Whilst trying to find a hyster forklift in and around Southampton SO19 it may be worth knowing that handling time can often be reduced by using satellite storage and retrieval systems in conjunction with an existing forklift truck fleet.

While you are researching a hyster forklift in and around Southampton SO19 check the state of the forks on any second hand forklift you look at. Bent forks may need to be replaced. The best way to check this is simply to put the mast in a vertical position and lower the forks to the floor. Once at the floor use a tape to check that both fork tips are the same height from the ground.

Whilst looking for a hyster forklift in and around Southampton SO19 remember that a 600mm (2ft) load centre means the maximum length of the load should not be more than 1200mm (4ft). It is also worth remembering that the lift capacity decreases as the load length increases.

While investigating a hyster forklift in and around Southampton SO19 be aware that a worn steer axle on a second-hand forklift can make it difficult to manoeuvre and be expensive to repair. Check the wheels and if they are not perpendicular to the ground this might be a problem.

Whilst investigating a hyster forklift in and around Southampton SO19 remember that safety can be improved by looking for a low dashboard that allows better sight of the fork tips.