Formerly known as Toyota Material Handling Northern California, TMHNC
Forklift FAQs
How to Buy a Forklift
Ready to buy a new or used forklift? Use these questions to narrow down your options and purchase the right forklift that’s a good value for your business.
How Much Does it Cost to Repair Forklift Brakes
How often to service forklift brakes and the cost to repair forklift brakes. We also discuss common reasons forklift brakes need service or repair frequently.
Buying a Used Forklift – Do Hours Matter?
How to buy a used forklift and what to consider besides a cheap price and low hours. Consider maintenance, a warranty, and buying from a dealer.
Buying a Forklift Which is Better: Lowest Cost of Ownership or The Lowest Price?
Toyota Forklifts aren’t the cheapest, but the world’s #1 forklift pays for itself with a low cost of ownership and exceptional lifetime value.
CARB Fleet Regulation for LSI Forklifts – What You Need to Know
What you need to know about new CARB Fleet Requirements for Off-Road Large Spark-Ignition (LSI) Engine-Powered Forklifts and Sweeper Scrubbers
How to Inspect Forklift Forks and Know When to Replace Them
How to properly inspect forklift forks according to OSHA, ANSI/ITSDF B-56.1 standards and when to replace forklift forks due to damage or normal wear.
How to Inspect Forklift Chains & Know When to Replace Them
What to look for when inspecting forklift chains and signs a forklift chain needs to be replaced
How Long Can a Forklift Run on a Single Tank of Propane?
How long will one LPG tank of propane last on average and what to do if you’re experiencing below-average run-time from your LPG forklift.
When Is a Forklift Back-up Alarm Required?
According to OSHA, forklifts rank fourth in fatalities caused by back-overs. A smart business can protect itself and employees with a simple back-up alarm.
Why Use Daily Safety Checklists?
How and why to create OSHA safety checklists for your warehouse or material handling operation. Free examples and downloads.
How Fast Can a Forklift Be Delivered?
Get the Forklift You Need Delivered ASAP. Buyers in Sacramento, Salinas, Hayward, Fresno, the North Bay can take delivery within a few days.
Do Used Forklifts Come With a Warranty?
Choosing quality used material handling equipment doesn’t have to be hard. A reputable seller will offer a 30 day parts and labor warranty at minimum.
When to Rent Versus Buy a Forklift
Factors to consider when deciding whether to rent or buy your next forklift, aerial lift, pallet jack or other material handling equipment.
When to Buy Instead of Rent a Forklift
How to know when to purchase instead of just rent a forklift, aerial lift, pallet jack or other material handling equipment.
When to Retire or Replace Your Forklift
Reasons to retire or replace your folklift. Learn how to estimate the age and economic life of your forklift, and whether to trade in or retire it.
How Long Will an Average Forklift Last?
Learn how to measure the age of a forklift, the average hours per year for normal forklift use and how to prolong the life of your lift truck.
When is a Clamp Release Interlock Required on a Forklift?
When is a clamp interlock device required on a forklift? Find out what you need to know to ensure OSHA compliance.
Sit Down VS Stand Up Forklifts – which is best?
Points to ponder before you purchase your next stand-up or sit-down forklift.
Understanding Your Toyota Forklift’s Model Number
What do the numbers and letters of your Toyota forklift’s model number mean? They can tell you a lot about your forklift, reach truck or other equipment.
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