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well, brand new. It has a first-owner a visual standpoint, but rotten wiring but when we do, it will raise that question
warranty specifically configured to meet has become a huge maintenance issue. again. Remote control loading/unloading
your needs. In some cases, it also comes Manufacturers are replacing hoods is a new feature all the manufacturers
with a host of highly advantageous new with plastic or composite materials, but are starting to offer. Having the operator
features, technologies, and options. the frames, wheels and wiring are still standing on the ground with a remote in
Building materials dealers typically do susceptible to rust. These are all things his hand is preferred to sitting in a forklift
not put the miles on a truck like trucking that must be looked at when choosing a bouncing around in the air. However, the
companies would but whether the truck used or new piece of equipment. Whether option is costly at the moment. Multi-
was originally specified with heavy duty purchasing new or pre-owned, fleet directional 4-Way models like the Moffett
components will make a difference in the managers should consider longevity, the M8 55.4 NX bring flexibility to the job site
equipment’s useable lifespan. availability of reliable parts, and service and deliver long loads through otherwise
Purchasing previously owned accessibility. unreachable doorways, laneways, and
equipment can be a good investment narrow openings. Recently announced
provided you do your research and ensure Targeting Trends options include high-definition rear-view
the equipment is ready for all deliveries. The pandemic gap lit a larger fire cameras and flat-free Michelin airless
Reputable authorized dealers put pre- under construction, driving further tires.
owned packages through rigorous testing demand for lumber and building materials On the truck side manual
to meet stringent standards, provide and an ever-rising need for efficient transmissions are a thing of the past. Not
a warranty and put their name on the material handling and logistics solutions. only are they a driver deterrent, (younger
equipment. Pre-owned offers obvious cost Manufacturers are always working on operators lack experience in shifting
savings, but investment goes beyond the ways to improve their products. Next- manuals) the automatic transmissions
transaction, and cost does not necessarily generation, high-tech specialty equipment are proven to be more efficient, more
equate to value. There is a clear trend that delivers it all is at the top of market driver friendly and cheaper to operate.
of customers keeping their equipment trends. The 4-way option, the pantograph The complexity of the truck business has
years longer than in the past. Some truck fork options, and cold weather packages complicated the choice of choosing the
mounted forklifts are still on the road should be considered. Electric is in right truck. Vendor specific drivetrains,
after 15 years. our future, but I don’t know how soon. and the shortage of trained technicians
The wide-spread use of chemicals Ministries of Transportation have never have limited people’s choices. A 25 ft
to clear snow and ice has increased the liked the fork-lifts hanging on the back of Moffett deck is now considered the norm.
need to guard against rust. Not only from a truck. We have not seen a forklift fall off, They were stretched out to 26 feet, but

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