There are significant pros and cons to each lift truck power source. Your daily operation should guide you toward a fuel type that meets application demands while minimizing the total cost of ownership. Choosing incorrectly means spending money you don’t have to stay compliant and fix bottlenecks. Plug-in lifts, LPG forklifts, and diesel forklifts were […]

When it comes to minimizing the carbon footprint of your logistics operation, sometimes the answers start right under your feet. Literally. The fuel sources feeding the fleet that drives across your warehouse floor can drastically change how your facility impacts the environment — from local air quality to global greenhouse emissions. Operating efficiency is always […]

Summer in Dallas isn’t just hot – it’s a completely different atmosphere where metal expands and humans… perspire. Recognizing those subtle changes in conditions is the first step to avoiding drastic situations like failed hydraulic pumps and heat exhaustion. Don’t sweat it – here are some easy tips to ensure your summer is safely productive. […]

Warehouse managers and job site supervisors know it better than anyone: there are hidden variables in every invoice. For small businesses looking to expand their fleet, the sticker shock of a new forklift often overshadows any monetary benefits of buying used equipment. Your day-one investment is important, but financially intelligent companies take into account how […]

It can be tempting to grow your fleet with factory-fresh equipment. Forklift trucks are complicated machines, and managers often hesitate before investing in several pre-owned units. But buying used forklifts is the quickest way to bulk up your capacity and keep your annual capital budget intact. Bulk buying used equipment presents two significant advantages that […]

A forklift’s hydraulic system is like its musculoskeletal system. They’re powerful networks of hoses, cylinders, valves, fittings, and seals that lift, tilt, and steer your business forward. Even though they’re designed to withstand tough, high-volume duty cycles, hydraulic systems degrade over time. Exposure to excessive Dallas heat, for instance, means owners must perform maintenance more […]