About Us | Yale Material Handling NZ ​

Kiwi owned and operated, SG Equipment is a family business and are the authorised Yale Forklift dealers for the New Zealand and Pacific Island regions.  We are a trusted NZ provider of forklift and material handling solutions, with over 30 years of industry experience and nationwide support. We can support your business with our affordable high-quality Yale material handling & warehousing equipment.

Get in touch with us today and book your free site assessment or request a demo of one of our machines!

Knowledgeable & Trusted Suppliers

Led by our founder Steve Gordon, who started out working on the tools, our team at Yale Forklifts brings decades of knowledge in material handling & warehouse solutions in NZ, and an honest approach to every interaction, earning us a strong base of loyal customers.

Extensive Range of Material Handling Equipment

We pride ourselves on offering a diverse range of material handling and warehousing equipment, such as forklifts, reach trucks, pallet trucks, order pickers, and rough terrain - giving you more flexibility to find exactly what you need. The addition of electric vehicles caters to the growing demand for cleaner, more sustainable equipment.

Back by Service & Support - When You Need It

Yale Forklifts NZ is supported by a nationwide dealer network, with locally-owned dealers from Kaitaia to Bluff who offer full product support services in all locations, including a 24-hour, 7-day emergency breakdown and field service, with a large range of parts available.

Who We Serve

We work with multiple industries and sectors which include horticulture, warehousing, food manufacturing, and transportation to provide quality, affordable forklifts which enable NZ companies to become more productive and efficient in their day to day operations. We're committed to meeting the material handling and warehousing equipment needs of each industry we serve.

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Yale Forklifts NZ is a Prequal Tōtika recognised organisation for Health & Safety systems. We put safety first which ensures peace of mind our worksites, people, and practices are safe, compliant, and professional.

✔ Safety
✔ Compliance
✔ Trusted by Industry

A TOP TEAM DELIVERING TOP RESULTS

OUR TEAM - ONLY THE BEST

We believe in supporting our quality equipment with even better service. Employing the best and most experienced team possible means that our customers are can expect to be looked after today and in the future.

Quick and Efficient Service Delivery

Proactive Customer Account Management

Expertise in Fleet Planning Services

Exceptional Communication Standards

OUR ENVIRONMENT
MOVE MORE AND KEEP FOOD SAFETY IN CHECK

Yale Forklifts NZ is committed to protecting the environment through our careful selection of products. We only sell equipment that produces lower emissions than standard, uses clean energy wherever possible and supports our customers in their own path to sustainability.

OUR MISSION
ADD MORE SKUs, NOT BOTTLENECKS

Our mission at Yale Forklifts NZ is to make every decision with four key considerations:

  1. Delivering exceptional service and support to our customers
  2. Environmental stewardship
  3. The health and safety of our team
  4. Financial sustainability

We're committed to balancing these essential factors in all aspects of our business.

OUR VISION
STORE MORE, MOVE FASTER, DELIVER ON TIME

To be the industry leaders in materials handling equipment, delivering above-and-beyond products and service to our customers with every interaction.

At Yale Forklifts NZ, we're not just about top-quality products; we're about pairing them with service that makes a real difference. We aim to be the team you trust and rely on, every time.

GET A WAREHOUSE EFFICIENCY REPORT

✔ We won’t sell you anything, but we’ll give you our knowledge and experience for free.

✔ Check your forklift efficiency to maximise output and maintain your competitive edge.

✔ Need extra vehicles for seasonal demand - plan your annual hire/lease schedule

✔ Yale Forklifts Nationwide  service network uses our 99 point service checklist to keep all your vehicles lifting your game.

✔ Ask for a review now and ensure your fleet is optimised for your business.

 

Note we supply all things Yale Material Handling in New Zealand and the Pacific. If you are in a different country please contact your local supplier.

No employment enquiries please  - Currently we are fully staffed and our team is busy with customer enquiries so unable to follow up.

    CONTACT US

    Head Office: 09 268 4610

    10 Marphona Crescent, Takanini,
    Auckland 2105

    PO Box 97156, Manukau City,
    Auckland 2241

    Te Puke Branch (07) 281 1870

    6 Te Puke Quarry Road, Te Puke 3183

    Open Mon-Fri 8am-6pm

    Weekends & other times by appointment

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