8 points to consider when buying a forklift

When buying a forklift for the first time, the criteria you should be aware of may not be clear to you. With this guide, you will know.

What kind of merchandise do you want to handle?

A good starting point is to analyze what kind of materials you are going to move. Be sure to review the following:

1. Goods: take into account the dimension and weight, two very significant aspects, to determine what type of forklift you need. Do you only work with goods of the same size or with varied and different dimensions that require more flexibility? Are the loads small individual items or bulky pallets?

2. Storage: how do you manage the stock of your products in the warehouse? FIFO processes (first in, first out) have different requirements than the LIFO process (last in, first out), for example.

3. Stacking: is it possible with the type of goods you work with? Check if your goods allow the pallets to be stacked on top of each other and/or on racks, or if you only need to transport them horizontally.

4. Shelving: What are the dimensions? Measure not only the height but also the thickness of your bookcases or shelves. This way, you know how high the stacker needs to climb to reach the highest level of the rack.

What is the design of your warehouse?

Do your operations take place inside the warehouse or outdoors? If you need forklifts to operate outdoors, you also need to make sure that they are able to work in different climatic conditions. Let's look at the design of your warehouse.

5. Ceilings: How high can the mast be raised? It doesn't just matter the height of the ceiling, but mainly the elements located below, such as pipes, sprinklers, and pipes. Always make sure to measure and take into account the lowest ceiling height.

6. Doors and docks: how tall and wide? Measure both to ensure that the selected stackers fit easily, without damaging the chassis or warehouse infrastructure.

7. Runners: Measure the width and length of all routes. Also, check the material and condition of the floor. what's it made of? Is it smooth and is there any slope?

8. Distance: do you need to travel long distances? Or do you simply need equipment to perform a simple material movement? Take the distance and frequency of driving into consideration.

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