Forklifts & Warehouse Equipment in St Louis
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When to Replace Your Forklift

  • Forklifts are an integral part of the success of warehouse management, and we want to make sure you’re making an educated purchase if you’re looking to upgrade your fleet. Start your research here if you’re looking to replace the forklifts in your warehouse. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our team with any follow-up questions. As experienced forklift dealers, we’ve helped plenty of customers find the exact forklift that suits their needs. You don't have time to worry about your…

    Forklift Hazards to Avoid

  • Safety hazards are everywhere in a warehouse, but that’s especially true regarding forklifts. OSHA estimates that each year there are 85 fatal accidents on forklifts and 61,800 non-serious incidents attributed to forklifts. Knowing which common forklift hazards and accidents you can prevent is the best way to start being safer in and around the warehouse. Not Enough Training and Education OSHA requires every forklift operator to be thoroughly and properly trained before using the equipment. That’s not always a guarantee;…

    Forklift Safety Dos and Don’ts

  • While there are plenty of different warehouse management strategies to optimize processes, there’s absolutely a right way and a wrong way to create a culture of forklift safety. OSHA reports that forklift accidents cause roughly 35,000 serious injuries and 85 fatal accidents every year. It’s also reported that nearly 25% of these accidents happen because of inadequate training. By understanding what should and shouldn’t be done to address forklift safety fundamentals and relaying this information through training and continuing education,…

    The Fundamentals of Forklifts

  • Replacing or upgrading the forklifts in your facility can be a costly investment with plenty of return. Make this decision carefully! This equipment is an integral part of the success of your warehouse management, and we want to make sure you’re making an educated purchase. Start your research here, and don’t hesitate to reach out to our team with any follow-up questions.  Know the Signs Knowing when to replace forklift equipment is a skill that every warehouse manager needs to…

    A Guide to Forklift Types

  • As experienced forklift dealers, we’ve helped plenty of customers through the buying process at Benco Industrial Equipment. When you’re working on getting materials where they need to go and products out the door, you don’t have time to worry about your equipment. Investing in the right forklift types ensures that your logistics operations run smoothly and save you from unnecessary headaches down the line. First, however, you need to decide which forklift type will best suit your needs. First, it’s…

    The Basics to Forklift Maintenance

  • Forklifts are expensive, complex warehouse equipment and an integral part of your facility’s daily operations. When they break down, you can find yourself facing costly repairs or even having to replace the equipment. With the right forklift maintenance strategy in place you can protect your investment, and more importantly, keep employees safe.   Perform Daily Checks Inspections should be performed on forklifts at the beginning of each workday and/or each shift, without fail. Not only is this daily check an…

    Assessing Forklift Performance

  • There’s no shortage of tools these days that help your warehouse run more efficiently. From artificial intelligence to the Internet of Things and beyond, managers have a spectrum of options to choose from. However, something that’s often overlooked when it comes to optimizing workflows is the condition of equipment and especially forklifts. Even the best-maintained forklifts can lose power and speed over time and will take longer to charge and more labor and money. Forklift performance directly affects the efficiency…

    Lithium-Ion Technology in the Warehouse

  • Technology in the Warehouse! Ever since we started selling Hangcha Forklift Trucks with Lithium-ion technology, we have been fascinated with the benefits. Innovative technology is being used in warehouses everywhere to increase efficiency and technology, and that’s especially true when it comes to battery tech. Although lead-acid batteries are still widely used, lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have burst onto the scene lately with plenty of benefits for warehouse applications. What is lithium-ion technology? Simply put, Li-ion batteries are a rechargeable source…

    Keep Your Warehouse Safe During the Holiday Shipping Season

  • Holiday Shipping Season. New research shows that fatigued employees cost employers around $136 billion a year due to absenteeism, health-related costs, and lost productivity -- to the tune of more than $3000 per employee. As we head into the holiday shopping season and warehouse activity is poised to heat up for the busiest time of the year, it’s important to understand how you can optimize your warehouse management strategy to keep employees safe and costs under control. Warehouses see their…

    Is Your Warehouse Wasting Money?

  • Is Your Warehouse Wasting Money? How many people in a single supply chain depend on your warehouse management, including your own organization? When it comes to growing margins and optimizing logistics, it’s crucial to look at areas where your warehouse could be improving efficiency and cutting costs -- a win-win for everyone. Outdated and costly practices within your warehouse mean your customers don’t get their product as quickly. This could be a profit-buster in the age of lightning-fast delivery from…

    Forklift Maintenance Best Practices and Tips and Tricks

  • Forklift Maintenance Best Practices Forklift Maintenance Best Practices. There’s no doubt that warehouse management strategies come in all shapes and sizes, but one thing that’s universal is a comprehensive approach to equipment maintenance -- and that’s non-negotiable. Of all the equipment used in a manufacturing facility or warehouse on a daily basis, the forklift is probably the one that is depended on the most to keep things flowing and moving efficiently and safely. Think about this: What would happen to…
    Prevent A Forklift from Overturning

    5 Ways to Prevent A Forklift from Overturning

  • Prevent A Forklift from Overturning Prevent A Forklift from Overturning. The forklift was invented in 1906 to help the Pennsylvania Railroad handle baggage. Much has changed in the years since, with forklifts becoming more powerful, more capable, and more common. Even though the technology has evolved over the years, the law of gravity remains the same — and with it, forklift injuries and deaths are still all too common. OSHA statistics cite nearly 35,000 serious and 61,000 non-serious injuries per…
    Prevent Expensive Forklift Repairs

