FillisService | The winter is coming, check your forklifts

The weather is so far quite good with high temperatures and little rain, but winter is approaching and it may cause problems in your business operation. Our company urges you to see from another perspective your readiness for the winter in order to avoid unnecessary costs or interruption of your work. If you have not taken the necessary measures for maintenance and preparation of your forklifts for the rain and low temperatures that will follow, it is advisable to do so now.

We hereby mention some key measures that will ensure that your lifting equipment will continue operating smoothly in all weather conditions.

 

 

• Make sure that the engine cooling system has the proper amount of antifreeze.
• Make sure that lubricants are kept in adequate quantity and quality to keep the vehicle in operation in harsh weather conditions.
• Make sure that tires are in good condition or obtain suitable tires for the winter.
• Check the scheduled service of all lifting machines.
• Carry out daily checks on the important points of your machines.
• Check out that all outdoor areas where you kept your lifting machines can provide the appropriate storage conditions.
• Ensure that staff knows how to use the equipment safely in adverse conditions.

 

It is important to know that the batteries in electric vehicles do not operate at low temperatures at maximum efficiency, thus they require additional charging time. Additionally think the alternative of maintaining an extra battery in case of emergency.

Heavy rain may cause mud in the workplace and it is important to know that the forklifts should be cleaned regularly to avoid damage to the air intake system from discarded objects and leaves.

Make sure that your operators are properly equipped to deal with harsh weather conditions with the appropriate clothing.

If you doubt the readiness of your equipment, contact us and arrange with us the appropriate measures for the maintenance of your forklift machine.