When searching for Forklifts in and around Leicestershire ensure you get a good demonstration of the machine you are considering, especially if you are looking at a used forklift. Driving a forklift around a car park for a few minutes is not comparable with using it in your warehouse. Arrange for a proper demonstration at your premises for a fixed period of time in order to give you the chance to identify any problems it may have.

Whilst searching for Forklifts in and around Leicestershire it is worth knowing that a well-maintained electric forklift battery has an estimated life of 5-7 years however they can often last as long as ten years. But the life expectancy will be considerably reduced if it is consistently run hard and not given enough time to cool down.

When looking for Forklifts in and around Leicestershire you will need to purchase a forklift that can handle the heaviest load you deal with irrespective of how infrequently that load weight occurs.

While you are researching Forklifts in and around Leicestershire you might wish to know that a worker had to have a leg amputated after it was crushed when the forklift he was driving toppled over when it hit a pothole. It was later found that he had not received any training in driving the forklift.

Tip – When you are looking for Forklifts in and around Leicestershire you should be aware that charging units are available to allow you to charge your electric truck from a 13amp socket. However, these are very slow and are really only suitable for very light usage – and hour or so a day.