Month: May 2021

Forklift Safety Day 2021, What You Can Do to Celebrate

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The Industrial Truck Association has announced Forklift Safety Day, to be held Tuesday, June 8. While most of us won’t be able to attend the DC festivities as they are virtual due to Covid 19, there are things you can do to take advantage of this day to help create awareness about the dangers that forklifts present and how to minimize the potential for accidents that can result in injury or death, damage to your facility, equipment and financial losses.

We’ve compiled a short list of things you can do to improve safety on and around your forklifts, and create more attention to forklift safety.

Forklift Operator Training

Make sure all your forklift operators have been trained and that their refresher training is up to date, if applicable or necessary.

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Pedestrian Training

Take some time to gather any staff that operates around forklifts, but not on them, to refresh them about the dangers of this equipment and how to be sure to use safe procedures when they are in an area of your facility where forklifts are being operated.

Forklift Maintenance

Make sure all your forklift’s maintenance is up to date. If you have a Planned Maintenance Agreement, this would be a good time to review it with your service provider to ensure all standard checkpoints as well as unique equipment attachments are being inspected and maintained properly.

Make sure you forklifts have proper safety equipment and that it’s operating properly. Lights, horns, back-up alarms, seat belts, fire extinguishers etc… 

Make sure you have lock-out kits to ensure that forklifts that do not pass an inspection are locked out immediately until repairs are made.

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Site-Specific Review

Review any unique “site specific” features your facility may have and be sure your operators are aware of proper handling of equipment while on or around these features (ramps, areas where floors can be slick, floor substrates that vary etc…)

Forklift Operator Training

Make sure that training is part of your company’s orientation for anyone that will or MIGHT operate a forklift. Remember, employees that have not been properly trained aren’t even allowed to sit on and start a forklift, much less move it out of the way of anything.

Forklift Fleet Analysis

Review all your forklifts for possible replacement. Old forklifts, or those that are getting “up there” in hours, might be potential threats. Review safety records and maintenance logs for your equipment. You might find this could be a good time to replace some or even all of your forklifts.-

Our goal is to help you operate safe, efficient and productive forklift equipment. To discuss forklift safety, operator training – or to get a quote on new equipment, please contact us at 800-322-5438.

Taylor Machine Works Cushion Tire Forklifts

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When people think of Taylor Machine Works, they often think of their behemoth pneumatic tire forklifts used in lumber, logging, concrete, port operations and more. But Taylor also has a very extensive line-up of cushion tire models perfect for smooth surfaces.

Taylor XHC-600L, 60,000lb. Capacity Cushion Tire Forklift

Taylor’s XHC (pictured above) is perfect for steel, rigging, aluminum, automotive and more. Powered by a Cummins Tier 4 Electronic Diesel engine that drives 175 HP, and lift’s 60,000lbs to a height of 130″ with its 2-stage telescopic mast.

Taylor XHC-250S, 25,000lb. Capacity Cushion Tire Forklift

So maybe you don’t need 60,000lbs. of lifting, Taylor’s XHC-250S provides plenty of muscle with its 25,000lb. capacity, driven by a Cummins 4.5L Tier 4 Diesel kicking out 140 HP!

Taylor Machine Works was built on the premise, “We engineer and build what you need.” This is just as true today as it was in 1927. Taylor Big Red designs, engineers and manufactures American made industrial forklifts and material handling equipment for a number of industries including: Steel, Aluminum, Wood, Lumber, Concrete, Precast, Breakbulk, Intermodal, Ports, Rail and Stevedoring. And in California, Cal-Lift is your source for Taylor Machine Works products, service, genuine parts and rentals.

See our line-up of Taylor Cushion Tire Forklifts, and contact us at 800-322-5438 for more information or a quote.

CLARK Material Handling to Add Electric Forklift to S-Series Line-up

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Building on the success of it’s S-Series internal combustion models, CLARK Material Handling will soon ad to the line-up it’s first S-Series Electric model.

The SE15-25T 3-Wheel model will complement the internal combustion models with many of the features that make the S-Series line-up SMART, STRONG and SAFE.

