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At the recent Partners in Prevention Ontario Health & Safety Conference and Trade Show, Liftow’s Lisa Berkeley and Neelam Hakim take advantage of a photo op with Meg Ruffman, (comedian, actress and home improvement host of A Repair to Remember) who spoke at the show on tool safety and the importance of getting kids involved. Meg has just entered into a new partnership with Lowe’s Canada, where she will be producing a video series of projects and downloadable plans that families can build together. www.lowes.ca/kidsvideos .
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Forklift safety begins even before you start operating your forklift. It’s important that you carefully test and inspect your forklift at the beginning of every shift to ensure that it is in proper working order. Inspecting your forklift will help you identify potential issues that may compromise the safety of your forklift. Here are five forklift safety checks to perform before operating your lift truck:
1. Check to See that All Gauges Work
First, make sure that your forklift’s information system is accurately reporting basic information such as fuel level and oil level. Before starting any work, also make sure that the speedometer and tachometer are both working properly.
2. Inspect the Tires
Second, make sure that your tires are inflated to the appropriate levels as indicated by the forklift and tire manufacturers. Also look for signs of punctures, air leaks, or excessive tread wear.
3. Test all Lights
Next, make sure to test all lights on your forklift. If your forklift includes headlights, overhead lights, and turn signals, make sure that these are properly functioning. Replace burnt bulbs and fuses before using the forklift again.
4. Check Oil and Fluid Levels
Next, make sure that your forklift has adequate hydraulic fluid, powershift oil, and mechanical oil. These fluids are essential to safe and proper performance, so you should never use a forklift that does not have enough. In many cases, your information system will report low levels of oil and fluid, allowing you to check these concerns more efficiently.
5. Test Your Brakes
Pumping your brakes a few times should help you determine whether your brake lines are in good condition, or whether you need more brake fluid. It is absolutely essential that you repair any brake problems before using a forklift.
If you notice a problem with your forklift, have it serviced by a forklift repair maintenance professional at Liftow Limited. Call us 24/7 at (866) 626-4299 for factory-trained service technicians in the Toronto area.
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When you purchase or lease a forklift from Liftow Limited, you can expect high-quality performance and durability. But like all equipment, forklifts require occasional servicing from a lift truck service and repair expert. But how will you know that your forklift needs service? Here are four signs to look out for when using your lift truck.
1. A Warning Light on the Information Panel
The most obvious sign that you need forklift maintenance is a warning sign from the information panel. Your forklift’s information system should inform you in the event that your engine is experiencing problems, you need an oil change, or your tire pressure is too low. Your information panel may be different (or even nonexistent) so be mindful of other changes in forklift performance or behavior as well.
2. Spongy Breaks
Just like in an automobile, your forklift’s breaks are the most important pieces of safety equipment you can have. If your brakes are starting to get soft or weak, have your brakes, fluid, and brake lines inspected right away.
3. Strange Exhaust Fumes
Many modern forklifts are much cleaner burning and environmentally friendly than ever before. If you use a gas- or diesel-powered forklift, pay attention to unusual exhaust fumes. These fumes may be a sign of engine problems, and can also impact the health of the driver and others. If you begin to feel sick or nauseas on your forklift, stop the forklift and step away from the vehicle immediately.
4. Oil Stains Below Parked Forklifts
If you notice staining on the ground after parking your forklift for long periods of time, you may have a hidden fuel, fluid, or oil leak in your forklift. This may be linked to other performance issues you may have noticed such as difficulty steering, poor fuel efficiency, or spongy breaks. Make sure to continually monitor your oil levels to ensure peak performance.
For expert forklift maintenance and repair, contact the service department at Liftow Limited today by calling (866) 626-4299.
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On Wednesday, April 4th our co-worker and friend Dave Glover passed away from a double lung transplant failure. Dave joined the Liftow team in 2004 as a service technician, working out of our head office. For those who knew him, he was hard working and had a great sense of humour. He will forever be known as someone who was full of opinion, loved to joke and laugh.
Liftow wishes to offer our condolences to Dave's wife, Esther, along with his children Terry, Tanya, Garett, Jason, his seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Dave was a gentle giant whose heart was as big as his personality. Fond memories, laughs and stories will be shared for all who were lucky enough to know him.
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Forklifts are used, at some level or another, in nearly every industry you can think of across North America. Companies have a wide range of forklifts they could choose from, but have consistently chosen Toyota propane forklifts to keep their businesses running smoothly, efficiently, and safely.
This video from the Propane Education & Research Council demonstrates the use of propane fuel at Marietta Corporation. You’ll learn why they exclusively use Toyota propane forklifts at their facility, and what some of the benefits they’ve experienced are.
For a great selection of propane forklifts from Toyota, call Liftow Limited today at (866) 626-4299. We carry a great selection of new and used Toyota forklifts, ready to ship to you today!
