From improved center of gravity, to optional rear view camera and automatic parking brake, see all the new features and improvements that make CLARK’s new S-Series
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CLARK S-Series Features & Benefits Video
See the main features and benefits packed into CLARK Material Handling’s all-new S-Series forklift. Then Contact Us for a quote, or give us a call at 800-322-5438.
CLARK’s All-New S-Series Forklifts
| Building on over 100 years of lift truck innovations, design and industry firsts. The evolution continues…. The CLARK S-Series, the next generation of lift trucks. | |
| SMART CLARK’s design standards have historically led the industry in innovation and firsts; the S-Series represents the next phase of lift truck design.
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| STRONG CLARK Trucks are “Built to Last”; from their industry designs to legacy dealers, their combined strengths ensure a strong performance to your bottom line with lower cost of ownership.
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| SAFE CLARK makes your safety their priority. Safety has been a cornerstone of CLARK design standards for over 100 years. Their standards became the industry standards. The S-Series innovates again with standard features, including:
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CLARK NPX Narrow Aisle Reach Truck
Rugged and reliable, the CLARK NPX series forklift offers superior controllability, excellent front and rear visibility and high-speed operation to help increase productivity and profit while helping to improve operator safety and ease of maintenance.
Silent-staging upright helps to reduce shock and vibration. Nested I-beam rails provide strength and rigidity. Cylinder and hose routing design provides open field of vision improving operator confidence.
The NPX operator compartment and controls are designed with the operator standing at 65 degrees from center. This provides the widest range of flexibility and visual confirmation when traveling and handling loads to maximize productivity.
The contoured full-support backrest, padded armrest and tiller position are fully adjustable to customize the operator compartment; reducing fatigue and maximizing productivity.
Factors Reducing Safe Lifting Capacity of Your New Forklift
You just purchased a new forklift. Along with your purchase you made sure your forklift operators were trained properly. Operators’ knowledge of safe lifting capacity equals a lower risk of property damage, injury or death.
Your forklift was shipped from the manufacturer with a data plate indicating lift capacities at various heights based on its equipment options, for example, side shifters, carton clamps or other attachments. Once you put the forklift into service, there are several factors that can, over time, dramatically reduce the safe lifting capacity of that forklift. Below we have highlighted the major factors effecting lift capacity.
Forks – The continual use of forklifts results in normal fork wear. The amount and rate at which they wear depends upon the weight of the loads handled, how they are handled (what type of substrate is coming in contact with the fork) and how often loads are handled (duty cycles). A 10% reduction in fork surface (wear) results in a 20% reduction in the safe lifting capacity of your forklift. A forklift rated to lift 5,000 lbs is reduced to 4,000 lbs once the forks are 10% worn. At this point the forks must be replaced.
Daily Inspections are required by OSHA – While a daily measurement of fork wear is not required, it is good practice to conduct a fork wear inspection on a regular basis, based on previous “FORK” criteria previously mentioned. During daily inspections, forks should be visually inspected for cracks or bends. Both reduce the safe lifting capacity of your forklift and create a dangerous operating condition.
If the load you are carrying changes requiring a need to use longer forks, the load center changes. This results in a reduction of safe lifting capacity. It will be important that you work with the manufacturer to determine the new safe lifting capacity of your forklift with the new fork configuration.
Environment Conditions – If your forklifts are working outside, winds, soft or uneven ground can effect the safe lifting capacity of your forklift. Be aware of your weather and terrain and make adjustments to your load.
Chains – Chains should be inspected as part of any normal Planned Maintenance Program. Your service technicians should be properly trained to measure chains to determine when they need to be replaced. When a 3% elongation results in a 15% reduction in safe lifting capacity the chains should be replaced. Never attempt repairs on chains that are worn. Replacing them with the proper chains per manufacturer’s specifications is recommended to ensure a safe working environment for your employees.
Load Center – The data plate on your forklift indicates safe load capacities at given fork load centers. Not every pallet received by your facility is loaded according to the forklift manufactures specifications. It is important for safe operation to recognize and adjust your lifting practices to ensure safe handling of materials. As a rule, for every inch beyond the manufacturers recommended fork load center, one hundred pounds of lifting capacity is lost at a lowered height of six to eight inches.
