Blog Category:Productivity

Blog post - Do You Need a Facility Energy Audit?

Do You Need a Facility Energy Audit?

April 30th, 2023  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOG

A facility energy audit is when a knowledgeable and reliable person from an experienced material handling solutions provider assesses your energy use and facility layout. The goal is to find...

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Blog post - Tora-Max Walkie Pallet Jack and Stacker

Tora-Max Walkie Pallet Jack and Stacker

April 17th, 2023  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

When you're working hard, you want equipment that won't shy away from a challenge. The all-new Compact, Second-Generation Electric Walkie Pallet Jack and Tora-Max Walkie Stacker help transport materials quickly...

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Blog post - FAQs About Watering a Forklift Battery

FAQs About Watering a Forklift Battery

March 17th, 2023  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

With your forklift battery representing a significant investment, it's important to take the necessary steps to ensure optimal performance. Regular maintenance is critical - but don't worry; this doesn't have to...

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Blog post - Opportunity Charging Benefits in the Warehouse

Opportunity Charging Benefits in the Warehouse

March 6th, 2023  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOG

Being in a warehouse and running forklifts through multiple shifts a day can be an extremely taxing job. You need to take time to charge and let them cool down,...

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Blog post - Tuning Forklifts for Optimal Performance

Tuning Forklifts for Optimal Performance

March 3rd, 2023  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGServiceUsed Forklifts

When it comes to forklifts, there’s no such thing as a one-size fits all. After all, what works for a small mom-and-pop retail store may not work as well for...

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Blog post - Why Buy a Toyota Electric Forklift?

Why Buy a Toyota Electric Forklift?

February 20th, 2023  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

As part of its climate change mitigation efforts, California plans to lead the nation in transitioning all new forklifts away from fossil fuels and towards zero-emission models. The California Air...

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Blog post - How to Decide if LIB or LAB is Right for You

How to Decide if LIB or LAB is Right for You

January 31st, 2023  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

As environmental considerations and fluctuating oil prices continue to push consumers toward alternatives to traditional internal combustion engines, material handling operations increasingly look toward electric equipment solutions. Lead acid battery...

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Blog post - Problem Solving Through Toyota Lean Management

Problem Solving Through Toyota Lean Management

January 30th, 2023  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGToyota Production System

Albert Einstein once wrote, “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” Simply put, coming up with creative and innovative solutions to problems...

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Blog post - FAQs About Forklift Batteries

FAQs About Forklift Batteries

January 3rd, 2023  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

When selecting a forklift battery, choosing the best option for your business needs is essential. There are two common types of forklift batteries, each with advantages and disadvantages. Here are...

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Blog post - Six Tips for Effective Order Picking

Six Tips for Effective Order Picking

December 27th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Order picking is one of the most critical processes in a warehouse. It is a complex task that requires speed, accuracy, and efficiency to ensure the right products get to...

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Blog post - Five Reasons to Purchase a New Forklift

Five Reasons to Purchase a New Forklift

November 30th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOG

A forklift is an indispensable piece of equipment for any business that needs to move heavy materials around. If you are in the market for a forklift, here are five...

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Blog post - Four Reasons to Rent a Forklift

Four Reasons to Rent a Forklift

November 7th, 2022  | 
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If you are in the market for a forklift, you may wonder if you should buy or rent one. Both sides have pros and cons, but in general, renting a...

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Blog post - Which Tora-Max Electric Walkie is Right for You?

Which Tora-Max Electric Walkie is Right for You?

July 31st, 2022  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

If you are in the market for a Toyota Tora-Max Electric Walkie Pallet Jack, there are two choices – the regular walkie and the compact walkie. Let’s look at the...

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Blog post - Top 4 Internal Combustion Forklifts

Top 4 Internal Combustion Forklifts

July 8th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGUsed Forklifts

Toyota offers a full line of material handling equipment including hand pallet jacks, electric forklifts, Internal Combustion (IC) forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, hand pallet jacks and stackers, and more....

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Blog post - Nine Forklift Products for Workplace Safety  

Nine Forklift Products for Workplace Safety  

June 14th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGTraining

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the top five places people get injured in the warehouse are docks, forklifts, conveyors, materials and storage, and mechanical lifting and handling.   A...

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Blog post - 11 Tips to Increase Forklift Safety

11 Tips to Increase Forklift Safety

June 13th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGTraining

It's no secret that forklift safety is essential for operators and pedestrians. These frightening statistics from The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) show just how crucial it is:   OSHA's...

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Blog post - What is a Forklift Provider Facility Energy Audit and Why do I Need One?

What is a Forklift Provider Facility Energy Audit and Why do I Need One?

June 5th, 2022  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

A facility energy audit is an opportunity to have an experienced, trusted representative from your local material handling solutions provider come to your facility and look for opportunities where you...

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Blog post - Signs Your Forklift Should Retire

Signs Your Forklift Should Retire

May 29th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGUsed Forklifts

Your forklifts put in work day-in and day-out moving product and lifting and moving your business forward. The day will come when you lose time and money because the truck...

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Blog post - What is a Site Survey and What can it Tell You About Your Operations?

What is a Site Survey and What can it Tell You About Your Operations?

