EASTERN LIFT TRUCK CO., INC. BLOG
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Blog posts intended for informational purposes only. Eastern Lift Truck Co. is not responsible for any errors or omissions, nor should these truncated posts be considered complete or definitive commentaries. Individual user applications vary widely. There is no "one-size-fits-all" solution. Always consult your current sales/service provider (we hope it's us!) for a comprehensive review, prior to making any selections or changes to your operation.
MATERIALS HANDLING & STORAGE GLOSSARY: REVERSE STEERING
Traditional forklifts are set up with forward steering, based on the operator primarily travelling forks first, with the load out front.
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LIFT TRUCK INDUSTRIAL BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE DURING EXTENDED DOWNTIME
Proper industrial battery maintenance is critical to keep electric lift trucks running at optimum performance levels.
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RETAIL SERVICES OFFERS BALERS, COMPACTORS AND MORE!
The Retail Services Division of Eastern Lift Truck Co. provides baler & compactor and other sales and aftermarket care.
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CHANGING WAREHOUSE RACK LAYOUTS
Shifting consumer habits and labor shortages are forcing many companies to change how they operate and use their warehousing and manufacturing spaces.
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ONGOING TRAINING KEEPS US ON TOP OF OUR GAME
Safety and continuing education are ingrained into our culture at Eastern Lift Truck Co.
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SELECTIVE PALLET RACKS
Selective Pallet Racks are the most popular and versatile racking for palletized goods.
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WAREHOUSE DESIGN SOLUTIONS
The ELT Systems Group Division offers full turnkey solutions when it comes to warehouse design and automation projects.
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POLARIS GEM ELECTRIC LOW-SPEED VEHICLES (LSV) & SUSTAINABILITY
Eastern Lift Truck Co.’s Commercial Vehicles Division offers a variety of environmentally friendly Polaris GEM low-speed vehicles (LSVs) that will help you meet your sustainability goals, save you money and improve the overall safety of your city or campus.
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WAREHOUSE DOORS & LOADING DOCKS ARE A CRITICAL PART OF YOUR OPERATION!
Eastern Lift Truck Co. understands that your loading dock area is a critical part of your operation.
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AUTOMATION AND ISLANDS OF WORK
In both manufacturing, warehousing and logistics, operation teams are constantly looking on how to improve throughput and efficiency of how materials move throughout their building.
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PALLET RACK COMPONENTRY
Pallet racking has been around for many years. In the early 1900s, when forklifts were first introduced, businesses quickly realized they could gain more valuable storage space by expanding vertically (as opposed to extending their building horizontally) and place products and materials in racks.
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INTRODUCING THE NEWLY DESIGNED HYSTER AND YALE NARROW AISLE REACH TRUCKS!
The new Hyster and Yale Narrow Aisle Reach Trucks are here and our Sales team would like to introduce you to them.
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SIGNS THAT YOU MAY BE READY FOR AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS
It's a new era for warehouse and material handling automation and robotics and that means there are solutions for all different sizes and scope of operations.
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MAFI T 230e NEW ELECTRIC TERMINAL TRACTOR PRESS RELEASE
MAFI Transport-Systeme GmbH (MAFI) (Tauberbischofsheim, Germany) has announced the release of its newest product, the T 230e, an electric version of its popular diesel T 230 terminal tractor, a.k.a. yard truck. As MAFI’s distributor, Eastern Lift Truck Co., Inc. is excited to share this news and introduce you to the new T 230e, which will be available in Spring 2021.
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CONVEYOR AND SORTATION DESIGNS AND UPGRADES
Conveyor and sortation systems have been around for decades but with the passage of time the market has drastically changed, and technology has kept up with it.
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FINDING INEFFICIENCIES IN MATERIAL HANDLING
Our ELT Systems Group of experienced application engineers can design, manage and support all of your warehouse project needs.
