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Can Forklifts Tip Over?

Can Forklifts Tip Over?

In this week’s post we’ve discussed eight common ways that may cause a forklift to tip over either forwards or sideways.

We’ve also highlighted four safety tips that if adhered to greatly reduce the likelihood of a tip over occurring as well as four things that should be done in the immediate aftermath of a tip over to minimise the impacts.

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Forklift Tyne Guide

Forklift Tyne Guide

Forklift tynes are an integral part of every forklift, they are used to support, lift and carry loads.

In this guide we explain common tyne terminology, discuss the different types of tynes available and provide some operating safety tips.

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What is the Purpose of a Forklift Load Backrest

What is the Purpose of a Forklift Load Backrest

One of the most important safety features fitted to a forklift is the load backrest.

In the event of a forklift being overloaded and becoming unstable the backrest reduces the likelihood of the load shifting and falling backwards towards the operator.

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How to Safely Use a High Pressure Cleaner

How to Safely Use a High Pressure Cleaner

As a national distributor of the complete range of industrial cleaning equipment from industry leading manufacturer Kärcher, Adaptalift Group has a large range of high pressure cleaners suitable for a wide variety of applications.

In this week’s post we describe eight simple steps on how to safely use a high pressure cleaner along with some helpful tips to keep in mind when pressure cleaning.

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Preparing Your Forklift for Summer

Preparing Your Forklift for Summer

This week’s post looks at eight key inspection and maintenance points to ensure forklifts are able to safely operate at optimum levels during the heat of summer.

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Essential Guide to Forklift Jib Attachments

Essential Guide to Forklift Jib Attachments

Forklift jibs are a common attachment that when fitted to a forklift expand its capabilities to become a multi-purpose lifting machine.

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Used Forklift Pre-Purchase Checklist - Part 2

Used Forklift Pre-Purchase Checklist - Part 2

This week’s post covers the remaining four key areas for inspection from our used forklift pre-purchase checklist masts, batteries, warranties, safety and compliance.

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Used Forklift Pre-Purchase Checklist – Part 1

Used Forklift Pre-Purchase Checklist – Part 1

To assist customers with their used forklift purchase we’ve created a downloadable pre-purchase checklist that details things prospective buyers need to consider before making a purchase.

Following the checklist will ensure you purchase a high quality used forklift that is fit for purpose and functions at optimal levels.

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How Much Electricity does a Forklift Use per Hour?

How Much Electricity does a Forklift Use per Hour?

In this post we detail the hourly electricity consumption of some Hyster’s most popular forklifts whilst also briefly examining some factors that can affect the health and performance of batteries that can impact fuel consumption.

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How Much Diesel Does a Forklift Use Per Hour?

How Much Diesel Does a Forklift Use Per Hour?

This week’s blog details how much diesel is consumed by standard Hyster 2T – 3.5T counterbalance forklifts, whilst also briefly examining some common factors that need to be taken into account when calculating a forklifts fuel consumption.

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