May 15th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOG

What is a Site Survey? A site survey is when a trained warehouse consultant visits a workspace to help maximize the business’ workplace through racking, equipment, and a multitude of...

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Blog post - Which Forklift Energy Source is Right for Your Shift Cycle?

Which Forklift Energy Source is Right for Your Shift Cycle?

April 30th, 2022  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOG

Do your forklifts ever get a break? And for how long? This is one of the most important factors in determining the right energy source for your forklifts. And it...

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Blog post - A Guide to High-Capacity Forklift Attachments

A Guide to High-Capacity Forklift Attachments

April 25th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOG

Not all customers have to move heavy loads, but sometimes they have to move things such as tires, coils, or misshapen objects that can’t be moved using traditional forks. In...

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Blog post - Ask the Expert Series: Pallet Racking

Ask the Expert Series: Pallet Racking

March 30th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Got questions about which pallet rack system is suitable for your application? We have answers. In this post of our Ask the Expert Series, Director of Sales and Marketing Anthony...

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Blog post - Ask the Expert Series: Warehouse Slotting

Ask the Expert Series: Warehouse Slotting

March 14th, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Order fulfillment times have a direct correlation to customer satisfaction and overall profits. Both are at risk if you do not have a well-thought-out slotting process in your warehouse or...

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Blog post - Order Picking Solutions: Ask the Expert Series

Order Picking Solutions: Ask the Expert Series

February 21st, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

It is no secret that managing a warehouse or distribution center today is a challenge, primarily if you rely on manual processes. Adding order picking fulfillment technologies can help.  ...

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Blog post - Cube Utilization: Ask the Expert Series  

Cube Utilization: Ask the Expert Series  

February 1st, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Do you want to get more out of your warehouse space, save money and be more efficient? Maximizing your warehouse cube utilization is the key.   In this part of our...

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Blog post - Ask the Expert Series: Robotic Palletizing

Ask the Expert Series: Robotic Palletizing

January 3rd, 2022  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

In this blog post, Toyota Material Handling Solutions’ Director of Sales and Marketing Anthony Spano answers frequently asked questions about robotic palletizing systems and solutions.   Anthony has a decade...

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Blog post - What can Autonomous Mobile Robots do for you?

What can Autonomous Mobile Robots do for you?

December 13th, 2021  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Have you wondered if you should utilize autonomous mobile robots in your warehouse or distribution center? Well, you are not alone.   The use of autonomous mobile robots to improve efficiency in warehouses and distribution centers is undoubtedly on...

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Blog post - Narrow Aisles: How to Move Wide Loads

Narrow Aisles: How to Move Wide Loads

December 9th, 2021  | 
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Nothing can be more challenging than moving and lifting wide loads in narrow aisles. A forklift driver operating a standard forklift will undoubtedly need to make a lot of small,...

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Blog post - FAQs About Toyota 360 Support and Support Plus 

FAQs About Toyota 360 Support and Support Plus 

November 12th, 2021  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGServiceToyota 360

You might have heard of Toyota 360 Support, but do you know what it is? How about the differences between Toyota 360 Support and Toyota 360 Support Plus? It's not...

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Blog post - How to Apply Toyota Lean Management to Your Business 

How to Apply Toyota Lean Management to Your Business 

October 7th, 2021  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGToyota Production System

Have you wondered if the principles of Toyota Lean Management (TLM) could apply to your business? There is much information on the subject in books and the internet, but why...

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Blog post - How to Set Up a Forklift Maintenance Schedule

How to Set Up a Forklift Maintenance Schedule

October 7th, 2021  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityResource Center/BLOGServiceToyota 360

Most people know regular service is vital for a safe and reliable car. The same goes for forklifts. Setting up a regular forklift maintenance schedule for your forklift fleet can...

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Blog post - Upgrade your Warehouse for Maximum Efficiency

Upgrade your Warehouse for Maximum Efficiency

August 16th, 2021  | 
ProductivityResource Center/BLOGSystems & Automation

Distribution and fulfillment centers are always looking for ways to maximize operational productivity and efficiency. The current COVID-19 pandemic, increasing e-commerce sales, and a limited labor pool have only intensified...

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Blog post - Five Narrow Aisle Forklift Solutions 

Five Narrow Aisle Forklift Solutions 

August 2nd, 2021  | 
Electric ForkliftsProductivityReach TrucksResource Center/BLOG

With warehouse space at a premium, the need to fit more products into the same area is critical. The most common fix to this problem is redesigning an existing warehouse...

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Blog post - Advance Industrial Floor Care Equipment

Advance Industrial Floor Care Equipment

May 13th, 2021  | 
Industrial Cleaning EquipmentProductivityResource Center/BLOG

We’re proud to announce we now carry the Advance brand of innovative commercial and industrial floor cleaning equipment. Advance, part of the Nilfisk Group, has manufactured floor care cleaning equipment...

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Blog post - Move, Carry or Tow – Your Choice, Part II

Move, Carry or Tow – Your Choice, Part II

April 8th, 2021  | 
Electric Utility VehiclesProductivityResource Center/BLOG

As we mentioned in Move, Carry or Tow – Your Choice, Part I, electric utility vehicles are considered vital equipment in many industries. However, with so many choices, getting the right utility vehicle with the...

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Blog post - Problem-Solving Guides from Toyota

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 - 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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