Upon replacing the following, verify:
- Tires – Verify they meet manufacturer’s specifications. Especially if changing the type (cushion or pneumatic) or the size.
- Batteries – Verify they meet manufacturer’s specifications. If you have purchased a used forklift this can be an issue. Seek assistance from a professional that you are equipping it with the proper battery.
- Attachments – Anytime you add an attachment of any kind, regardless of how benign it may seem, work with a professional or the manufacturer to determine if the attachment affects safe lifting capacity – if so, how much.
- Engines – You might never replace an engine. But if you do, be certain the replacement engine meets or exceeds the weight of the current engine and that the configuration of the replacement engine does not affect the center of gravity of the forklift. This is particularly important if you purchase used forklifts. Ask the seller if the engine has been replaced or altered in any dramatic fashion. If it has, be sure the forklift has been re-rated for safe lifting capacity.
There are sites on the Internet like www.lifttruckcapacitycalculator.com that can assist you in re-rating your forklifts after minor changes such as attachments or other alterations that may affect their safe lifting capacity.
Working with a partner like Matthai Material Handling to institute and manage a Planned Maintenance Program is the best way to guarantee that your forklift fleet is always operating safely and your employees are not in danger. Planned Maintenance Programs have also been proven to be the best way to maximize the productivity of your forklift fleet by reducing down-time. These programs will pay for themselves over and over again throughout the life of your forklifts.
Cal-Lift Receives Honors from CLARK
At the recent annual celebration for CLARK Material Handling dealerships, Cal-Lift Inc. was honored to be recognized as a CLARK “Dealer of Merit.” This award is reserved for dealerships whose service, parts and sales departments exceed CLARK’s stringent qualifications.
“We are very proud of all of our employees who helped make this possible” said our President, Mark Maechling. “Without the dedication of each and every employee at Cal-Lift, these types of honors would not be possible” he added.
Cal-Lift, Inc. believes that by operating at a high level of ethics and responsibility, we are best able to serve our customer’s short, and long-term goals, and is represented in our Mission Statement.
“We are Cal-Lift. We succeed because we make a difference for our customers and manufacturers by providing the right equipment supported by superior parts and service.
Our success depends upon us being a customer-focused team. We empower our people to make good decisions. We partner with our manufacturers to deliver the highest value equipment solutions. We seek to forge strong long-term reciprocal relationships with our customers.
By doing all the above, we establish the foundation to maintain consistently strong and stable financial and market performance.”
Along with our Dealer of Merit Award, Cal-Lift’s Rental Manager, Charlie Schwasz was recognized by CLARK as “Rental Manager of the Year.” Charlie received this national recognition above all other CLARK dealership’s rental managers because of his dedication to providing the rental equipment our customers need, when they need it, and making sure that it is in top operating condition. All of us at Cal-Lift Inc. congratulate Charlie and thank him for his dedication to our customers.
PHOTOS:
Left to Right (Mike Marrs, VP Sales, Cal-Lift; Mark Maechling, President, Cal-Lift; Herb Michelli and Rick Dalhke, CLARK Material Handling)
Left to Right (Charlie Schwasz, Rental Manager, Cal-Lift Inc.; Rick Dalhke, CLARK Material Handling)
CLARK GEX Electric Forklifts
4,000lb. – 10,000lb. Capacities
100% All AC Electric, 80 Volts
Solid Pneumatic Tire
See more specs at our website.
