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Choose a Telehandler Forklift for Your Job and Load

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Choose a Telehandler Forklift for Your Job and Load

The highest-capacity telehandler forklift isn’t automatically the right choice for your job. A machine rated to lift 5,000 lb with its boom retracted may safely lift as little as 400 lb when the boom is fully extended at…

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12k Telehandler Reach and Model Options for Equipment Buyers

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12k Telehandler Reach and Model Options for Equipment Buyers

A 12k telehandler with 52-56' reach can lift up to 12,000 lbs and reach 54 feet. The JCB 512-56, SkyTrak 12054, and Manitou MTA12055 each have a maximum lift capacity of 12,000 lbs. But capacity alone won’t show how a ma…

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Factors Affecting Forklift Resale Value: What Shapes Your Price

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Factors Affecting Forklift Resale Value: What Shapes Your Price

A forklift’s age gives you a starting point for estimating its resale value, but hours and condition can shift the price sharply. The factors affecting forklift resale value include age, operating hours, maintenance hist…

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Explosion proof forklift standards for international operations

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Explosion proof forklift standards for international operations

Explosion proof forklift standards aren’t a one-size-fits-all checklist. Choose equipment for the specific gas or dust hazard, the truck’s power system, and the requirements of the country where it will operate. A design…

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How Forklift Ergonomics Support Operator Health and Productivity

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How Forklift Ergonomics Support Operator Health and Productivity

Comfort at the controls can affect both operator well-being and the workday’s pace. Ergonomic forklifts for operator comfort bring together a well-fitted seat, reachable controls, reduced jolting, clear visibility, and a…

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