Your guide to finding your perfect match forklift
At Hyworth Forklifts, we have a variety of forklifts that are suitable for different workplace situations. This blog, paired with our perfect match tool, will help you determine which forklift model will be best to ensure your workplace is equipped for maximum productivity. To help you pinpoint which model will best suit the unique demand […]
Five ways to prevent a forklift tip-over
Just the thought of your forklift tipping over during operation can be frightening. Forklifts are large and heavy machines that can have severe consequences if they were to tip. Not only would such an accident cause serious damage to your forklift, costing your business thousands of dollars in repairs, it could also place yourself or […]
Here are six surefire ways to improve forklift safety
With 1 in 6 workplace deaths involving a forklift, roughly 70% of which are preventable, the logic is straightforward: When operating a forklift, safety should be your number one priority.
Six reasons to do your research before you buy a forklift
Whether you’re looking to buy your first forklift or you’re looking to upgrade your existing fleet, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Like with any major purchase decision, prior research is essential to ensure you receive the best value for your money. Research allows you to explore all the options available to […]
Seven reasons why long-term hire could be the most cost-effective solution for your business
Our team is yet to meet a business owner that doesn’t want to avoid the large upfront cost of purchasing a brand new forklift. Over the years we’ve seen an increasing number of businesses switching to long-term hires. This is because it is a cost-saving and flexible alternative to buying their fleet. Long-term hire is […]
Five questions to ask before buying or hiring a forklift
Buying or hiring forklift for the first time can seem overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what questions you should be asking to get the answers you need. Asking the right questions at each stage of your forklift hunt can significantly increase your chances of getting the best value for your money and securing the […]
Hiring a forklift vs buying- The pro’s and con’s revealed
Forklifts play an essential role in many workplaces. Forklift selection comes with the option to hire, buy new or buy used, which means pricing is flexible, but how can you ensure you’re receiving the best value for money? To make sure you have all the information to make the right financial decision for your business, […]
Which forklift license will I need … LF or LO?
A forklift may seem like an easy item of machinery to operate but aside from knowing how to work it according to the task, there are a lot of health and safety considerations involved. Some of the hazards include: Operating beyond a safe speed, particularly while turning Carrying unbalanced loads Carrying loads that exceed the […]
Five benefits of forklift training for your team
Imagine if one of your employees had a forklift-related accident at your workplace. Your first thought would be that you hope everyone is okay. With your employees safe and accounted for, your next thought would be replacing the forklift and implementing strict safety procedures to avoid any potential damage to your business’ reputation. What could […]
Four Key Ways to Optimise Warehouse Productivity
In fact, around 60 percent of forklift purchases are electric and the trend is continuing. We’d like to explain why…