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As warehouses and manufacturers work tirelessly to keep up with the demands of modern consumers, increasing your material handling productivity should be a top priority. Effective material handling can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity. Discover some of the equipment and techniques you can utilise to improve your material handling capabilities. Material Handling Equipment…

What’s Right for Your Business? When choosing the right forklift for your business, there are two main options: counterbalance or reach forklifts. Both forklifts have unique advantages and applications, but which one is better for your business? This blog post debates counterbalance vs reach forklifts to help you make the right choice when finding a…

In NZ, Forklifts are an essential tool in many warehouses, allowing for the efficient movement of heavy loads over short distances. However, forklifts are dangerous if not operated properly or if proper safety protocols are not in place. As such, warehouse managers and workers must be aware of common forklift hazards in warehouses and take…

It isn’t always practical for a company to fork out the large sum of money it takes to purchase a brand-new forklift. In these situations, a second-hand forklift is an affordable alternative. When purchasing anything second-hand, it is essential to know what to look for when searching for used forklifts for sale in NZ. Buying…

All types of forklifts are used in warehouses and other industrial sites to help employees move things with ease. With a wide variety of models, classifications, sizes, and features available, it can be challenging to know which type of forklift is the most suitable for your job. But you don’t need to commit to purchasing…

The type of forklift you drive will impact your safety, comfort, and flexibility. With both standing and sitting models available, which one should you choose? Many warehouse operators consider the traditional sit-down forklift ideal for their operation, but is that always the case? Have they considered all the options between sit-down and stand-up forklifts? Here…

Over the last decade, innovative energy solutions have proved to be a positive disruption to a wide range of industries, including the materials handling sector. When used in the right application, electric powered equipment can provide efficiency and savings for customers – but it’s not for everyone. Yale Europe Materials Handling has invested in a diverse range…

Keep your forklift fleet in good condition with some regular maintenance checks. Inspections, cleaning, and safety checks are easy and should be a part of your business’s regular routine. Here, we go over the main checks that all forklift operators should be carrying out, and how fleet service provider Yale Forklifts NZ can help with…