    How to Prevent Expensive Forklift Repairs

  • Prevent Expensive Forklift Repairs Prevent Expensive Forklift Repairs. A new forklift doesn’t come cheap, with costs often running well into six digits. However, that isn’t the only cost for forklift owners. Repairs cost money — both parts and labor — but even that misses a significant part of the equation. Every minute of downtime your equipment experiences is costing you money too. A recent survey from the Rand Group indicated that an hour of downtime can cost an organization up…
    When to Conduct Forklift Maintenance

    Knowing When to Conduct Forklift Maintenance

  • When to Conduct Forklift Maintenance When to Conduct Forklift Maintenance. The key to getting the most out of your forklift and maximizing its lifespan is to keep up with regular preventative maintenance. Remember when you bought your first car and a stern older relative informed you that keeping up with your oil changes and tire rotations would save you money and help you avoid costly repairs? The same is true for the forklifts in your warehouse. Unfortunately, there’s much less…

    5 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Forklift Tires

  • Replace Your Forklift Tires Replace Your Forklift Tires. Tires are a crucial component of any vehicle that drives, but they play a special role in forklifts. That’s because, unlike other vehicles, forklifts don’t have a suspension system. In your car, the suspension system absorbs the bulk of the impacts and irregularities from the road, as well as the weight of whatever you’re carrying, protecting both you and your vehicle. The difference between a smooth ride and a jarring one is…
    Properly Balancing a Forklift Load

    Properly Balancing a Forklift Load

  • Properly Balancing a Forklift Load Properly Balancing a Forklift Load. While a forklift is an indispensable piece of warehouse equipment, it can be helpful to think of it as akin to a seesaw, at least when you’re thinking about how it can be affected by different loads. But unlike a seesaw, you’re looking to keep your end of the forklift firmly planted. Suddenly launching upward in your seat is a far more unnerving experience behind the wheel of a forklift than…
    Common Forklift Repair Needs

    Top 3 Common Forklift Repair Needs

  • Common Forklift Repair Needs Common Forklift Repair Needs. Forklifts are an essential part of a well-functioning warehouse. When you’ve got a forklift down, productivity goes down with it. When outages go on too long, you feel it in your bottom line. Here at Benco Industrial Equipment, not only do we pride ourselves on doing forklift repair well, we also pride ourselves on doing it quickly. We’re here to be a trusted partner to warehouses in and around St. Charles, Missouri.…
    Hyundai Forklift Heads to Saint Louis

    Hyundai Forklift Heads to Saint Louis

  • Hyundai Forklift Heads to Saint Louis Benco Industrial Equipment Adds the Hyundai Brand to its Lineup Hyundai Forklift Heads to Saint Louis,  Saint Charles, MO – Benco Industrial Equipment, a successful material handling dealership in St. Charles, Missouri, recently added Hyundai Forklifts to its offerings, providing forklift buyers throughout the greater Saint Louis area first-hand access to the highly sought-after brand. The company, known locally as a leader within the industry, prides itself on its exceptional service, fair prices, and…
    When to Purchase a New Forklift

    When to Purchase a New Forklift

  • When to Purchase a New Forklift When to Purchase a New Forklift. Thinking of purchasing a new forklift? Benco Industrial Equipment, a well-established, certified Hyundai forklift dealer serving Jefferson County and St. Louis, draws upon its decades of collective experience to offer some helpful advice: “It’s not the age, it’s the mileage” Indiana Jones fans may recognize this quote from Raiders of the Lost Ark, and it exemplifies the biggest consideration when thinking of buying a new forklift: how much mileage is…

    Forklift Power: Pros and Cons of Electric and LPG

  • Forklift Power: Pros and Cons of Electric and LPG Forklift Power: Pros and Cons of Electric and LPG. If you're thinking about investing in a forklift or fleet for your warehouse, it's important to weigh up the pros and cons of both electric and LPG alternatives before making your decision. To simplify this for you, we've outlined these below: Pros and Cons of Electric Forklifts There are a number of pros from using electric forklifts as a load-bearing solution for…
    Buying or Renting a Used Forklift: A Guide

    Buying or Renting a Used Forklift: A Guide

  • Buying or Renting a Used Forklift: A Guide Buying or Renting a Used Forklift: A Guide. When you think about the equipment that you rely on the most in your warehouse business, there is no question that the forklift will be one of the first things that come to mind. The fact is, the forklifts within your facility are one of the most basic pieces of equipment, but operating without them would prove to be a major challenge. Whether you…
    10 Important Forklift Safety Rules

    10 Important Forklift Safety Rules

  • 10 Important Forklift Safety Rules 10 Important Forklift Safety Rules. Warehouse men and women should approach operating forklifts with a high degree of caution and respect. There are nearly 35,000 forklift-related injuries and 85 fatalities each year, according to OSHA. At Benco Industrial Equipment, we believe that worker safety is job one and as a forklift dealer we strongly advise considering these 10 rules. Qualified Operators Only Forklifts are a terrific piece of machinery to operate and many warehouse workers…
    You Need Forklift Repair

    3 Signs Your Forklift Needs Tires, Blades or Total Refurbishment

  • You Need Forklift Repair You Need Forklift Repair. Forklifts are like cars in many ways. They’re both powerful four-wheelers that require regular service and maintenance. Forklifts, like cars, also wear down over time and need to be refurbished to extend their lifespan and make them safer. The trick for owners may be knowing when to take on necessary repairs and when it makes sense to completely refurbish your forklift. At Benco Industrial Equipment, our professionals are available to conduct forklift repair…