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A bad forklift battery slows down your operation and can damage your equipment. Learn how to identify a dead or dying forklift battery and when to repair versus replace it …

Purchasing material handling equipment is a big commitment - with large financial commitments, extensive safety requirements, and a wide range of options available, the decision can be overwhelming. But it …

These days, you can find a product to fit any niche. Specialization is the norm, with new products popping up daily to meet highly specific needs. Yet, with all that …

Sometimes a little change makes a big difference. For example, since entering everyday use in the 1930s, turn signals have been credited with more than a 33% reduction in automotive …

Since entering common use in 2002, backup cameras have reduced collision rates by approximately 17%. Considering Americans are involved in over 10 million automotive collisions each year, that's an enormous …

Some jobs need more than the average. Some require a forklift built to haul the heaviest loads all day and never complain. Those jobs need a Doosan DV 250S-7. The …

Every year, we answer your most pressing question in our blog. Over the past 12 months your interests focused on replacing, repairing, and modifying your existing forklift fleet. So we’ve …

Which is better, an electric or propane forklift? The right answer depends on your application - and it may surprise you. Ten years ago, propane forklifts were the go-to choice …

Every once in a while, something comes along and changes the game. The airplane changed how we travel. The internet changed how we communicate. And the lithium-ion battery changed how …

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 …