Posts by Apex Companies
Big Joe Forklifts Releases the RPL44 Rider Pallet Truck & PTT60 Pedestrian Tow Tractor
Both Vehicles Offer Clean, Efficient Li-ion Power and Unique Features for Moving Pallets and Carts Big Joe Forklifts has added two new material handling vehicles to its lineup that combine compact size, clean Li-ion power, and several unique new features. RPL44 Rider Pallet Truck The Big Joe RPL44 Rider Pallet Jack can carry up to…
Read MoreThe 5 Most Common Forklift Accidents and How To Prevent Them
An Average of 87 People Are Killed Each Year In Forklift Accidents Although there is an annual Forklift Rodeo… you should never drive your forklift like a cowboy. In fact, the Forklift Rodeo focuses on skills designed to prevent forklift accidents. The winners are those operators that exhibit a high level of forklift safety. In…
Read MoreTop 20 Takeaways from the Apex Forklift Training Program
Safety & Efficiency Driven Through Comprehensive Forklift Training Let’s face it. Winging it rarely produces a good outcome. That’s especially true when it comes to operating a forklift for an extended period of time. There is absolutely no substitute for the benefits of a well-designed forklift training program. What’s more, OSHA requires that all forklift…
Read MoreGetting Your Forklifts Summer Ready–Forklift Maintenance Tips to Beat the Heat
Don’t Let Summer Temps Chill Your Forklift Maintenance Plans — Follow Our Tips! Summer is certainly here, and it’s time to make sure your forklifts are “summerized”. High heat, high humidity, and dusty conditions combine to create a lethal cocktail for work vehicles making forklift maintenance a high priority. Rigorous adherence to your planned maintenance schedules…
Read MoreForklift Safety Tech– Go Beyond the Basics to Boost Warehouse Safety
How Can You Improve Warehouse Operations with Forklift Safety Tech? Remember how cool it was when you used a backup camera for the very first time? No more backing into walls or close calls with other cars or, even worse, pedestrians. Current vehicles take safety steps further by adding a beep as you near an…
Read MoreShould You Consider Fuel Cells to Power Your Forklifts?
Hydrogen Fuel Cells are Environmentally Friendly and Energy Efficient, But… Are they the right forklift power source for your forklift fleet? During the oil shocks of the 1970s, several alternative energy sources received heightened attention; one of them was the hydrogen fuel cell. Over the years, hydrogen fuel technology has continued to evolve. Although it…
Read MoreWhen to Take Your Old Forklift Out of Service and How to Do It?
Is it Time to Say Goodbye to Your Forklift? Face it, that ‘92 Jeep Cherokee was a great car, but now that it’s been spending more time in the shop than on the road, it’s time to pull the plug. The same goes for your forklift. Forklift lifespan is measured in two ways–economic life and useful…
Read MoreYour Guide To Pallet Jack Safety and Operations
Pallet Jack Safety 101 – Tools to Keep Your Team Moving Safely Pallet jacks are ubiquitous in the material handling world. They’re handy, easy to operate, and a cost-effective way to handle a variety of warehousing activities. So, what’s the downside? Because they are so accessible, it’s a little easier to overlook pallet jack safety.…
Read MoreCLARK S40-60 Forklifts – Smart, Strong & Safe | Apex Vehicle Spotlight
What Power & Dependability Look Like – CLARK S40-60 Forklifts When you’re looking for solutions, CLARK S-Series delivers big. The latest vehicles in the popular S-Series lineup are the CLARK S40-60 forklifts. You will find them equipped with the latest technology and mechanics to enhance operator use and safety, plus a heavy gauge frame and…
Read MoreAll Pallets are Not Created Equal – Pallet Handling Tips by Pallet Type
A Forklift Operator’s Guide to Pallet Handling Variety, they say, is the spice of life. However, when you are trying to get consistent performance out of logistics operation, variety can be a productivity killer. This principle certainly applies to pallets and pallet handling. The lion’s share of goods in motion are stacked on pallets. Traditionally,…
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