If you are investigating compact counterbalanced forklift trucks in and around Portsmouth PO1 you should be aware that a newspaper distribution company was fined £125,000 when a van driver suffered severe head injuries after being hit in the head by a reversing forklift. The forklift driver had reversed without looking.

When searching for compact counterbalanced forklift trucks in and around Portsmouth PO1 ensure you get a good demonstration of the machine you are considering, especially if you are looking at a used forklift. Driving a forklift around a car park for a few minutes is not comparable with using it in your warehouse. Arrange for a proper demonstration at your premises for a fixed period of time in order to give you the chance to identify any problems it may have.

While you are researching compact counterbalanced forklift trucks in and around Portsmouth PO1 it may help you to know that an articulated forklift truck can work in narrower aisle than either a reach or counterbalance forklift and therefore could help to increase storage capacity by up to 50%.