Blog Category:Resource Center/BLOG

Blog post - How to Get More from Your Material Handling Provider

How to Get More from Your Material Handling Provider

March 31st, 2021  | 
Resource Center/BLOGSystems & AutomationTraining

We do more than just rent, sell and service forklifts. We are full-service suppliers of material handling and logistical solutions. Simply put, we have the equipment, people, and expertise to...

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Blog post - Find the Best Equipment to Move, Carry or Tow

Find the Best Equipment to Move, Carry or Tow

February 18th, 2021  | 
Electric Utility VehiclesResource Center/BLOG

Electric Utility Vehicles are considered vital equipment in many industries. Companies use them to move maintenance staff, carry large loads of equipment, and tow heavy materials to worksites. The right electric utility vehicle with the right features is key to...

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Blog post - Forklift Forks: How to know when to replace

Forklift Forks: How to know when to replace

January 28th, 2021  | 
Resource Center/BLOGService

Depending on the use and application, metal forks can last years, but they don’t last forever. Knowing how to inspect your forklift forks and when to replace them is essential.  ...

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Blog post - Why You Need a Narrow Aisle Turret Truck

Why You Need a Narrow Aisle Turret Truck

January 18th, 2021  | 
Resource Center/BLOGSteinbock Turret Trucks

Sometimes a standard construction turret truck can't do the job on hand. If you run into that problem, Steinbock's EK-Series trucks, which includes a narrow aisle turret truck, might be...

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Blog post - Have You Checked Your Forklift Chains Lately?  

Have You Checked Your Forklift Chains Lately?  

January 15th, 2021  | 
PartsResource Center/BLOGService

Forklift chains are a necessary and important feature of a forklift. They lift thousands of pounds of material, and failure in any part of the forklift chain can cause a...

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Blog post - What Can Automated Forklifts Do for You?

What Can Automated Forklifts Do for You?

December 2nd, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Every company wants to improve efficiency, lower costs, and streamline operations. Handling repetitive tasks with automated forklifts is often the easiest way to accomplish all these things simultaneously.   Our...

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Blog post - Should you Rent or Buy a Scissor Lift?

Should you Rent or Buy a Scissor Lift?

October 21st, 2020  | 
RentalsResource Center/BLOG

Scissor and boom lifts are very popular in the material handling industry. Companies use them to perform a variety of jobs, including:   Safety inspections   Painting  Window washing and repair   Roller coaster maintenance   Tree trimming   Scoreboard maintenance   Building maintenance   General construction  And many others ...

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Blog post - What You Need to Know About Used Forklifts

What You Need to Know About Used Forklifts

September 30th, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOGUsed Forklifts

Are you in the market for used forklifts? Before you begin your search, ask yourself these questions first: How many hours do you currently use a forklift every day? Will...

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Blog post - Lithium Ion and Energy Solution Consultants

Lithium Ion and Energy Solution Consultants

August 31st, 2020  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

The material handling industry is constantly evolving to meet customer needs and demands. Here are two exciting developments in the material handling industry to be aware of before making your...

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Blog post - Forklift Service During COVID-19

Forklift Service During COVID-19

July 20th, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOGService

It's probably an understatement to say the COVID-19 pandemic has thrown us all for a loop. One of the main discussion points at Toyota Material Handling Solutions is continuing to provide excellent...

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Blog post - How Toyota Can Help Optimize Your Warehouse

How Toyota Can Help Optimize Your Warehouse

June 25th, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

In today's environment, many companies are rethinking how they do business. The new process might look like buying or renting a new building or reconfiguring an existing warehouse space. But what if the perfect solution is something you might not have thought about yourself? That's where we...

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Blog post - How to Optimize Your Forklift Fleet

How to Optimize Your Forklift Fleet

May 19th, 2020  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

Are you thinking about how you can use advanced technologies to increase productivity, lower costs, and optimize your forklift fleet? With material handling equipment and alternative energy sources evolving daily, how...

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Blog post - How You Can Benefit from Electric Forklifts 

How You Can Benefit from Electric Forklifts 

May 12th, 2020  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

If you're familiar with electric forklifts, you probably know the obvious reasons to add them to your fleet: low emissions, less maintenance, and lower overall costs. These are significant benefits...

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Blog post - Specials During COVID-19 Pandemic

Specials During COVID-19 Pandemic

April 5th, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOG

The global outbreak of COVID-19, or coronavirus, continues to evolve and disrupt many aspects of our daily lives. During these difficult and uncertain times, we want to remind you that...

