Sales Department
Lift Trucks And The Great Recession
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 There are any number of reasons the world teetered on the brink of financial ruin, most of them are important, many are debatable and all of them are too complex for us to try to address here. What we can address is some of the numbers seen in the forklift industry as a result of that recession, and more importantly perhaps, the affect it will have for many more years to come.
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 "Here it damages product, although it may put our staff at risk too. But would you touch on rear end swing?"
Te see it all the time, or at least the results. Look at your forklift counter weights. How's the condition of the paint. Operators generally have a great feel for it, but pedestrians may not. If that pedestrian hasn't been seen by the operator we'll have another painful statistic. Rear end swing is of course the quick pivoting a forklift has steering with its rear wheels. You can see an image of it here. OSHA's eTool addresses it as well. Read that here.
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| Rental Department
Renting: The Articulated Lift
|  Time and again you hear the easiest way to try new equipment and even workflow ideas is through rental equipment. We would like you to consider a type of equipment that is gaining popularity in recent years. Articulated forklifts, namely the Flexi lift. We have pointed out the savings on space previously and would like to share another article with you here.
There is something about an articulated fork lift truck that arouses the 'Marmite' factor in those in the supply chain industry - you either love them or hate them, but according to one stakeholder, admittedly with a vested interest, those against the concept simply haven't given it a fair trial. Designed specifically to optimize space in warehouses holding freight stacked on racking, thus enabling the use of narrower aisles, they are at first sight unarguably a touch unorthodox.
Remember, we invite you to call us at 763-425-9066 or 800-523-0611. We will put you in touch with your area's territory manager or our rental manager, answer your questions.
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For the Veterans - Free Forklift Safety Certification
Know a Vet? Let's Help the Vet!
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 With the support of Toyota Material Handling, Toyota Lift of Minnesota has been certifying veterans for forklift operation for over two years. That work continues into 2014. Our next class is scheduled for March 12th. You can read more about that and register through this link. As stated, we will be continually offering additional dates through 2014. You can always watch our event calendar for updates on class scheduling. We work to have dates set on the calendar for the two upcoming months. Our hat's off to Toyota Material Handling for their ongoing support for our veterans. |
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5 Watercooler Forklift Parts Facts
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 What's your favorite parts topic? What, you can't think of one? It's no surprise really, not a lot of thought is spent hashing over forklift parts. Generally the focus is on the bigger sexier departments like service or sales. The parts department and its staff quietly churn out solid customer service making it look much easier than it is. With attention to detail and a tenacious approach to gathering information, day in and day out the right parts are inventoried, sold and shipped. |
"We missed your last train the trainer class but would still like to look into having our people test and certify our operators."
If you have staff willing to be trainers it is the best solution for your company. Your staff working with your staff on your equipment in your environment. You really couldn't ask for more. If you'd like a good look at what the material covers you can see a demo of the videos here.  | | Forklift Safety Video Demo - Now in DVD |
We would certainly be happy to have our trainers give some pointers to anyone your going to appoint as your trainer. Call us for more information at 763-315-9288.
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| Service Department
Where The Cost Resides
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 There isn't any doubt that as a capital expense, forklifts will make more than a ripple on the books when the investment is made. But the initial purchase is just the beginning of costs surrounding a forklift entering your operation. Other more known costs would be maintenance. Everyone seems to focus on that don't they? Then there is fuel. The biggest cost of operating a forklift isn't focused on much at all, and that cost is the operator. We created this infographic to share just one example of numbers surrounding a forklift, and where the operator's cost falls into things. |
| Forklift Photo Moment
Ask Us About Our Custom Attachments!
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OK, we wouldn't recommend you doing this at home.
See more material handling photos and videos [many of them fun] at our Pinterest site. Follow this link.
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Warehousing Systems
Warehouse Safety and Traffic Management Planning
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 Toyota Lift of Minnesota would welcome the opportunity to work with you and your warehouse safety concerns. Call us at 763-425-9066 and ask for Bill Bezenar in warehousing. We'll work closely with you at maximizing safety in your workplace. Warehouses can be very busy places when new stock arrives, other items are being made ready for an order, and rotating stock to maintain quality. This normally involves forklift/s, delivery trucks, pick & reach equipment, trolley stackers and people movement within the warehouse. |
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About Us
Toyota Lift of Minnesota has been serving its customers and the industry for over 35 years. Our mission is to improve your productivity and bottom line through better products, services and customer service personnel.
Toyota-Lift of Minnesota
8601 Xylon Court North
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55445
Phone 763-425-9066 Toll Free 800-523-0611
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| GSA Sales
Providing Product and Service Leadership
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Offering most favored customer pricing and volume discounts, Toyota Lift Truck brings you savings in both time and money. Through Toyota Lift's GSA Schedule, you can purchase Toyota forklifts, the number one rated forklift in the world for quality and customer satisfaction. Also we offer Crown industrial batteries.
- Pre-qualification of pricing and quality has already been done by GSA for all government purchasers
- Through Toyota Lift of Minnesota's GSA Schedule, customers benefit from a direct relationship with volume discount pricing, 100% quality products, warranty and delivery, with significant opportunities to help meet your small business goals
- Orders placed against Toyota Lift Truck's GSA Schedule meet FAR regulations and are considered to be issued using full and open competition.
Contact Toyota Lift of Minnesota for your GSA Schedule needs.
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 | Free OSHA Forklift Rules Poster
Would look great in your lunchroom! | Call us or email us at
sales@toyotaequipment.com
We'll mail one off to you immediately! |
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Great Source For Warehouse Supplies | | Toyota Lift of Minnesota offers you an easy way to shop for all your associated needs. Follow the link below and see for yourself. From lockers to storage bins, we have it all.
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The loading dock is a common place for forklift accidents and injuries. Luckily this occasion didn't directly involve anyone. Now all that's left is the acid spill clean up, righting the unit and the repair.
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Great Source For All Things Forklift |
Yet another catalog that brings it all together for you is our "Everything Around the Lift Truck" catalog. Click the link below to review or download it. Call 763-315-9288 for more information or to order!
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