October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Please consider donating to this wonderful organization if you're able. Even small donations add up! 💗
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗
We encourage you to donate to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation to further the research in preventing and curing breast cancer!
https://www.bcrf.org
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), almost 100 people die in forklift accidents each year. Another 20,000 people are seriously injured as a result of forklift accidents. ☠️
Regularly inspecting your forklift to ensure it's in proper working order is the best way to avoid these deaths and injuries. These inspections should include the forklift forks. 🚨
Why is it essential to inspect forklift forks specifically? How are inspections done on this part of forklifts? Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about inspecting your forklift's forks.
READ MORE 👉 https://citrucks.com/blog/the-importance-of-inspecting-the-forks-of-a-forklift/
Did you know forklifts and spiders have something pretty significant in common? 🤔
Spiders don't have extensor muscles in their major leg joints, which means their legs don't work the same way as most living, legged beings do (including other arthropods): almost all other limbed animals have both flexor and extensor muscles, which produce much smoother leg movements.
Spiders can naturally flex their limbs inward using their flexor muscles, but to push their legs outward (to run, jump, and move), they rely on hydraulic pressure in the absence of extensor muscles. 🕷
Forklifts also use a hydraulic system! Hydraulics are used to raise and lower the load-bearing prongs, giving the forklift its most important ability to move heavy cargo from place to place.
If you've had a forklift break down in the past, you know how costly it can be for your operation. An interruption in operation can quickly cause a loss of income.
Carolina Industrial Trucks offers rentals with SAME DAY delivery! Don't let a failed truck hurt your business.
We also offer maintenance and repair.
Contact us any time you need assistances!
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Forklifts come with different types of engines. Which engine you choose can affect the upfront cost, as well as the operating costs over time.
An electric forklift won't require fuel, so it can save you money over time but may cost more upfront. Some people also prefer electric models because they're better for the environment. And, of course, if you'll be operating the forklift indoors, you'll likely need one that doesn't produce dangerous emissions.
Meanwhile, a forklift with an internal combustion engine will cost more to operate, depending on what kind of fuel it uses. However, it can cost significantly less upfront. Internal combustion engines are louder and produce emissions, but they don't require charging time, and often have lower maintenance costs.
DID YOU KNOW???
Forklifts Have Been Around Since the Early 20th Century — While the modern forklift as we know it didn’t take shape until about the 1960s, the earliest electric-powered lift trucks were first used in 1906. Their popularity expanded during World War I, when the lack of manpower required a more efficient way to move materials from one location to another. 🤯
Contact CIT's rental department and you won't have to let a breakdown hold back your operations. We rent everything you need to get going again, with same-day delivery to minimize downtime. Our short- and long-term rentals are perfect for seasonal needs and unexpected busy times or changes in your operation. Entrusting your job to our top of the line rental fleet is an economical way to fill gaps in your fleet without hurting your bottom line. Fill out the Contact Us form, or call us -toll free at (800) 767-7388 to speak with a Rental Coordinator in your area.
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A forklift for your business is no minor investment. With forklifts ranging from $15,000 - $25,000, replacing a forklift or adding another to your fleet is a hefty purchase.
It may seem impossible to get a forklift without accepting a hit to your company’s wallet.
Luckily there are ways to keep forklift costs within your budget and save yourself some money. If you don’t have much to spend, don’t despair. We’re about to talk you through your options.
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Today is the 245 birthday of the United States Navy!
Happy birthday to our Navy! Thank you for serving and protecting this awesome nation! 🇺🇸
Our PM agreements make it easy to get the routine scheduled maintenance you need, at a price you can afford. These agreements cover oil changes, brake adjustments, and more.
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Whether you are an experienced forklift operator looking to improve your forklift training, a forklift operator who wants to teach others by obtaining your own forklift training skills, or a brand-new, inexperienced operator starting your forklift certification from the beginning, Carolina Industrial Trucks can help.
Our classes take students through every aspect of safe, careful, properly performed forklift operation. If you are sending employees for training, you will find that they are a huge boost to your business when they return. If you are looking for forklift operator training to add to your own resume, you have come to the right place.
Learn more 👉 https://citrucks.com/training/
There are over 2 million work-related accidents in the United States each year. If you own a small business, one of your main concerns should be educating your employees about safety.
For most production-based businesses, the use of forklifts is a must. These machines making moving heavy objects and loading trucks much easier. While these machines are beneficial, they can also be dangerous if not maintained properly.
Instead of letting forklift maintenance be neglected, you need to work hard to keep these machines running efficiently. Teaching forklift drivers about proper safety and maintenance procedures can be helpful when it comes to reducing work-related accidents.
The following are some of the things you need to consider for keeping your forklifts safe and functional.
Read more 👉 https://citrucks.com/blog/forklift-maintenance-tips-to-improve-safety-and-performance/
Today is National Stress Awareness Day.
Carolina Industrial Trucks can take the stress out of maintaining your forklift fleet.
Our Fleet Management plans will track your costs and show you optimum times to replace your parts. Let CIT handle the pre-emptive maintenance on your forklift, before it breaks down.
Click here to learn more 👉 https://citrucks.com/service/
For many professionals, forklift issues are detrimental to the smooth running of their business. But, unfortunately, as with any piece of machinery, problems are inevitable. 😡
However, there are specific issues you can investigate and detect yourself. Some even have simple solutions.
Of course, there's also the option of contacting a forklift repair company. Many companies have them on-site; others work under a maintenance service contract, or you might have to hire the services of a third-party company.
But, in this article, we're going to present several forklift troubleshooting tips. Hopefully, these will help you to identify the problems your machine is suffering from, as well as an appropriate solution. 👍
So, let's dive in!
Read more👇
https://citrucks.com/blog/7-helpful-forklift-troubleshooting-tips/
Did you remember to turn your clocks back last night?
Most smart devices do it for you automatically these days, but not all clocks automatically adjust.
Just don't allow your cars' clock to confuse you on the way to work tomorrow when for a moment you think you're going to be an hour early. 😆
Happy Halloween! 👻🕷🎃
Have a safe and spooky night, kids!
Thank you to the incredibly brave servicemen and servicewomen who are deployed, fighting for our safety and our freedom!
Also, we would like recognize the families who also sacrifice for the sake of our great nation.
We support you, and we love you! 🇺🇸
Who is ready for SPRING?
UniCarriers Platinum SCX Standup
LOAD CAPACITY
3,000 lbs to 4,000 lbs
POWER TYPE
36 VOLT
TIRE TYPE
Cushion Poly
Learn more 👉 https://citrucks.com/mt-content/uploads/2018/02/scx-standup-ac-elec.pdf
Everyone's normal vacation plans are most likely off the table at this time.. but we can still have some fun!
If you were planning a vacation for this summer, where would you be going?!
Today is Get to Know Your Customers Day!
We enjoy hearing from our customers, and want to know what you LOVE about Carolina Industrial Trucks! ❤️
When convenient, would you take a moment to leave us a comment or review? 😀
If you work, or are interested in working, in construction or the material handling industry, then you'll understand the importance of forklift safety. In this article, we'll review some of the most important forklift safety tips, so you can be ready to safely operate a forklift.
Have you recently started a position in the construction industry? Are you currently in training and working towards obtaining your license and certification to operate a forklift? If you're still learning how to operate a forklift, familiarizing yourself with forklift safety should be one of your top priorities.
Continue reading 👉 https://citrucks.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-forklift-safety/
"The time is always right to do what is right." -- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
