Archive: Forklift Basics

This weeks blog provides some simple tips to follow to ensure safe operation of forklifts. They are a good starting point to support workplace health and safety guidelines.

Purchasing a forklift can be very expensive. Due to the large capital outlay it is imperative that nothing is overlooked before a purchase is made.
This week’s blog looks at some considerations that are commonly overlooked in the forklift purchase process.

We look at important topics regarding EWP’s including licensing, safety and operations.

A forklift’s centre of gravity changes as the machine performs certain tasks.

Advantages Agria forklifts can offer to owners particularly in the mining, agriculture and construction industries.

This blog post will look at one of the most readily used positioning attachments: side-shift.

A look at the different types of forklift masts available including: 2, 3 and 4 stage masts as well as container masts.

A look at laden and unladen container handlers.

Choosing the right forklift is important for your business. It affects everything from operation costs, productivity, employee morale and stock management.

A sideloader does exactly what its title suggests. It loads and unloads from the side of machine.