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Discover how utility vehicles help K-12 schools, colleges, and universities improve campus operations, maintenance efficiency, transportation, and safety.

When planning an event, every detail matters—from the venue to the guest experience. One element that’s often overlooked, but can make a lasting impression, is how your guests move throughout the space. That’s where GEM electric vehicles come in. Designed for comfort, style, and efficiency, GEM vehicles are redefining what event transportation can look and feel like—helping you create a

Industrial operations are under constant pressure to move more materials with fewer people, tighter budgets, and increasing sustainability requirements. To meet those demands, Taylor‑Dunn—part of Waev Inc.—has introduced a purpose‑built solution designed to streamline cargo handling without the cost, size, or complexity of a full‑size truck. Meet the Taylor‑Dunn Bigfoot XL Industrial Liftgate Truck: an all‑electric utility vehicle that combines

When most people hear the words golf cart, one image comes to mind: neatly trimmed fairways and early morning tee times. But today’s golf carts and utility vehicles are doing far more than cruising the course. Across Northern and Central California, businesses, municipalities, campuses, and facilities are using these vehicles to move people, haul equipment, and get work done more

When your forklift or material handling equipment goes down, speed matters. So does accuracy. And above all—confidence. That’s where a Journeyman Technician makes the difference. At Total Industries, becoming a Journeyman tech isn’t about knowing everything or being the most senior person in the room. It’s about being prepared to diagnose problems correctly, make smart decisions under pressure, and get

Cherry season moves fast in California. Whether harvest is already underway in Northern California or approaching soon in the Central Valley, one thing remains the same: there’s no margin for error when timing, quality, and throughput matter most. From the orchard to the packing house to outbound shipping, cherry harvest places intense pressure on equipment. That’s why successful operations focus

Your Forklift Is Talking—Are You Listening? If you already own forklifts, you know this much: they work hard. They rack up hours, take hits, throw error codes, and quietly age every day. The problem is, most fleets still rely on manual checks, clipboards, and gut instinct to figure out what’s really going on. And that usually means you’re reacting to

Earth Day, Every Day: Powering California with Electric Equipment At Total Industries, Earth Day isn’t just a moment—it’s how we help California customers work smarter every day. From zero‑emission jobsites to quieter operations and lower operating costs, electric equipment is reshaping how work gets done across construction, warehousing, campuses, and commercial properties. This Earth Day, we’re spotlighting a few of

Dear Valued Customer, We have recently united the business units within our RJMS family — including Toyota Material Handling of Northern California, Total Material Handling, and others — into one unified, service-first brand: Total Industries. It’s natural to have questions during times of transition, and we want to provide you answers. Most importantly: Why the move toward Total Industries? Here’s

Proper forklift battery maintenance helps your battery exceed the average 5-year lifespan. Get essential care tips for doing away with downtime from under-performing batteries.

Whether you’re an experienced forklift operator or getting your license for the first time, this is what you should know about forklift recertification.

Find out when to replace solid forklift tires and cushion tires and take advantage of our forklift tire sale.

Whether you have a mechanical or hydraulic dock leveler, there are certain problems you shouldn’t ignore. Learn about dock leveler troubleshooting and repair

When to use a dock leveler vs dock plate or board, the difference between a pit leveler and edge of dock, converting a mechanical dock leveler to hydraulic and more

Want to certify your own forklift operators? Learn about OSHA requirements, how to become a forklift trainer or find a class in the Bay Area or Sacramento

Converting from lead acid forklift batteries to lithium ion is easy. Here’s what you need to know, how to prepare and how to avoid the most common mistake.

How long does it take to get a forklift license? Can you learn to drive a forklift online? Get answers and find a certification class in northern California

Failure to provide forklift operator refresher training is a common OSHA violation. Read the requirements or book a refresher course in northern California

Forklift mast types have multiple names. A 2 stage forklift mast can be a V or FV. View all the names and see Toyota’s unique 3 stage forklift masts

Forklift safety training can lead to lower insurance premiums, decreased maintenance cost and a more productive operation. OSHA may also require it

Your forklift will tell you it needs service if you know what to look for. The experts at Toyota Material Handling of Northern California break down 9 signs that you need immediate forklift repair. Total Industries services the San Francisco Bay Area, Livermore, Fresno, Sacramento, and Salinas, California.

OSHA forklift training and certification in Sacramento, Fresno the Bay Area and central California. Forklift classes offered in English and en Español.

Before you buy a diesel or LP gas forklift in California read about upcoming CARB forklift regulations and cash incentives for buying an electric forklift

New and used forklift attachments for sale and rent in the Bay Area, Sacramento, Fresno and Salinas including push/pull slip sheet attachments and clamps

Single double, rotator and sideshifter attachments for Toyota forklifts . Buy or rent Cascade forklift attachments in the Bay Area, Sacramento and Fresno

A single double forklift attachment lets one forklift does the work of two. Buy or rent Cascade multi pallet handlers in the Bay Area, Sacramento, Salinas and Fresno

We answer: is it better to buy or lease a forklift in California? How much is a forklift lease and why is leasing a forklift different from leasing a car?

Our expert uses different business scenarios to illustrate when it’s better to buy a used forklift or a new forklift. Get the best forklift for your budget

Is the Toyota Smart Environment Sensor right for your forklift fleet? Learn how Bay Area companies can improve their warehouse safety with SEnS.

Learn more about keeping your loading dock safe with smart hook trailer dock locks. Schedule your free loading dock safety assessment from Toyota Material Handling in Northern California.