Calling all pallet truck engineers. An opportunity for pallet truck engineers to build their customer base now exists. How does it work? For the last 25 years HallmarkFIX have been working with experienced pallet truck engineers to exceed the expectations of our customers and sub-contractors. Our clients are pump truck users from multi-nationals to small […]
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Pallet truck maintenace is not always included in the role of a Facilities Manager. We believe it should it be – for several good reasons. The role of an FM manager is not easy but with reliable, trustworthy sub-contractors it can be extremely satisfying. Who looks after the pallet truck fleet now? The engineering department? […]
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Pallet trucks in clean rooms and other sterile areas are unlikely to experience intensive usage. This does not however eliminate the need for regular servicing or certification. In common with any mechanical or hydraulic equipment, preventative maintenance pays dividends. These statements are likely to apply equally to laboratories, pharmaceutical and medical equipment manufacturers. Stainless Steel […]
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Pallet trucks used by manufacturers in any industry, require regular service and repair. Essential equipment for the operatives tasked with using them, productivity can drop alarmingly if they’re not available. Does it Matter? Hand pallet trucks are comparatively low cost items that are generally overlooked except by those who use them! The reality is that […]
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The design, build and installation of event and exhibition services often requires non standard pallet trucks. By their very nature they tend to cost more than standard equipment, a good maintenance plan is therefore essential. Regular maintenance extends service life and reduces downtime. Pallet Truck Specification Longer forks, often with a narrower or wider spread […]
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Increasingly, logistics companies, parcel couriers, manufacturers, third party distributors and others need reliable pallet trucks for temporary warehousing. To meet fluctuations in demand at busy periods temporary warehousing can prove to be a viable option. Lead times of one week from decision to operation are quoted by some of our customers. This is achieved by […]
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Pallet Trucks – Buy new, buy used or repair the broken one? We’ve all been there. A critical piece of equipment fails, sometimes with disastrous consequences. If it’s a pallet truck which is part of a fleet it’s probably not too serious but if its the only one the adrenaline flows and a quick decision […]
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Measure twice, cut once is a phrase most of us have heard. It probably originated with woodworking and taken literally means; make sure you’re cutting in the right place, mistakes can be wasteful and expensive. So what has that to with buying a pallet truck? Is it also saying think, plan and prepare before you […]
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Five myths about pump truck repairs that may be costing you money. It’s cheaper to buy new It’s true that you can buy a new truck for a little more than £200 but a repair is often about half of that. If the faulty truck only cost that sort of money to start with, it […]
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Pallet trucks are often seen as throw away items, that they’re not worth looking after. In this article we challenge five myths about pallet truck servicing. There’s no point in servicing a pallet truck Any mechanical equipment will benefit from a bit of tlc. It not only makes them last longer, it makes them smoother […]
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