Yearly Archives - 2020

Mousetrap deaths now top workplace killer

 27th Oct, 2020

How one simple step can avoid tragedy in your firm

Recent studies by the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (OSHA) make grim reading for forklift operators. Tipping accidents are confirmed as one of the biggest causes of fatal accidents in the workplace. In almost all of these cases,...

How a good maintenance contract will save you money

 26th Oct, 2020

Forklifts, like most things, can decline over time with regular use. This aging and deterioration effects more than safety on site. It can also lead to unplanned breakdowns and disruptions which reduce your ability to work efficiently and productively. Sure, good warranties and adhering to the recommended service intervals will...

Turbocharger versus Supercharger

 21st Oct, 2020

It is easy to get confused about the difference between a turbocharger and a supercharger. Basically, they do the same thing. They both feed compressed air to the combustion engine so that the engine becomes more powerful, so-called Forced induction.But the source of the power is what makes a supercharger...

Electric or IC engine which is right for your site

 13th Oct, 2020

Whether you're looking for your first forklift truck or looking to replace an existing truck, choosing the right type can be daunting. And the fact that - as in all industries - the technological, legislative and environmental issues can change doesn't make your decision any easier. What will help, though,...

What sets a part apart?

 9th Oct, 2020

When in the market for a forklift, how much do you consider beyond the truck itself?

Purchasing or renting a lift truck is quite an investment, so protecting that investment should be high on your list of priorities. Because it’s not just about acquiring a vehicle and that being the end...

Turbo Explanation

 30th Sep, 2020

A turbocharger is applied to make an engine more efficient, and makes it possible to “downsize” the engine to a smaller size without any loss in performance. This is why many cylinder 6 engines have become cylinder 4 engines and so forth. A smaller engine is by definition a cleaner...

Hydrogen and 3 other ways to cut data center CO2 emissions

 29th Sep, 2020

Few among us know or perhaps consider how the ‘cloud’ works, or how myriad other technologies make our digitally connected world operate. Yet they play a crucial role in daily life. Our world is increasingly fueled by data: harvesting it, processing it, and sharing it. And while we can’t see words, numbers, and...