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EASTERN LIFT TRUCK CO. IS YOUR BEST AND RELIABLE SOURCE FOR CERTIFIED USED EQUIPMENT!
Safe and reliable used equipment to match your company's needs.
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EASTERN LIFT TRUCK CO. IS NOW AN AUTHORIZED HOTSY AND FACTORY CAT DEALER!
Eastern is now an authorized dealer for Hotsy industrial pressure washers and Factory Cat, battery powered floor cleaners.
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MCCALL HANDLING CO. IS NOW EASTERN LIFT TRUCK CO., INC.
McCall Handling Co. is now Eastern Lift Truck Co., Inc.
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION TO ELT SYSTEMS GROUP
ELT Systems Group can assist you with all your Warehouse Solutions. We offer a variety of product offerings. Learn more here.
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MARIOTTI: MANUFACTURER OF SMALLEST ELECTRIC SIT-DOWN RIDER CELEBRATES 100 YEARS!
Mariotti celebrates 100th year in 2020! Learn more about these compact, versatile, yet powerful forklifts!
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National Forklift Safety Day 2020 and On-Line Training from Eastern Lift Truck Co.
Tomorrow is National Forklift Safety Day. This annual event is hosted by the Industrial Truck Association (ITA) and held in Washington D.C.
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Mobile Railcar Movers From Eastern Lift Truck Co.
Our Port, Rail & Intermodal (PRI) Division is an excellent source for new, used and rental mobile railcar movers, as well as related parts, service and training for all makes and models.
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Industrial Truck Association and Forklift Classifications
The Industrial Truck Association (ITA) is headquartered in Washington, DC, USA, and is the leading organization of industrial truck manufacturers and suppliers of component parts and accessories.
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Eastern Lift Truck Co. Receives 8th Consecutive MHEDA MVP Award
Eastern Lift Truck Co. has received the prestigious 2020 MHEDA MVP award, marking the 8th consecutive year the company has applied for and been bestowed the award.
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FORKLIFT CAB COVER AND ENCLOSURE OPTIONS
Are You Ready for Winter? Wet and Cold Weather is Upon Us...We Can Help Protect You!
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UL Ratings and Industrial Lift Truck Classifications
Find Out If Your Equipment Is UL Approved Within Your Facility
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WE HAVE THE FORKLIFT POWER SOLUTIONS TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS!
Not All Power Is The Same...
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Safety Procedures for Fork Extensions (Handling long, light loads)
Fork Extensions increase the versatility and load bearing power of equipment.
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Extend Your Industrial Battery Life with Single Point Watering Systems
By using Single Point Watering Systems on your industrial batteries you are...
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National Forklift Safety Day 2019
Today is National Forklift Safety Day, a day designed to remind and encourage anyone who works on or around forklifts to utilize on-going training and safety initiatives to keep operators and pedestrians safe.
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Proud To Provide Powered Industrial Truck Training to Dept of Veterans Affairs
Eastern Lift Truck Co., Inc. was honored to provide Powered Industrial Truck Training to members of the Department of Veteran Affairs.
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National Forklift Safety Day 2018
The Industrial Truck Association’s National Forklift Safety Day, recognized in June of every year, is a reminder to our industry to take safety and safety initiatives seriously, not only in June, but also year-round.
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National Forklift Safety Day 2017
There are many ways to improve safety at your workplace. Let Eastern Lift Truck Co. help you improve your safety and OSHA compliance.
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Increasing Pedestrian, Operator, and Equipment Safety with Aftermarket Parts from Eastern Lift Truck Co.
Eastern Lift Truck has many different aftermarket parts that will help forklift operators increase their safety. See our top five list below.
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Carbon Monoxide Emissions Testing & Inspections
Without proper air circulation, the exhaust from a single lift truck can sicken or even kill your employees.
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Top 10 Reasons Why Forklift Training and Certification are Necessary
Here are 10 reasons to schedule a forklift training and certification course today.
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