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Blog post - Customer Spotlight: Hirsch Pipe & Supply 

Customer Spotlight: Hirsch Pipe & Supply 

April 3rd, 2020  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

Hirsch Pipe & Supply is a leading wholesale distributor of plumbing supplies with twenty stores in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego County. The company was founded in 1933 on the principle that superior service makes a difference.  ...

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Blog post - Earn Money Switching to Electric Forklifts

Earn Money Switching to Electric Forklifts

March 30th, 2020  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

It's a very different environment today than just a few weeks ago. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has many businesses worried about finances, the future, or, most likely, both. Thinking outside...

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Blog post - A Message During the COVID-19 Pandemic

A Message During the COVID-19 Pandemic

March 21st, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOG

Dear Valued Customers and Partners, The evolving situation with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has all our attention. Toyota Material Handling Solutions (TMHS) is open and focused on continuing to serve...

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Blog post - Learn About Lithium-Ion Forklift Batteries  

Learn About Lithium-Ion Forklift Batteries  

March 2nd, 2020  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

If you’ve noticed the recent buzz around lithium-ion batteries, there’s a reason for it. The small rechargeable batteries are in everyday consumer products and popular electric vehicles. If you have...

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Blog post - When to Service a Forklift

When to Service a Forklift

February 16th, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOGServiceToyota 360

Our motto for maintaining safe forklifts is: "When in doubt, check it out!" It's always a good idea to keep a regular service schedule for your forklift fleet, but occasionally,...

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Blog post - Forklift Tires: What You Need To Know

Forklift Tires: What You Need To Know

February 4th, 2020  | 
Resource Center/BLOGService

Just like an automobile, forklift tires significantly impact safety and performance. Knowing your options, what you need for your specific situation, and when to replace your tires is critical. Here’s...

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Blog post - Common Questions About Forklift Training

Common Questions About Forklift Training

December 30th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGTraining

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets and enforces standards to ensure we all work in safe and healthful conditions. There are significant consequences and fines for breaking OSHA's rules, so...

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Blog post - Do You Need an Electric or IC Forklift?

Do You Need an Electric or IC Forklift?

December 10th, 2019  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

Experts at Toyota Forklifts often share their knowledge through in-depth whitepapers. Toyota's nine-page white paper, Forklift Decisions and Responding to the Electric Trend, written in partnership with New Equipment Digest, examines the factors...

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Blog post - Can Forklift Ergonomics Help You Save Money?

Can Forklift Ergonomics Help You Save Money?

November 11th, 2019  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOG

Products made with the latest state-of-the-art forklift ergonomics are great for your employees. However, you might not realize they can also be great for your finances. Read on to learn how certain ergonomic...

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Blog post - How to Tell If You Need a New Forklift 

How to Tell If You Need a New Forklift 

November 6th, 2019  | 
Electric ForkliftsResource Center/BLOGUsed Forklifts

Forklifts are the workhorses of the material handling industry. A quality forklift lasts long, but unfortunately, they don’t last forever. Most business owners want to get the most out of...

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Blog post - How to Use 360 Support to Prevent Downtime 

How to Use 360 Support to Prevent Downtime 

October 21st, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGServiceToyota 360

If you’re in the manufacturing or distribution industry, you probably know that unplanned downtime is one of the worst things that can happen to a business. It often means productivity comes to a standstill. Nothing is being produced, packaged, or moved, but your overhead expenses...

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Blog post - Get Problem-Solving Guides from Toyota

Get Problem-Solving Guides from Toyota

September 25th, 2019  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOGToyota Production System

If you’re a Supply Chain Management Professional, you’ve probably got one thing on your mind: how to get products to market quickly and cost-effectively. Your job is hard. Toyota’s experts...

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Blog post - Customer Spotlight: G.E. Forwarders

Customer Spotlight: G.E. Forwarders

September 17th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOG

Shipping containers are the standard vessel to transfer goods by road, rail, and sea. They've been around for a long time and haven't changed much over the years for three...

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Blog post - Benefits of Toyota Electric Forklifts

Benefits of Toyota Electric Forklifts

September 5th, 2019  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOGUsed Forklifts

There are a lot of forklift brands, so how do you determine which one is best for your business and your forklift operators? There are many reasons to consider Toyota,...

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Blog post - Why You Need a Workplace Safety Program

Why You Need a Workplace Safety Program

August 19th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGTraining

Workplace safety and forklift training mean developing processes to eliminate personal injuries in the workplace. A well-thought-out safety program includes identifying hazards, evaluating workplace safety policies, and regularly training employees....

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Blog post - Finding the Bright Side of Automation 

Finding the Bright Side of Automation 

August 7th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Automation is a hot topic. More companies are increasingly turning to robotics and technology to automate processes to increase efficiency and create safer working environments. Definition of Automation So, what...