Electric forklifts like the GEX are a rare breed. Many models are not engineered or equipped to work outdoors in the elements. Not the GEX! CLARK Material Handling’s GEX is built to perform indoors and outdoors, with capacities to handle the tough applications traditionally reserved for internal combustion models. GEX’s features include:
80 Volt, 100% AC Electric Power
- HIGH PERFORMANCE – Rivals IC truck performance in speed, acceleration and gradeability
- MORE EFFICIENT SYSTEM – Higher voltage = lower line loss & heating = greater efficiency
- BETTER SUITED TO RAPID CHARGE – Only requires one receptacle via single battery connector
- INCREASED BATTERY CAPACITY – GEX 20/25 can accommodate 54 kwh battery; GEX 30/32 can accommodate 60 kwh battery
Drive Motors and Axles
FEWER PARTS & MINIMUM WEAR = LESS DOWNTIME
- Enclosed, brushless
- Thermal and stall protection
- Dual/powered reversing for tighter turns
- Suitable for Wet Applications
- Same motors for E & EE
Regenerative Braking/Wet Disc Brakes
THREE FORMS OF REGENERATIVE BRAKING
- Accelerator release (Proportional to accelerator position)
- Change of direction (Proportional to accelerator position)
- Service brake (Foot brake)
WET DISC BRAKES
- Enclosed and oil cooled for smooth, quiet operation
- Built with long life lining material
- Less downtime
To learn more about CLARK’s GEX, get a demo or a quote, please contact us at 800-322-5438. We’re Southern California’s source for CLARK forklifts, OEM parts, service and rentals.
Cal-Lift Welcomes New Customer
All of us at Cal-Lift Inc. appreciate the opportunity to demonstrate our ability to delivery the best material handling products, service, parts and lift truck rentals to new customers. And this month, we appreciate that opportunity given to us by our newest customer, Double-R Trading.
Double-R Trading, located in City of Industry has specialized in plastic recycling since 2013 and recently upgraded their forklift fleet by ordering (2) new CLARK C25L, 5,000lb pneumatic tire forklifts for their fleet.
This picture features John Fang, Operations, of Double-R, taking delivery of the new forklifts. We welcome Double-R to the Cal-Lift family and look forward a productive future for us both!
CLARK Centennial Edition Forklift Unveiled
In 2017, CLARK Material Handling is celebrating 100 years of producing some of the world’s highest quality material handling equipment and they are celebrating by introducing the CLARK Centennial Edition forklift series.
All CLARK GEN2, pneumatic forklifts, 3,000lb to 7,000lb will automatically include;
- Special Centennial Edition Paint Scheme
- Centennial Edition Package Logos
- Special Seat Trim to Commemorate the Milestone
- In addition to the Centennial Edition forklifts, CLARK is extending ALL CLASS 1, 2, 4 and 5 forklift warranties for 2017. The special warranty includes an additional 1 year to the existing warranty or 2,000 hours, whichever comes first. CLARK Centennial Warranty for 2017
Cal-Lift Inc. is proud to be your source in Southern California for CLARK forklifts. We will be celebrating this milestone with them all year, and hope you will join us.
Visit our CLARK Material Handling Showroom to see their line-up of forklifts
Four Reasons to Consider Electric Forklifts
Slowly but surely, electric forklifts are carrying more of the daily material handling load. Some of the reasons are obvious, but it is clear to most that eventually we must do more than continue to burn fossil fuels in the transportation of our products.
We still have a ways to go before electric forklifts can perform all the tasks as well as their LP forklift counterparts. However, most forklift manufacturers are improving performance and outdoor durability with each passing year. It is only a matter of time before they catch up. There a good reasons for this transfer of power, a few major reasons are:
- Reduced maintenance costs – Electric forklifts have fewer moving parts than their internal combustion counterparts. Fewer parts, means reduced maintenance, which results in a considerable reduction in maintenance.
- Greatly reduced environmental impact – Electric forklift do not burn fossil fuels, reducing carbon footprint. They also require no disposal of motor oils. The units stay cleaner as a result and so does your operation!
- Improved ergonomics and working environment – Electric forklifts are quieter with nearly no vibrations to deal with. This provides a more comfortable operating atmosphere for your forklift operators as well as the rest of the personnel that work around your lift trucks. Noise in your facility is reduced to almost zero when it comes to your lift trucks, making communications between employees easier.
- Supply chain trends to go green – Every year, more and more companies are encouraging if not outright requiring their suppliers to improve their impact on the environment and electric forklifts are one of the major steps that companies are taking to do so.
While we have some work to do, it’s pretty clear that electric forklifts are making great strides to become a mainstay in materials handling equipment. And right now with the introduction of Lithium Ion Batteries in our BYD Forklift line-up and Section 179 tax deductions, there has never been a better time to consider trading in your internal combustion forklifts for a smooth running, cost saving electric powered lift truck.
To learn more about electric lift trucks and what they can mean to your operation, please contact us at 800-322-LIFT.
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