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Since 1976 H&F Trucks have provided local business with high quality materials handling solutions. For nearly four decades we have achieved steady growth year on year, enabling us to provide superior service to our customers from a stable & sustainable business platform.

The Importance of Forklift Truck Servicing in Protecting Your Equipment

Whatever type of business you run or however many forklifts you have, there’s one rule of thumb you need to follow – taking good care of your equipment by undertaking ongoing servicing.

Regular servicing makes sure your forklifts run smoothly. This will prevent costly repairs and unexpected downtime. 

We’ve pulled together a guide to reiterate just how important forklift servicing is for keeping your equipment in excellent working order.

Preventing Major Breakdowns

Regular servicing gives technicians the chance to catch common forklift issues before they turn into major problems. A minor fault like a worn brake pad or low hydraulic fluid can be fixed quickly during routine checks. However, if left unattended, such issues could result in more serious breakdowns. This can lead to hefty repairs and downtime which we appreciate you can’t afford to endure.

By addressing such problems early, you’ll save both time and money. Setting aside time for maintenance guarantees that your forklifts stay operational when you need it most.

Ensuring Workplace Safety

Forklifts are powerful machines. When they’re not properly maintained, forklifts can become a safety risk. Faulty brakes, steering issues or worn-out parts – all three can lead to accidents. This can put both your employees and goods at risk. 

Regular forklift truck servicing brings peace of mind that your forklifts are working as they should, lowering the chance of workplace injuries.

Extending Equipment Lifespan

We appreciate you want your forklifts to last for as long as possible. They’re a significant investment, but servicing them regularly helps you get the most out of them. Just like when you take your car in for its MOT, forklift servicing works in a similar way.

Servicing professionals take a good look at the equipment and replace parts before they wear out completely, ensuring your forklift continues to perform reliability. It’s this attention to maintenance that can extend the overall lifespan of your forklift. And the good news is, you won’t have to purchase a new one prematurely. 

Boosting Performance

Forklifts that are serviced regularly are going to run much more efficiently over those that are neglected. Whether it’s checking the engine, tyres or hydraulics, maintenance makes sure every part is working correctly. This will not only elevate its overall performance but keep your team productive without the worry over unexpected breakdowns.

When you keep your forklifts running at their best, you’ll notice a boost in productivity and fewer interruptions. What’s more, you should have no problem meeting deadlines and targets.

Compliance with Safety Regulations

Staying compliant with safety regulations is a must for any business that uses forklifts. Regular servicing ensures your forklifts meet the required standards. These include LOLER and PUWER regulations. Both of these are in place to keep your workplace safe. Ignoring maintenance could result in huge fines, not to forget legal issues if your equipment doesn’t pass inspections.

When you keep up with scheduled servicing, you’ll meet your legal obligations and keep your team safe. It’s a simple step that gives you the assurance your forklifts are in line with safety standards.

There’s no denying how important forklift servicing is for keeping your equipment in tip-top condition. 

At H&F Lift Trucks, we offer reliable servicing to help you avoid breakdowns. Get in touch with us today to learn more about how we can help maintain your forklifts and keep your business on the right path. 

 

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Testimonials

H&F have supplied us with all our fork lift equipment for in excess of ten years now, and have maintained it in accordance with our stringent operation requirements. During this time they have provided a consistently high level of service (including short term hire when required) whilst never failing to support us in a totally honest and professional manner.

Ashley Basset, Director
R G Bassett & Sons Ltd

H&F Lift Trucks are a pleasure to deal with. All staff, Technicians, Sales and Directors have hands-on experience of all ranges of vehicles they supply. From initial assessments and listening to all users of a potential new vehicle requirement, they keep us informed of all aspects of specification and lead times through to delivery. Their maintenance service is superb – they organise suitable times around our busy working day with our Yard Managers. Any accidental damage or operator error faults are always discussed with me and dealt with fairly – not like some unscrupulous suppliers who seek to profit at every service visit! In a cut-throat market, where we are offered “good deals” a few quid cheaper every day, we are never tempted to stray.

James Hipkins, Managing Director
Emerys

Pym and Wildsmith have been working closely with H&F Fork Trucks for many years. Their service is excellent, ranging from prompt callouts to breakdowns through to the supply of new trucks. We would not hesitate to recommend them.

Ian Pym, Operations Manager
Pym & Wildsmith

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