The SE15-25T, with capacities up to 5,000lbs. electric will be built at CLARK’s Lexington, KY manufacturing facility and a few of the advancements will include:

  • All-electric braking system with regen motor braking
  • Spacious operator compartment
  • Reduced-height overhead guard
  • Industry leading initial step height
  • Great right-angle stacking ability
  • The only OEM with a 5,000lb capacity electric three-wheel
  • Tall and short battery compartment options

CLARK’s new S-SERIES three-wheel electric lift truck extends their legacy with a SMART – STRONG – SAFE lift truck that meets the challenging and changing needs of customers. For use in manufacturing, warehousing, bottling and logistics – along with a variety of other instances – this new electric lift truck may soon become the workhorse you’ve been looking for. And while they are launching it the coming months and really can’t show it to you yet, that doesn’t mean you can’t be one of the first to hear about it! Follow this link and be among the first to get information on this great new truck! Or just scan the QR code below.

TaylorTrak Pro; Monitor Your Taylor Equipment from Anywhere

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TaylorTrak Pro®Provides Real Time Information to Help Maintain Healthy Fleets and Reduce Cost.

TaylorTrak Pro® Hardware is integrated into your equipment, interacting with our robust Taylor Integrated Control System (TICS) to ensure your equipment is communicating with you.

TaylorTrak Pro®provides access to machine data through WIFI or cellular network coverage. It enables comprehensive and flexible remote monitoring, asset tracking, maintenance scheduling and much more.

USER-FRIENDLY INTERFACE

TaylorTrak Pro® gives you easy, intuitive access to comprehensive information about your equipment’s performance and condition. Plus, with customizable alerts sent directly to a smart device, you’re always aware when a critical need arises.

  • Accurate, up-to-date information available across multiple platforms (desktop, tablet, smart phone)
  • Instant status updates on individual pieces of equipment
  • Alert notifications sent via SMS text and email to the proper personnel
  • Customizable alert preferences based on the level of information you request
  • Current status of all engine parameters
  • Alert notification of critical engine parameters
  • Current fuel level and total fuel usage graphs/reports

ADVANTAGES OF TAYLORTRAK PRO®

ANALYTICS &
REPORTING

  • Optimize Work Flow
  • Instance Access to Historical Data & Time Based Reporting
  • Compare Overall Fleet Performance
  • Detailed Performance Data Delivered to Your Fleet Manager
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System

SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE

  • Plan & Track Maintenance. Use recommended Taylor Service Intervals or customize to fit your needs.
  • Receive alerts to notify you of approaching “scheduled” maintenance
  • Track individual machine and fleet maintenance history
  • Easy access to your Local Dealer Service Network

GPS MAPPING &
SITE BOUNDARY MANAGEMENT

  • Real-time GPS equipment location on easy-to-use maps
  • Ability to Geo-fence an area and receive “Breach” alerts
  • GPS “Breadcrumbs” – Historical trails of where a piece of equipment has been over customized time-frames
  • Easily identify asset locations through color coded GPS map pins

Cal-Lift is Northern and Southern California’s source for American Made Taylor Machine Works high-capacity material handling equipment. Visit our Taylor Machine Works page to learn more about the Taylor line-up. We are also your source for OEM Taylor parts, service, planned maintenance and rentals.

Give us a call at 800-322-5438.

Kalmar Electronic Stability Control

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To comply with the standards set by the Department of Transport and the National Highway Traffic Safety Association for trucks that operate in approved applications, all new Kalmar Ottawa T2 Terminal Tractors can be equipped with an optional Electronic Stability Control system.

This added safety feature ensures safer load handling and is the first of its kind in the Terminal Tractor industry. When you order a new DOT/EPA compliant Kalmar Ottawa T2 Terminal Tractor with either a 116”, 126” or 136” wheelbase our new Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system can be fitted as an option. 

Enhanced Safety

Your new DOT/EPA compliant diesel truck not only can be fitted with ESC, it also has an Anti-Lock Braking System
(ABS) and a Traction Control System fitted. Making your truck even safer when being operated on public roads.

What is the Difference Between ABS and ESC?

Anti-locking braking systems stop your wheels from locking up when you apply the brakes, this allows for the driver to maintain control without the vehicle skidding. While the ESC system is able to apply the brakes to individual wheels to help maintain stability, particularly when the truck is at risk of jackknifing or spinning. This is done by the system automatically reducing the engine throttle and selectively applying the trucks brakes.

Cal-Lift is your source for Kalmar Ottawa Terminal Tractors. Learn more about Kalmar’s Line-up of products, then contact us at 800-322-5438 for a demo and quote.