Lift Truck Tips

Proper, regular maintenance will help performance of any electric lift truck, even as Li-ion choices expand for DCs drawn by advantages like elimination of battery swaps and battery rooms.

VR training for lift trucks can increase safety when used to correct bad driver habits or ensure operators get specific training after an incident.

With a disciplined approach to maintenance, data-driven insight on charging and a cold condition package, you can ensure adequate performance in the cold.

Special packaging is needed to protect in transit lithium-ion batteries that have been known to self-ignite.

Operator comfort is paramount in efforts to retain employees and maintain productivity.

Data will prove whether a fleet operates as efficiently as it seems, or if opportunities are hidden beneath the status quo.

New technologies and data collection are gradually shifting the battery market from commodity to competitive edge.

Technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, and a focus on safety is the best way to keep up.

Productivity in coolers and freezers depends on operator comfort and equipment durability.

Technology and telemetry are driving more precise fleet acquisition practices.

As sensors and ergonomics blend into equipment, the optimal forklift spec will be informed equally by the capabilities of technology and the operator.

A thorough understanding of the application will ensure a happy marriage between forklifts and mobile computers.

Fleet owners are finding ways to leverage small data streams for big impact.

Battery maintenance headaches and their unique ability to sap money and productivity from operations have left many users considering low-stress alternatives.

Simple jobs done poorly are a recipe for disaster, and the battery room does not forgive sloppiness.