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The length of time a pallet truck lasts depends on a few different aspects. For example the pallet truck will last a lot longer if it is properly maintained and has regular services over the years. A pallet truck that is well looked after should last several years. Of course this again depends on the brand of the pallet truck, how much it is used and if the pallet truck is well looked after. A pallet truck used only once a week for a few hours will last a lot longer than a pallet truck that is used on a daily basis all day long, and so it is all relative.

Is it cheaper to buy a new pallet truck or maintain the existing one?

Pallet trucks are not very expensive; every type of pallet truck will vary in price and depending on where the pallet truck is purchased from, but generally speaking they are not costly. Because pallet trucks are not exceptionally expensive you may be thinking it might be cheaper to throw out the old broken pallet truck and buy new rather than spending money keeping them maintained. This may be the case although to keep a pallet truck maintained it is quite cheap as they may require a new set of wheels every so often and the bearings changed. Doing this will keep the pallet truck for around 5-7 years. This type of maintenance isn’t very costly and so buying a new pallet truck every couple of years seems more expensive. Having said this it is recommended not to spend more than £120 – £140 repairing a pallet truck as it is more worth your while buying from new.

Where can you get your pallet truck serviced?

Many pallet truck shops offer the service of maintenance to your pallet truck, this may be included in the price of the truck or an additional feature. You do not need to go to the shop where you bought your pallet truck from to have it serviced, although you may receive a better price for doing so, but you can take it to any pallet truck shop and have their repair team take a look at it.

Regular checks on pallet trucks are required by law to minimalise the risk of injury. Items that need to be checked are the wheels, the bearings, the jack and the forks.

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Pallet trucks are machines designed to lift and move a series of stacked pallets easily and safely. The pallet is positioned into the pallets using the two front forks, they are then jacked up so they are off the floor, and the steering handle and wheels are used to more the pallets to where they need to go.

Here are 5 things you know about pallet trucks if you are thinking about buying one or using one:

1. Different Names – pallet trucks are called a few different names such as pallet jacks, pump truck, and hand pallet truck. All of which refer to the same machine which lifts stacks of pallets and moves them around with ease.
2. Manual or Powered Pallet Trucks – pallet trucks are available in a wide range including manual or powered. As the name suggests the manual pallet truck requires manual effort and the powered pallet truck is electric and does everything for you.
3. Pallet Trucks for Food Industries – if you are using a pallet truck in the food industry then you will need a Galvanised Pallet Truck. This type of pallet truck is corrosive free and fully sealed so no rust or oxidation from the pallet truck is transferred to the food products in motion.
4. Pallet Trucks for Chemical Industries – as with the food industry with chemicals and pharmaceutical products it is necessary to protect the goods and so special pallet trucks need to be used. Galvanised and Stainless Steel Pallet Trucks are used in this industry because they have protective sealants to avoid contamination.
5. Pallet Trucks that Weigh – to make your job easier you can purchase pallet trucks with weighing scales built into them so you don’t have to struggle weighing the pallets and you don’t have to guess. Overloading the pallet truck can cause it to fail and will eventually break.

You can find more information about pallet trucks and their uses online by visiting websites or by visiting your local supplier and talking to a sales representative. Be sure you know your requirements of pallet truck before you purchase one and take on board the advice given to you by the company selling it to you.

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Plastic Pallets – why are they used

Pallets are more commonly made from wood, but today you also come across pallets that are available in plastic and many places across Europe use them. There are advantages to using plastic pallet trucks over wooden pallets such as they are easier to clean and they are more hygienic, they don’t soak in any odors, they have a longer life span and a lighter weight and so its easier to maneuver them. Many people in the food industry use plastic pallets due to hygiene regulations (HACCP) but they do tend to be more expensive than wooden pallets, plastic pallet trucks are becoming increasingly popular although 90% of pallets are made from wood and 2% are made from plastic.

How to choose the best plastic pallet for its job

It is essential to choose the right kind of pallet for the job at hand, if you choose the wrong pallets you won’t be able to use them and you may have wasted your money. How can you be sure you are buying the right plastic pallets for the right job? You’ll need to know how much weight the pallets will be expected to hold, what type of pallet truck do you own and will the new plastic pallets work with your pallet truck, or you’ll need to consider this if you are purchasing a new pallet truck, are the pallets going to be used for shipping, and ask yourself will you need stackable pallets for example how much space do you have to store unused pallets.

Your pallet truck and your plastic pallets

There is no point in buying plastic pallets if the pallet truck you own does not cater for plastic pallets, unless you are wanting to buy a new pallet truck or exchange it. Some pallet trucks are better suited to some pallets than others and so it is important to check before you buy your pallets. Plastic pallets come in all different shapes and sizes and so check the measurements of your pallet truck when ordering your plastic pallets and the shape to ensure the forks will fit into the pallets. 

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A hand pallet truck is a tool designed to help lift and move pallets. Pallets are the platform that heavy goods are placed on top of, the pallets are usually made from wood but can be made from plastic as well. All companies use pallets for a basis to place their goods on top whether it is food, or white goods, furniture or toys, anything and everything. Hand pallet trucks make the job of lifting and moving the pallets around a lot easier and faster.

