When you are investigating Forklifts in and around herefordshire bear in mind that in the forklift trade, as in the motorcar industry, there is a “grey market”. This is the sale of forklifts imported into the UK from foreign markets. The main problem with these units is that they look the same as UK models but most dealers can’t support them as parts are different to those on UK models and are therefore difficult and expensive to source.

While you are researching Forklifts in and around herefordshire be aware that a second hand electric forklift could have a battery with a bad cell. This does not always mean that the battery needs to be changed as it is sometimes possible to just replace the damaged cell. Replacing a single cell is much less expensive than fitting a new battery but if more than one cell needs to be replaced it is usually not cost-effective to replace them.

If you are researching Forklifts in and around herefordshire you might like to know that that gas and diesel forklift engines are similar to that of normal motor car engines. Therefore a traditional mechanic can carry out repair and maintenance work, whereas an electric truck will need a specifically trained technician.

Whilst you are looking for Forklifts in and around herefordshire you might like to be aware that employers who operate forklift trucks need to carry out risk assessments and have clear procedures in place for their operation.

Tip - If you are researching Forklifts near herefordshire you might not be aware that LPG gas fuel is probably the easiest option for most users – fuel is supplied in gas bottles and is easy and quick to use, whereas with diesel you will need access to a diesel pump and for battery trucks you need a proper charging unit and to manage charging down-time.