Application Details When Choosing Your Materials Handling Equipment

It's not always enough to recommend a piece of materials handling equipment to a client based on sales experience alone. Often the client will want a detailed explanation as to why they would require one product over another. Why would they need a forklift when a stacker truck might suffice? Perhaps the reason is repetition, or weight restrictions. Maybe it's ergonomics to assist in lowering the company's injury claims. It could be that the batteries are meant for a short run time whereas others are meant for a full shift(s) between charges. Tire types also come into play i.e. pneumatic VS rubber VS poly. It might just come down to dollars and cents.

Regardless the specifics in your application, there are many factors that will be weighed when choosing the correct piece of equipment for the job.

Stärkehas recently included detailed dialogue to assist in making a more educateddecision on what truck makes the most sense in a specific application. These details are to be discussed with your sales person, but will offer a deeper understanding of when one machine should be utilized over another.

For example: you wouldn't prefer a manual pump truck to unload a full trailer several times a day and cart the skids through a large warehouse just because it is the most economical option. That would cost you time, employee moral, undue wear on a unit not built to sustain that kind of abuse, and potentially claims with WSIB. 

There are many factors to consider, and each industry and individual warehouse or factory has their own combination. To get started, look at what Stärke has put together and don't make any decisions until you've spoken to an authorized Stärke sales person. Because it makes sense to expect peace of mind at a fair price.

Avoid Accidents and Equipment Wear With Planned Maintenance For Your Material Handling Trucks

Remember, your materials handling equipment requires maintenance. It’s got moving parts, just like your car. Each part plays a role in safely operating your forklift or lift truck on a daily basis. Consider this: a forklift rumbles down your aisles or yard carrying 3 to 5 times as much weight as your car, and you have your car serviced regularly. When machines breakdown due to neglect, it effects your business, but more importantly, it becomes an unsafe piece of equipment and could injure an employee causing much more than downtime, it could be the precursor for a devastating accident and even a lawsuit.

Your business and those responsible for keeping your business running efficiently are your priorities. The equipment you use to assist employees in their efforts need to be well maintained. Training is also a must, but maintaining the equipment goes a long way in the prevention of injuries due to faulty equipment. Forklifts should be inspected daily by the operator and serviced by a licensed technician up to four times a year.

A Stärke brand product is an excellent example of superior engineering, but even the very best material handling equipment requires regular maintenance to ensure the vehicle is operating at peak efficiency. This service is recommended by the manufacturer of every brand of machinery and should be followed to safeguard your employees and your business from unexpected downtime and accidents.

The cost of an accident will far exceed the cost of a planned maintenance program. Stärke dealers are capable of servicing every make and model of forklift and lift truck, so if you have been on the fence about having a professional look at your material handling equipment, find a Stärke dealer near you and inquire about a planned maintenance program for your fleet of trucks.

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