The Biggest Safety Mistakes I See Around Forklifts (And Why They Keep Happening)

The Biggest Safety Mistakes I See Around Forklifts (And Why They Keep Happening)

Forklifts are one of the most useful pieces of equipment in any warehouse, manufacturing plant, or distribution center. They’re also one of the most dangerous. What’s interesting is that most forklift accidents aren’t caused by equipment failure.They’re caused by operators and managers becoming comfortable. I’ve spent

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When Size Changes Everything: The Hidden Challenges of Moving Up in Forklift Capacity

When Size Changes Everything: The Hidden Challenges of Moving Up in Forklift Capacity

Most people look at a forklift and think, “It’s just a bigger version of the one in my warehouse.” Then they stand next to a 30,000 lb, 50,000 lb, or 80,000 lb forklift for the first time. And suddenly, everything changes. The photo above puts it

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Marina Equipment Refurbishment Services

Marina Equipment Refurbishment Services

BEFORE At Forklift Exchange, we take pride in delivering high-quality refurbishments that restore equipment to peak performance. Recently, we completed a full refurbishment of a Wiggins Marina Forklift. This project showcases our expertise in heavy equipment restoration and our commitment to efficiency and quality. Inspection & Assessment

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The Truth About Forklift Hour Meters: Why Hours Don’t Tell the Whole Story

The Truth About Forklift Hour Meters: Why Hours Don’t Tell the Whole Story

One of the first questions almost every buyer asks about a used forklift is “How many hours does it have?” And that makes sense, hours matter. But after years in the used forklift world, I can tell you, an hour meters only tells part of the

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Preventive Maintenance, Done Right!

Preventive Maintenance, Done Right!

At Forklift Exchange, our PM Service is the most complete on the market. From mast & attachment to fuel systems, we cover every critical component to keep your equipment running safely and efficiently. • Reduce downtime • Extend equipment life • Maximize productivity Your fleet deserves

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JMG carry deck slewing cranes: Precision and Power in Your Hands

JMG carry deck slewing cranes: Precision and Power in Your Hands

Harness innovative strength to elevate your industrial challenges. In the ever-evolving industrial landscape, JMG carries deck slewing cranes that stand out as pioneers of innovation and reliability. Designed to offer impeccable maneuverability and control even in the tightest spaces, these cranes are the ultimate solution for your

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When the Ground Gave Out: FLE Rescues a Marina Forklift from a Florida Sinkhole

When the Ground Gave Out: FLE Rescues a Marina Forklift from a Florida Sinkhole

Florida’s infamous sinkholes don’t stop FLE. See how our team recovered a marina forklift from underground, repaired it, and put it back to work safely. Florida is famous for its sunshine, its coastline — and its sinkholes. When one opened up beneath a marina forklift and

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Forklift Exchange Responds Before Memorial Day Weekend to Repair 90,000 LB Hoist Forklift in Indiana

Forklift Exchange Responds Before Memorial Day Weekend to Repair 90,000 LB Hoist Forklift in Indiana

When a 90,000 lb Hoist forklift goes down at a steel operation, every minute of downtime matters. On the Friday before Memorial Day weekend, Forklift Exchange received a service call from an Indiana steel facility after critical safety equipment failed on one of their heavy-capacity forklifts.

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Stuck Wiggins Forklift Carriage?

Stuck Wiggins Forklift Carriage?

How Our Field Service Team Got It Back in Action When heavy equipment goes down right before a busy weekend, you don’t just need a mechanic—you need a team that knows high-capacity forklifts inside and out. Our field service team recently responded to a call for

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