Midco Material Handling

You wouldn’t ignore wear and tear on your body. So, why ignore it on your forklifts?

Small issues might seem harmless during a forklift lease, but they don’t stay small for long. By the time your forklift lease ends, those “minor” problems can turn into major costs.

A little planning now can save your budget later. Our 12-month checklist shows you how to stay ahead without overcomplicating the process.

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There are 3 critical pieces of information we need to know when you call for mobile forklift repair. Additional info can save you time and money. Click the link in the comments for more.

If forklifts are responsible for most rack damage, why do so many warehouses leave their uprights unprotected?

In busy warehouses, forklift impacts are inevitable, even with skilled operators and clear traffic rules. What often gets overlooked is where that damage occurs and how quickly it adds up. The bottom few inches of a rack upright take the most abuse. Without rack protectors or pallet rack guards, baseplates and anchors can bend, loosen, or shift without anyone noticing.

Strategic pallet rack protection doesn’t require major upgrades or operational disruptions. Simple solutions like column guards, upright protectors, and end-of-aisle guards help absorb impact energy, reduce repair costs, and protect your racking’s load capacity over time.

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