford, on February 12, 2021 at 10:30 AM
Running a warehousing operation is a demanding job: scheduling, maintenance, fleet optimization, and personnel management are difficult tasks. But the work goes beyond your shift management. Managing your facility’s security …
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