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The History of Forklifts: From Simple Warehouse Tools to Modern Material Handling Machines

Jason Flaska May 15, 2026

It’s easy to look at a forklift today and think, It’s just a machine that moves pallets. But the reality is, forklifts completely transformed the industry. Modern warehousing, manufacturing, shipping, & logistics. None of it looks the way it does today without the evolution of the forklift. And what’s fascinating is how much these machines have changed over the last century. Where Forklifts Began The earliest forklifts date back to the early 1900s and were

Watch The New HOIST FR 25/35 GEN II in Action!

temp116 October 22, 2025

NEW GEN II FEATURES HIGHLIGHTED • New Operator Cab Layout: The MD4 display has been relocated high in the cab, improving ergonomics, and the unit is equipped with our new soft-touch hydraulic controls that offer smoother operation. • New Creep Mode: This is an operating mode enabled by pushing the creep mode icon on the display. Creep mode will significantly reduce speeds for driving, lifting, tilting, sideshifting, and fork positioning while the units are at high engine

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WATCH THE JMG MC25S ELECTRIC CRANE IN ACTION!

temp116 May 6, 2026

The JMG MC25S ELECTRIC PICK AND CARRY FORKLIFT CRANE is here! This compact, fully electric, remote-controlled, Pick-and-Carry Crane comes with a battery that lasts a full workday on a single charge. It gets the job done! Perfect for tight spaces, and Contractors looking for a top-of-the-line solution to add to their fleet. We have a unit in stock right now! Learn more: https://forkliftexchange.com/product/jmg-mc25s/ Contact for more information: Jeff Pejsa – (216) 544-4075 jeff@forkliftexchange.com — #MaterialHandling hashtag#SupplyChain

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Hoist FR 25 35 unloading an injection molding bed from a trailer using creep mode for precise control

Unloading Injection Molding Equipment from a Trailer

MAXX FLASKA May 5, 2026

Accuwright Mechanical, a machinery moving and rigging specialist, recently completed a project involving unloading injection molding equipment from a trailer using a Hoist FR 25/35. Jobs like this require precise control, careful positioning, and the right equipment to safely handle sensitive and heavy machinery. In this case, the injection molding bed was secured inside a crate and positioned on a trailer. Using the Hoist FR 25/35, the operator was able to begin the unloading process

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