There are very few industries that don’t benefit from having a fleet of forklifts for lifting, carrying and even pushing or towing loads, indoors or out. These nifty little lifters that work so hard for us, doing everything from shifting bales of hay down on the farm to manoeuvring steel beams on a construction site, are certainly deserving of the best care and attention available when it comes to forklift breakdowns, repairs and maintenance.
We have a team of qualified forklift specialists available to keep your electric, diesel or petrol-powered forklift trucks in tip-top condition so they’ll keep things moving for many thousands of hours of use (the average lifespan for a forklift is 10,000 to 20,000 hours, which is roughly five to ten years).
If your forklift operates in a harsh environment and it is subject to frequent, heavy use it’s longevity will be impacted and the need for regular maintenance is even more crucial.
We work on forklifts of all types, makes and models with all load capacities, such as:
Terminal tractors or tugs, also known as shunters or yard trucks, provide the muscle power needed in a variety of industries, chiefly shipping and truck transportation. These robust vehicles with a tight turning radius are specifically designed to deftly manoeuvre large containers or other heavy cargo on specialised trailers in small spaces.
Characterised by their short wheelbase and compact design, terminal tractors feature a single-person cab with large windows, offset to the side of the powerful engine. They are equipped with a fifth-wheel coupling that can lift and lower trailer legs for easy hook up and movement.
Like any workhorse, terminal tractors are prone to developing problems caused by wear and tear and damage. Some of the more common issues we deal with are:
Prevention is always better than cure, so we offer bespoke service contracts for regular checks and inspections to pre-empt any serious problems developing. Let our experts save you time and money with regular terminal tractor maintenance and LOLER compliance inspections.
Anywhere that heavy machinery is operating and people are working needs to be kept clean and clear of debris which may cause a health and safety hazard, and impact on the performance of vehicles and machinery in the area.
That’s why places like factory floors, airports and shipping terminals rely on terminal sweepers – a range of devices designed for quick, comprehensive, frequent and safely executed clean-ups.
Although terminal sweepers in the main don’t require a great deal of maintenance, they are not invincible, which is why our engineers have familiarised themselves with the different types of terminal sweepers utilised by our clients. We are able to check and repair most terminal sweepers – particularly the all-important magnetic sweepers that are used to collect metallic debris like nuts, bolts and other pieces of metal FOD (Foreign Object Debris) from flat surfaces.
Magnetic sweepers come in various forms such as those towed behind or hung below a vehicle, attached to a forklift, push along, or self-propelled ride-on sweepers. They guard against metal waste damaging tyres on equipment and causing injuries to personnel.
We respond promptly if your all-important terminal sweepers encounter issues like power-source problems, overheating, clogs, loose screws or bolts, broken connections or anything else.