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Blog post - Forklift Safety Protects Your Bottom Line 

Forklift Safety Protects Your Bottom Line 

August 7th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGTraining

Every company has a moral and legal obligation to keep its workers safe. Many companies have an ongoing forklift safety program, but some don't prioritize safety. Especially when money is...

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Blog post - Can Automation Create Engaged Employees?

Can Automation Create Engaged Employees?

June 10th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Automation is getting a lot of attention lately. We are fascinated with the rise of self-driving cars and robots delivering packages right to our homes. Plant and warehouse managers who...

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Blog post - Reasons to Follow Your Forklift Service Plan

Reasons to Follow Your Forklift Service Plan

May 13th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGService

Like any machinery, forklifts need service to keep running in optimal condition. Keeping up with regular forklift service is critical to your business operations. Check out the top three reasons...

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Blog post - Solid Non-Marking Tires for Retail

Solid Non-Marking Tires for Retail

May 9th, 2019  | 
PartsResource Center/BLOG

The success of your business is tied to its visual appeal. Your customers expect a clean and visually enticing storefront, but traditional forklift tires often leave tread marks even when...

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Blog post - How to Find Forklift Trip Points

How to Find Forklift Trip Points

May 2nd, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGTraining

In the material handling industry, falling or tripping can turn out to be a lot more than just an embarrassing moment in front of co-workers and friends.  Especially when forklifts...

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Blog post - What You Need to Know About Toyota Forklift Training

What You Need to Know About Toyota Forklift Training

April 22nd, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGTraining

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration, or OSHA, requires anyone who operates a forklift to undergo forklift operator safety training. Any individual must also get certified on every type of...

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Blog post - ProMat 2019 Recap: The Latest Material Handling Equipment & Technology

ProMat 2019 Recap: The Latest Material Handling Equipment & Technology

April 22nd, 2019  | 
EventsResource Center/BLOG

ProMat 2019 has officially wrapped. Over 45,000 manufacturing and supply chain professionals were in attendance for the industry's largest conference, held April 8-11th at Chicago's McCormick Place convention center. This...

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Blog post - The Best of the Best – Toyota Genuine Parts

The Best of the Best – Toyota Genuine Parts

February 28th, 2019  | 
PartsResource Center/BLOG

The best way to maximize the value of your Toyota Forklift is by replacing its parts with the originals. Spare parts seem like a commodity you purchase without much thought,...

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Blog post - What Are Critical Spare Parts?

What Are Critical Spare Parts?

February 14th, 2019  | 
PartsResource Center/BLOG

Keeping too large of an inventory of spare parts on hand can hinder both your budget and the physical operating space of your business.  But what happens if your forklift...

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Blog post - The Toyota Value Story

The Toyota Value Story

February 8th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGToyota Production System

Engineering Engineering and innovation excellence are Toyota trademarks when it comes to forklifts.  Each part, component, or attachment in a Toyota forklift is designed to help increase productivity and uptime. ...

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Blog post - Valuing the Toyota Production System

Valuing the Toyota Production System

February 7th, 2019  | 
Resource Center/BLOGToyota Production System

For decades, Toyota has been a leading supplier of innovative forklifts –– one in every five forklifts around the world is a Toyota.  The quality, durability, reliability and overall value...

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Blog post - Toyota’s Environmental Focus

Toyota’s Environmental Focus

December 14th, 2018  | 
EnvironmentResource Center/BLOG

Protecting the Environment Toyota has an incredibly rich history of environmental care.  No other forklift manufacturer, nor many companies in general, can match Toyota’s history of protecting the environment while...

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Blog post - Cold Room Forklift and the Battle Against Condensation

Cold Room Forklift and the Battle Against Condensation

November 1st, 2018  | 
Cold StorageResource Center/BLOG

Operating forklifts in cold storage facilities can often present several challenges that can limit the success of a company’s operations. To make sure you have the best facility design and...

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Blog post - The Benefits of Leasing a Toyota Forklift 

The Benefits of Leasing a Toyota Forklift 

September 17th, 2018  | 
Financial ServicesResource Center/BLOG

Adding a Toyota forklift or a fleet of forklifts to your operation can have a major return on investment (ROI) for companies that carefully do their homework and get the...

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Blog post - Learn About Toyota 360 Support

Learn About Toyota 360 Support

September 6th, 2018  | 
Resource Center/BLOGToyota 360

Toyota Forklifts are Built to be the Best Improving the efficiency and productivity of tens of thousands of businesses, Toyota Forklifts have been recognized as the world’s best-selling forklifts since...

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