Fleet Management Blog

Running a building materials operation is no easy feat. Your customers depend on you to complete jobs on schedule, and if your equipment or commercial trucks are down, commitments are not met and other problems arise.

Warning: Not maintaining your forklift as soon as an issue arises can cost you a lot in the long run. What were once small problems can snowball into major issues, resulting in expensive repairs down the line.

When purchasing a new or used forklift, the goal is always to extend the life of the machine without incurring costly repairs. In order to do that, frequent inspections are necessary to ensure everything is working properly.

It’s coming to the end of the year, and if you still haven’t started claiming your tax savings for 2019 it’s time to begin as soon as possible. Luckily, there is still plenty of time to get your claims in for Section 179 Deduction.

For some businesses, it’s wiser to invest in a used forklift, enabling them to meet requirements while staying within budget. However, buying used material handling equipment comes with some risks all businesses should be aware of.

Is a new or used forklift in the cards for your business in 2020? Your material handling equipment will be an integral part of your operation for many years to come, so plan carefully.

When you’re looking to buy a new or used forklift for your business, it’s important to choose an experienced and professional dealer.

One of the most important purchasing decisions you can make for your warehouse is selecting the right forklift.

Waiting is an irritating but unavoidable part of life. How long do you have to wait for service when your vehicles need to be repaired?

Knowing when to service or replace units is like a superpower for a warehouse manager. This helps to run the fleet more efficiently, taking into account expenses and downtime.

When it comes to running an efficient warehouse, it’s important to know how the expenses break down. It’s hard to reduce spending or optimize costs if you’re not exactly sure where your money is going.

If you’re actively searching for a new material handling vehicle to replace an older one in your fleet, make sure you have all the info before you make your purchase. If you replace a vehicle too early, you risk lowering your ROI.

How does your organization decide when to replace the trucks in your fleet? Figuring out how to get the biggest return on your investment is an important task. After all, you don’t want to replace your vehicle too early if a simple repair can give it a few more years of life.

Do some of your vehicles need to be retired? Are you overusing some pieces of equipment and not using others enough? Which vehicles are costing you an arm and a leg in repair costs each year?

Imagine a perfect world: your warehouse operations would run smoothly every day, no vehicles would need any repairs, and all deliveries would be made on time — every time.

When you’re looking after warehouse operations, your day is a busy one. Schedules are tight and carefully orchestrated, and there is little room for leeway.