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What you should know before starting to use a battery charger
04 June 2018
When you purchase a new battery charger, it is very important to take certain things into account before plugging it into the socket. If an incorrect action is performed, your new battery charger could fail. What exactly do you need to pay attention to? Let's give you a summary.
Interview with an expert: Our consumables expert Tjakke talks about optimising the range
18 April 2018
Tjakke Stevens is the product specialist for the consumables range. He started working in our warehouse where he got to know TVH and all of the products. This detailed product knowledge allows him to excel at his current job: product specialist and buyer.
How do you select a reliable supplier?
As a successful entrepreneur, you know your customers and the competition, you are aware of what's playing on the market and you master your trade. Fine! But there's another important aspect: your...
When do you opt for a built-in or stand-alone traction battery charger?
Do you wish to extend the lifespan of your batteries? Do you want to obtain a maximum return from your machine? The traction battery charger plays a crucial part in this. Charging properly means that...
Lift truck accidents: prevention is better than cure
An accident with a lift truck? It happens faster than we think. The most important causes are inappropriate driving behaviour on a wet, concrete floor and not observing a minimum safe distance from...
How do I correctly charge traction batteries?
Batteries are often referred to as the ‘heart of the electric lift truck’. So it is important to take care of them in the best possible way. But what do you need to pay attention to in order to charge...
5 tips to safely work with a forklift
A safe working environment in a warehouse remains an important working point, both for employees and the employers. Without concrete agreements, a warehouse can turn out to be a high-risk workplace...
Inspect your lift truck forks to increase your safety
Did you know that is it best to check your lift truck forks for wear every year? A lot of lift truck drivers forget to perform this inspection. That's a shame, as working with worn or cracks forks is dangerous.
Checklist: is your forklift ready for the summer?
The first rays of sunshine, a melting ice cream, a refreshing dip in the water, the smell of suntan lotion ... We can't deny it: summer is coming. We water the flowers extra, park our car in the shade...
Lubrication of the lift chain: our tips
The lift chain is an important part of the lift truck that deserves a lot of attention. The lifespan and good functioning of a lift chain depend on its use and maintenance. Each mechanical system...
5 points of concern when choosing lift truck forks
Selecting the correct fork helps to prevent damage to your goods, lift truck and infrastructure. How exactly do you choose the right fork? Below we will guide you through the 5 major questions you should ask yourself.
What influence does the temperature have on the functioning of my lift truck?
Cold, warm, cold ... Did you ever consider that the temperature has an influence on the functioning of a lift truck? No? Don't panic: below you can find a short overview of common situations during the winter and summer months.
