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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
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
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
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
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
5 Signs Your Fork Arms Need Replacement
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
The Benefits of Forklifts for Warehousing
The warehousing industry is a pivotal part of the economy, vital to the core of what keeps the world moving. Because of this, modern warehouses everywhere face challenges like warehouse layouts, complex order management and inventory control requirements, and the ebbs and flows of the seasons. These challenges make efficient material handling even more crucial.... Read More
Common Forklift Safety Violations and How to Avoid Them
Whether your operation is in agriculture, construction, or manufacturing, forklifts are likely a crucial part of your daily business. Even the entertainment and live music industries rely on these versatile machines to lift, transport, and arrange the necessary elements for them to put on performances and hold festivals. Forklifts are versatile machines that enhance productivity... Read More
How Forklift Attachments Improve Safety in Construction
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