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Lowell Massachusetts

May, 20th

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For many companies, a forklift is an essential piece of equipment. However, finding the correct local forklift-industrial truck dealers to suit your needs may take a little consideration. First you have to decide if you want to rent the particular forklift you need or if you would like to buy a new or reconditioned forklift. Certainly, if you are using the piece of equipment frequently and for long periods of time, you will want to go ahead and purchase one outright. It is also important to know which type of forklift you need and decide if you want an electric or gas powered motor. Electric motors are ideal for inside jobs and gas powered will generally work better for outside jobs. When it comes to inside jobs, a narrow aisle lift truck is perfect for maneuvering the tight spaces and narrow aisles of many warehouses. Although useful for tight spaces, these forklifts are not designed for high speeds or really heavy loads. If the forklift will be used for heavy construction work, you will want to look at the rough terrain types. These types of forklifts will have gas powered motors and pneumatic tires, plus they will be able to travel at greater speeds than the smaller forklifts built for warehouse work. Another type of lift truck to consider is a telescopic handler. These types of lift trucks are kind of cross between a forklift and a crane and are very useful for agriculture and manufacturing jobs.

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After deciding on the proper piece of equipment for your needs, you will want to consider price. Forklifts are a big investment for your company, before making a decision it would be a good idea to compare the various local forklift-industrial truck dealers and decide if you can or afford to purchase new or need to consider a reconditioned forklift. Buying a good used forklift can be a smart investment. Taking the time to properly inspect the forklift will pay off. It is important to inspect the hydraulics and make sure they are in good working condition. Take the forklift for a test drive around the dealers yard, be sure to run it through the various gears and check for smooth handling. Make sure it has the ability to lift the loads you need it to. Also, examine the maintenance records if they are available and check for leaks just like you would when buying a used car. Any kind of leak in the transmission, motor or radiator is not a good sign. Of course check the brakes while carrying a load. If the forklift does not stop smoothly they will need to be checked. Lastly, look for uneven wear on the tires, indicating axle misalignment.