Maryland Forklift Rentals for Heavy Lifting

Never underestimate the power of our electric pallet jacks and forklifts. Their lifting capabilities are extraordinary and they are an essential part to any moving or re-stocking job. Be sure to check out our wide inventory of machines so you can discern which type would be best for your needs. We offer everything from heavy duty forklifts to hand operated pallet jacks. Ask our service department or customer service staff for more information.

Cities in Maryland:

Annapolis Baltimore Bethesda Bowie Columbia

Cumberland Dundalk Frederick Gaithersburg Germantown

Linthicum Newark Potomac Rockville Salisbury

Silver Spring Towson

Serving: Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Baltimore City, Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, Prince Georges, Wicomico, Worcester County.

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Quick Reference Material Handling Guide

Forklift Design Factors

Since your employees are going to be utilizing forklifts all day long, it is important to understand what their level of comfort will be. Test out the seat and make sure it’s ergonomically designed to avoid back or neck injuries down the line. A comfortable employee is a happier and more productive worker.

Lift Truck Safety

Testing the lights, the alert back-up system, and safety restraints should be a standard operating procedure for your forklift safety. This will keep the driver and other workers as safe as possible. Look for wear and tear around the seat belt to see if there are any loose threads or bolts. We certify and check every forklift we sell or rent but it's considered best practice to double check these features.

Useful Material Handling Features

Adjustable features are a huge feature of forklifts- and one of the most usable features is being able to adjust the tilt of the forks. Depending on movement (side to side or normal up and down), you should adjust your forks accordingly. Also consider the how much breathing room your warehouse or construction site has to work with. Determining these things before hand will help you determine the right type of movement or tilt that you will need and help avoid delays or down time for repair.

OSHA Forklift Standards

OSHA standards require that all forklift operators complete a certification process prior to operating material handling equipment. This certification has two major categories; One relating to the mechanics of the lift truck itself and the other pertaining to the operational limitations each machine posesses. Operators need to keep this certification current both to avoid legal ramifications as well as keep up to date on the latest safety practices.