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The Anatomy of a Forklift Fork

Learn the anatomy of a forklift fork, from the blade to the carriage hooks. Master fork safety, maintenance, and ITA classes with ICHINEN USA. Read More

Ichinen USA
February 2, 2026
6 min read

Innovation in Forklift Forks: What’s Next for Safety and Durability

Discover the next generation of forklift forks. Explore innovations in materials science that are dramatically increasing durability and warehouse safety. Read More

Ichinen USA
December 11, 2025
6 min read

 Forklift Classifications Explained: The 7 Types You Need to Know

Choosing the right forklift for your job can seem intimidating. Our guide is designed to help choose which classification is right for you. Read More

Ichinen USA
November 14, 2025
7 min read

Protecting Your Investment: Proper Storage and Handling of Spare Forklift Forks

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

Ichinen USA
October 22, 2025
7 min read

Understanding OSHA Regulations for Forklift Arms and Attachments

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

Ichinen USA
October 3, 2025
6 min read

Forklift Arm Inspections: What You Need to Check Before Operation

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

Ichinen USA
September 2, 2025
6 min read

6 Industries Made More Efficient by Forklifts

Visit almost any industrial facility today – a bustling warehouse, a humming manufacturing plant, or a sprawling construction site – and you’ll quickly spot them: forklifts. The workhorses of the industrial world, forklifts glide, lift, and transport with an almost effortless grace, moving loads that would be impossible for humans to handle.  At ICHINEN USA,... Read More

Ichinen USA
July 18, 2025
5 min read

Why Fork Arm Maintenance is Critical for Safety and Efficiency

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

Ichinen USA
June 20, 2025
7 min read

Summer Maintenance Tips to Prevent Forklift Arm Damage

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

Ichinen USA
May 23, 2025
7 min read

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