June 9th is Forklift Safety Day in the USA. How is Your Manufacturer Supporting it?

In acknowledgement of the second annual National Forklift Safety Day, June 9, 2015, sponsored by the Industrial Truck Association (ITA), Stärke Material Handling Group is showing their support for best practices in operator and pedestrian safety. Designated as a day of conversation and awareness concerning forklift safety, the purpose is to serve as an opportunity for manufacturers and dealers alike to educate customers on of the importance of forklift operator training, guidelines and safety practices.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) insists that all industrial lift truck operators be trained and certified in the use of their equipment.

In recent years more stringent regulations and safety requirements relating to forklift training and operation have been implemented, and many companies are recognizing the significance of safety programs and appropriate training for their forklift operators.

Forklift Operator Safety Awareness training courses are facilitated by certified trainers and available throughout North America through Stärke dealers and independents. These courses are an interactive experience for both new and experienced operators, drawing from experience to encourage open discussion.

Forklifts are heavy pieces of equipment with many particulars in operating them safely; they should be treated with respect by the operator, and all others coming in close proximity.  If driven by an untrained operator or in an unsafe manner a lift truck can cause extensive damage to buildings, racking, cargo, or worst of all - can cause injury or death to operators or other workers.

Safety isn’t negotiable. Companies who employ untrained lift truck operators are putting themselves, their employees, and pedestrians at risk. Be safe and respect the equipment and the people who come into contact with it.

For more information on Forklift Safety visit our Safety Tips section of the website.

Find important Forklift FAQ’s on our website here.

Stärke Material Handling Group is expanding.

December, 12^th, 2014. Thorold, Ontario, Canada.

Stärke Material Handling Group is expanding. With the recent hire of Michael Poeltl, Stärke’s new Marketing and Dealer Development Specialist, late in the fourth quarter of 2014, a new and more diverse plan to market the company’s interests throughout North America has been realized.

With a full line of pallet jacks, stacker lifts, reach lifts, order pickers, lift trucks and forklifts, Stärke has positioned itself as an industry giant when presenting its product line to end-users and dealers alike. With a strong understanding of product and industry knowledge along with a team of experts in business and product development, sales, marketing, parts and services, Stärke Material Handling Group is being touted as the next big thing in the material handling industry.

A growing dealer network throughout North America shows that the strength, value and support Stärke is offering dealers is not being overlooked. Stärke IS strength, after all, and their strength in people, business and clout has captured the industries interest.

“With more activity online in 2015 we expect to see great things in both dealer relations and sales.” Says Jim Chesla, Stärke’s Vice President. “The industry is learning that our truck line can’t be beat in strength, quality and value, and with Michael on board, we see a partnering of talents that can only benefit the company and our dealer network across multiple platforms.”

Stärke is affiliated with parent companies which have been in the material handling business since 1939. This combination of experience, new equipment offerings and the talented people who are quickly making Stärke a success story, positions them to explode in 2015. Thus any dealer that has signed up or is about to sign up to represent Stärke material handling equipment ought to get ready for a great year!

For more on Stärke Material Handling Group visit www.starkusa.com  / www.starkecanada.com