Forklift Maintenance

In this article, you’ll learn: Keeping spare forklift fork arms and fork arm attachments on the worksite is essential to ensuring your warehouse, construction site, or packaging facility stays flexible. With spare parts on hand, operators and technicians can make quick swaps for specialized attachments or take immediate action by replacing damaged sets, preventing costly... Read More

In this article, you’ll learn: These days, there’s hardly a warehouse or construction site in America that is not using forklifts. In fact, no matter your industry, if it’s in logistics of some kind, you can be assured that there will be at least one forklift on site. These versatile machines lift, move, and stack... Read More

Operating a forklift requires a pre-operation inspection, every shift. ICHINEN USA put together this quick checklist to inspect your fork arms. Read More

Did you know that every year an average of 87 workplace deaths are caused by forklifts? These accidents happen for many reasons and unfortunately improper maintenance is often one of them. Forklifts are crucial tools on any worksite in almost every industry, from manufacturing to entertainment because of their ability to lift and transport heavy... Read More

When forklift arm damage occurs, it doesn’t just stop your material handling operations; it impacts productivity, frustrates teams, and can create serious forklift safety hazards.  Heading into the demanding summer months, businesses need to take a proactive approach through dedicated forklift maintenance. Implementing targeted routines to safeguard these vital components is far better than reacting... Read More

Any manufacturing, warehouse, or construction worker understands the importance of maintaining the equipment on their worksite, ensuring safety and productivity. Forklifts and their accessories are no different. It may be common practice to maintain and inspect the forklift itself, but did you know that forklift arms also need to be replaced? Forklifts are arguably the... Read More

Forklifts have become an essential part of the construction industry. You would be hard-pressed to find a construction site today that did not have at least one forklift operating on it. Not only do they make it possible for workers to safely and efficiently lift their loads, but they are also necessary for transporting and... Read More

Mother Nature can adversely affect all types of equipment, including forklifts, no matter the time of year. Cold weather in the winter can freeze vital engine components and attachments, and warm weather in the summer can lead to overheating.  Preventative maintenance is the best defense against weather conditions, preventing costly repairs and ensuring safety and... Read More