How do hand pallet trucks work?

Hand pallet trucks have two forks that are horizontal to the ground attached to the steering handles and the jack. The forks are placed in the pallet and then it is jacked up so it is clear off the ground allowing for the hand pallet truck to be moved around using the steering wheel freely and easily. Great care needs to be taken when using hand pallet trucks as you are dealing with large heavy loads that be dangerous and seriously hurt yourself or others and so it is essential that the proper training is received before using the pallet truck.

Who uses hand pallet trucks?

Hand pallet trucks are widely used in businesses and factories. Any business that moves heavy loads on a consistent basis will need a pallet truck; this involves a very large portion of the businesses out there. Factories also use hand pallet trucks when moving goods, whether this is moving goods into the vans ready for dispatch or moving heavy machinery or large amounts of goods from one room within the factory to another. Hand pallet trucks are not only used by large corporate organizations but by smaller businesses as well. Small shops, café and restaurants use hand pallet trucks to move their heavy food goods from one area to another for example unloading the vans of produce. 

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Avant pallet fork is the basic attachment for lifting and handling of different types of materials on pallets. Forks can easily be adjusted thanks to the quick lock mechanism. The forks are made of high tensile forged steel and designed in accordance with the ISO2330 standard.

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Hi this is some video of us putting on our new pallet forks on our 463 bobcat we are looking for a blade and backhoe and more thet will fit this if you have some thing and are in il. let me know thanks for looking

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Do not use pallet forks like this. There is a reason why man baskets where invented.

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The EDGE Pallet Forks by CEAttachments are vital attachments for any industry where bulky baled or palletized materials are moved. The EDGE Standard Duty Pallet Forks include side steps which make it easy to get in and out of the cab, EDGE Medium Duty Pallet Forks provide a walk-through style frame and the EDGE Heavy Duty Pallet Forks are designed for tough applications and high horsepower skid steers. All three models can be custom branded with your company logo and are available in sizes ranging from 36″/3700 lbs. to 72″/6000 lbs. Hydraulic Pallet Forks are also available in sideshift, rotating or sliding tine styles for use in nursery, recycling, industrial and many other applications. Contact us toll-free at 866-232-8224 for all of your attachment needs! CEAttachments – Every Attachment for Every Job!

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A rough terrain pallet truck is specially built to move product in working conditions of uneven, rugged gound.  It does the same job as a normal pallet truck but can be of a sturdier build and because of the straddle of the forks can lift pallets that a normal pallet truck might not.

Any business or industry that works in conditions that involve uneven, rough terrain might need a rough terrain pallet truck. If you work on a farm, construction site or garden centre where the terrain isn’t even enough to use a standard pallet truck then a rough terrain pallet truck may be the answer.  When choosing pallet trucks it’s a good idea to talk to your employees to get their feedback about what they need to do the job and talk to your Health and Safety advisor about safety. There are a variety of rough terrain pallet trucks built for indoor and outdoor use to choose from.

Larger tyres
Rough terrain pallet trucks have larger pneumatic tyres than standard pallet trucks to give more stability and gripping properties.

Forks
The straddle forks are of strong construction and the positions of the forks can be adjusted to accommodate a range of different pallets.  These can be widened or highered and lowered as required.

Build
The steel frames are built to lift heavy loads.  The instruction manual has information of what the load bearing weight of the pallet truck is.  

Safety
A rough terrain pallet truck can help to minimize accidents by accessing places where many normal pallet trucks cannot gain access to.  Familiarise yourself with the safety manual before operating this pallet truck. 

The rough terrain pallet truck lends great strength and versatility to the less accessible harsher jobs that may otherwise have needed a fork lift truck. 

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Pallet trucks are designed to move heavy loads of materials from one place to another. All pallet trucks have a capacity weight and this maximum weight should not be exceeded for the safety of the operator and the upkeep of the pallet truck.

Pallet trucks with electronic scales gives you absolute certainty that you are within the weight capacity specified. As you load on the materials you can keep checking the scales to see what weight you are at and if you can load any more on to the pallet truck.

How does the weighing machine on the pallet truck work?

Pallet trucks with electronic scales usually have a LCD display screen and so once you have loaded the materials on to the pallet truck you can clearly see the weight of the load. The digital display is waterproof and of high contrast to ensure visibility in even poor weather conditions. 

The advantages to using a pallet truck with electronic scales

The added feature of electric scales carries many benefits, here are a few:

you can choose and set the scale of weight – it is all mechanically modified

any load that is lifted onto the pallet truck is instantly weighed

useful for checking weights while offloading incoming goods to prevent errors in order picking

helps determine shipping weights

prevents overloading lorries

the scale can be programmed to talk directly to with a truck terminal or warehouse management system if desired 

allows you to weigh more accurately and quickly – saves you time

can help to reduce work place injuries as there is no need to weigh the materials separately

Pallet trucks with an electronic weighing feature may cost a little more than the standard pallet truck but the benefits you will get out of it will be well worth the added cost.

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