Forklift Maintenance Archives - KMH Fleet Solutions

9 Jan

Why Buy A Used Forklift?

News Forklift Maintenance, Forklift Service, Used Forklifts, Used Lift Trucks

When you need a forklift truck, one issue to consider is whether it really has to be new. Budget and efficiency = ROI. You want to make sure you are accessing the best forklift for your needs while still making sure you are making a profit. At KMH Fleet this is our passion – we partner with you to make sure you are putting your money into a forklift that will serve your needs and your goals.

19 Dec

Is Your Forklift Fleet & Team Ready For Winter?

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News Forklift Maintenance, Forklift Service, Planned Maintenance, Winter

Preparing your forklift for the winter months prevents issues that can arise by not properly getting your forklift cold-weather ready, such as leaks, dead batteries and cracked radiators.

7 Nov

Why Replace My Forklift(s)?

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News Forklift, Forklift Maintenance, Forklift Quote

When running an efficient operation, it’s important to keep in mind the right time to replace older, less efficient forklifts. This can reduce your maintenance costs, improve your productivity and most importantly, save money and maximize your return on investment.

19 Sep

Preventative Measures for Your Fleet

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News Forklift Maintenance, Forklift Parts, OSHA, Parts and Service, Planned Maintenance

Forklifts benefit from regular maintenance. From oil changes, tire & fluid checks, light and warning indicator replacements to many other useful “tricks of the trade.” Be sure all your drivers have an easy to access check list to guide them before they operate your equipment.

12 Jul

Forklift Maintenance: Tips & OSHA Requirements

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News Forklift Maintenance, OSHA

OSHA requires that all forklift operators undergo safety training, which must be renewed every three years. While employers are responsible for ensuring their employees are trained on the specific equipment they use on the job, a general safety training course prior to operating any forklifts is a requirement.

21 Jun

Your All-In-One Material Handling Provider

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News Allied Products, Energy Management, Forklift Maintenance, Forklifts, Integrated Systems, Order Picking, Racking

Companies waste hundreds of hours and dollars every year having to call multiple vendors. Your customers make one call to you for your product, why would you make seven to get what your facility needs to run smoothly. You need it? We have it.

23 May

When Should You Replace Your Forklift(s)?

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News Forklift, Forklift Maintenance

25 Apr

Forklift Maintenance: Operate Perfectly Day After Day

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News Forklift Maintenance, OSHA

Forklifts are incredibly complex machines, ones that need to operate perfectly day after day under the harshest working conditions. It pays to stay ahead of the forklift maintenance schedule, and to be proactive about giving your machine the care it needs.

2 Feb

Forklift Maintenance & Forklift Training

Proper Forklift Maintenance to Increase Operator Safety

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News Forklift Maintenance, Forklift Training, OSHA

Forklift maintenance is important – and often overlooked. While many mistakes are the result of not paying attention, a lot of accidents are caused by a forklift not performing up to standards. Accidents can certainly be avoided by performing regular maintenance checks.

4 Jan

Why Preventative Maintenance Is Important

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News Forklift Maintenance, Forklift Service, Planned Maintenance, Winter

Companies that rely solely on reactive maintenance are essentially waiting for a problem to happen, and this can be a very costly move. Unplanned downtime can result in idle employees, halting the production line, missed deadline. Any unexpected failure of your equipment can mean having to pay technicians overtime and having to pay extra money for delivery of parts.

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