A forklift is a complex piece of equipment that requires specialized maintenance to keep it running. Throughout its lifespan, a forklift will require a variety of replacement parts to remain functioning and effective.  While electric forklift parts and IC-powered parts differ, it is important to know the most commonly replace forklift parts to ensure you properly maintain your parts stock to ensure you can handle common maintenance issues.  Brakes  Forklift brakes work hard, stopping thousands of pounds of heavy materials at a short distance. The forklift brakes should not wear out very frequently, but they will require regular replacement to ensure the forklift is safe to operate.  Tires Tires are a crucial part of the forklift for the comfort of the operator and for safe operation. Damage to the tires can make your workspace unsafe, reduce fuel efficiency, put your operator at risk, and decrease productivity. Signs of damage include: Tearing Balding Chunking Tire...

  Accidents in the workplace are common, but many of the most common forklift accidents can be prevented with proper training and equipment maintenance.  At Trupar America , we have outlined three of the most common forklift accidents and what you can do to prevent them from happening in your warehouse.  Forklift Rollovers A forklift rollover is the most common type of fatal forklift accident. Rollovers are mainly caused by these factors: Turning too fast Turning on an incline  Driving across uneven surfaces Abrupt movement of the mast Uneven, overweight, or unbalanced loads Driving with an elevated load Driving with the load elevated What to Do if You Experience a Tip-Over If a tip-over occurs in a sit-down forklift, the operator should remain in the seat, brace for impact, and lean away from the point of the impact. For a stand-up forklift, the operator should step back and out of the operator compartment and get away from the forklift.  Operators should also ...

When searching for the right forklift for your operations, TruPar America is your one-stop-shop. With over 35 years of experience in the mobile equipment industry, we offer a wide selection of Clark forklifts to meet your needs.  Benefits of Choosing a Clark Forklift Clark forklifts have the potential to provide your operations with a variety of benefits. Our Clark forklift units range from 1,500- to 18,000-pound capacities and are available in: LPG Gasoline Dual Fuel Diesel Electric riders Powered hand trucks Narrow-aisle stackers Clark invented their forklift in 1917 and has been an industry leader ever since. They have several manufacturing facilities, including Lexington, Kentucky, and offer state-of-the-art parts distribution to all dealers nationwide and internationally. Clark is well-known for being reliable and sturdy to hold up to the wear and tear of your operations. Clark forklifts feature wet disc brakes for minimal maintenance and less downtime for repairs and replace...

 If you are considering purchasing material handling equipment for your business, you may be wondering where to start. At Trupar America, we are here to help you get started purchasing the equipment you need, including new and used Hyundai forklifts . Benefits of the Hyundai Forklift Hyundai is a name that is known all over the world for their cars and their quality material handling equipment. Hyundai forklifts are known in the industry for their durability and high-quality at an affordable cost.  They offer a selection of diesel forklifts, LP as well as electric forklifts to meet your needs. A range of Hyundai warehouse products is also available such as pallet jacks. Load capacities for heavy materials range from 5,000lbs to 55,000lbs. Their products are also equipped with varying tire types to meet the needs of your work environment. For indoor use, they offer forklifts fitted with cushion tires and forklifts with pneumatic tires for outdoor use on dirt and gravel.  W...

The more your forklift is used, the more often it will need to be serviced to remain safe and efficient to use. If your forklifts are used heavily, they may require forklift maintenance every 90 days. Routine maintenance checks play a major role in preserving your forklift’s lifespan and performance.   In most cases, forklift companies will recommend that you service your forklift based on time and usage intervals.  What are Time Intervals and Usage Intervals? Usage intervals are measured using your key or pedal hours. Time intervals are measured in days and months. At Trupar America, we recommend that you have your forklift serviced based on how often you use your forklift or your usage intervals.  We recommend full service at 200 hours. Our highly trained and experienced technicians will complete  the following: Grease the chassis and the mast components Install a new fuel filter Change the oil Install a new oil filter and air filter Adjust engine idle speed a...

  At Trupar America, we recommend using a forklift checklist to your operator, and managers ensure that safety programs remain on track. If you are already using a checklist, take the time to compare yours to the list we are presenting.  If you have not yet implemented the use of a checklist, consider reviewing the list below and adapting it to your needs so it can be easily integrated as a mandatory part of your team’s daily routine.  Visual Equipment Inspection Checklist Check the forklift for any apparent problems or missing components. Check the floor and work area for any hazards or obstacles. Check for overhead obstructions that could catch on or interfere with the overhead guard. Confirm that the fire extinguisher is present in the work area and that it is charged and working.  Inspect the battery and cable for a charge and tight connections. Check fluid levels for oil, fuel, and radiator fluid.  Check all chain anchor pins. Make sure the wheels and tires...

In many cases, most warehouse operators likely choose traditional sit-down forklifts as the best option for the operations. But that may not always be the case. Have you taken the time to consider other forklift options? Before you purchase your next forklift for your operation, it is essential to consider the following: Do you need to maneuver through tight areas or narrow aisles? What type of operational area do you have? Consider the surface type, travel distances, traffic patterns, etc. Are your operators making a short run or long-distance runs? Which model, sit down or stand up, would increase productivity? How much time is the operator spending moving onto and off the forklift? Sit Down or Stand Up? With many leading manufacturers, there is a significant focus on operator comfort and how their comfort impacts productivity. To help make operators more comfortable and allow them to see the load at all positions, you should consider how comfortable each type of forklift is to use f...