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5 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Forklift If you are considering buying a forklift, it is important you take the time to ask a few questions and make sure you have everything you need to make an informed decision. Purchasing a forklift is undoubtedly a big decision that the majority of businesses do notContinue reading “5 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Forklift”

Forklifts 101 Forklifts are an important part of many operations and facilities, but only when proper training and safety are in place. Due to the size and weight of these machines, it is imperative that anyone who operates them understands the basics of how they operate. For this reason we thought it would be aContinue reading “Forklifts 101”

Sit Down VS Stand Up Forklifts: Which one is best? Which one is best? The traditional sit-down forklift, or the stand-up forklift? The truth is, it really depends, on a few things. It depends on your preference, what you are using the forklift for, the environment you’re using the forklift in, and other various circumstances.Continue reading “Sit Down VS Stand Up Forklifts: Which one is best?”

Should you rent or buy your next forklift? So, you’re looking into getting a forklift, but the question is, should you rent one, or purchase one? There is no right or wrong answer that is applicable to everyone, and whether or not you rent or buy is truly dependent on you and the reasons whyContinue reading “Should you rent or buy your next forklift?”

Rent or Buy: Which is best for you? Deciding to rent or buy a forklift in Dallas or Fort Worth, Texas has become a lot easier. At Ace Equipment, we offer both! Our experts have the knowledge in forklift sales and rentals that help make the decision easier for you. The answer to the question,Continue reading “Rent or Buy: Which is best for you?”

When should you service your forklift? The good ol’ question – when and where should I service my forklift in Dallas or Fort Worth, Texas? The where is here at Ace Equipment! And the when, well, to begin with, these are the reasons to have your forklift serviced right away: Servicing your forklift falls underContinue reading “When should you service your forklift?”

Which Forklift is Right for You? A forklift, or its more fancy name, a powered industrial truck, is mostly used in manufacturing and warehouse environments. Typically, these pieces of machinery are used to move various materials, but they are also used for stacking, raising, lowering, and rearranging large objects [or packages of small objects] ontoContinue reading “Which Forklift is Right for You?”

Forklifts for The Rainy Season May is here, the cold is gone, the heat is coming, but the rain isn’t quite ready to go away. Even though the freezing rain is no longer a concern, it’s still very important to practice safety when operating large equipment in any rainy conditions. In anyway, National Forklift SafetyContinue reading “Forklifts for The Rainy Season”

The 3 Common Ways Forklifts Are Used While there’s a lot of industrial equipment out there, one can’t deny how indispensable forklifts are. They are heavy and powerful electric lift trucks that are used for lifting (thus the name) containers, crates, indoor materials, and more. They are used by almost every type of industry forContinue reading “The 3 Common Ways Forklifts Are Used”

What Should a One-Stop Forklift Shop Offer? For those of you who might not be familiar, a forklift is an industrial truck that is used to move heavy loads from one short distance to another. They are powerful lift machines that are useful in places such as farms, factories, warehouses, shipping yards, and on constructionContinue reading “What Should a One-Stop Forklift Shop Offer?”

Are you Keeping Carbon Monoxide Emissions in Check? Internal combustion engines in forklifts powered by gasoline, propane or diesel can release Carbon Monoxide (CO) when incomplete combustion of fuels takes place. CO can easily accumulate in the air if there are many forklifts operating at the same time and/or the ventilation in the warehouse isContinue reading “Are you Keeping Carbon Monoxide Emissions in Check?”

Frequently Asked Questions About Forklift Safety There are many important elements that go into operating a forklift, especially in a warehouse or factory setting. As we have discussed at length in the past, there are numerous things that need to be taken into consideration in order to ensure that forklift operators and all other workersContinue reading “Frequently Asked Questions About Forklift Safety”

How You Can Benefit from Forklift Safety Accessories There are numerous products and accessories on the market today designed to help improve warehouse productivity and ensure you are getting the most out of your forklift. Over the last several weeks we have discussed how you can prevent forklift accidents and we also provided you with an everydayContinue reading “How You Can Benefit from Forklift Safety Accessories”

Tips for Preventing Forklift Accidents Forklifts are some of the most frequently used pieces of equipment across many different industries. Given the sheer size and capacity of these machines, it is of the utmost importance that all workers are properly trained before operating a forklift. If employees are not adequately trained and you fail toContinue reading “Tips for Preventing Forklift Accidents”

Tips for Maintaining Your Forklift Batteries As you know, there are a wide range of different types of forklifts on the market today. From electric to pneumatic tire and cushion tire, your options are truly endless. Last month we discussed some of the numerous benefits of electric forklifts, namely that they can save money long-term. This isContinue reading “Tips for Maintaining Your Forklift Batteries”

Everyday Forklift Inspection Checklist In order to keep your forklift working properly and in tip-top shape for many years to come, it is imperative you perform a daily inspection. Regardless of how good you are about getting your machine serviced, it is of the utmost importance that you don’t neglect it on a day-to-day basis.Continue reading “Everyday Forklift Inspection Checklist”

How Electric Forklifts Can Save You Money Long-Term When it comes to finding the right forklift for your specific purposes, you will likely find that there are many different options on the market today. We’ve discussed the various types of forklifts, including three and four-wheel forklifts, rough terrain machines, and turret trucks. The type of forklift thatContinue reading “How Electric Forklifts Can Save You Money Long-Term”

5 Benefits of Buying a Used Forklift When forklift shopping, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of options out there today. Both like new and used forklifts have their benefits, which is why it’s important to do your research and make sure you end up with the right machine for your needs.Continue reading “5 Benefits of Buying a Used Forklift”

Tips for Cleaning Your Forklift Many people do not realize this, but forklifts need to be properly cleaned in order to work efficiently. While it is important for you to bring your forklift in for regular maintenance, in between those services you should give your forklift a wash from time to time. Sure, forklifts areContinue reading “Tips for Cleaning Your Forklift”