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Forklift Service Contracts

Downtime is one of the biggest expenses a company can face. In addition to the repair bill, you lose money every moment your supply chain is offline.

Sure, forklifts are rugged, reliable, and last 20,000 hours or more, but they do need periodic maintenance. Regular service and inspections help you catch small issues before they become big, expensive problems. A forklift service contracts plan helps you:

• • Avoid downtime
  • Choose when your forklift goes offline for service – no surprises
  • Stick to your budget
  • Extend the life of your forklift
  • Prevent unexpected repair bills
  • Boost the resale value of your lift truck
  • Get the most out of your forklift investment

Both full and planned maintenance can be financed along with your forklift purchase. Which one is right for you?

When to Choose Full vs. Planned Forklift Maintenance

Here’s the short answer:

If you don’t use your forklift a lot (fewer than 15 hours per week), planned maintenance tends to be a more cost-effective option. It’s also a good choice for smaller operations.

With planned maintenance, you pay a flat rate for basic services such as filter replacement and oil changes (for Internal Combustion forklifts), battery checks (electric forklifts) and a thorough inspection. Replacement parts and additional repairs are not included. Think of it as a safety check-up for your forklift every 90 days.

A full maintenance plan covers labor and replacement parts (planned covers labor only). Full maintenance also includes the major 1000 and 2000-hour services. This is a very cost-effective option for fleets with medium to high-hour applications.

Full maintenance allows you to focus on your core business, while we take care of your equipment. Our factory-certified technicians monitor and maintain your forklift(s) for one flat monthly fee – which you can finance as part of your forklift purchase. Pricing is based on estimated use.

Full vs. Planned Forklift Maintenance – Pros and Cons

Planned Maintenance – Pros

• Our certified technician regularly inspects your forklift and can answer any questions you have about its functionality.
• You only pay for forklift service when it’s performed (on a 250-hour interval, typically 30, 60 or 90-days.
• We’ll remind you when your truck needs service
• Schedule a tech to work on your truck whenever it’s convenient
• Pay a flat rate, no travel time charged
• Our service tech will also inspect the mast, lift chains, forks, hydraulics, braking system, motor, safety components and any attachments

Planned Maintenance – Cons

• You have greater financial responsibility for forklift service and repairs vs. full maintenance
• Breakdowns aren’t covered
• Doesn’t include 1000-hour and 2000-hour major services
• Doesn’t include labor for repairs and/or parts for repairs or services

Full Maintenance Service Contracts

Full Maintenance – Pros

• Pay a predictable, flat-rate monthly fee to maintain your forklift
• All repairs and service calls for normal wear and tear are covered – no surprises
• No quotes or bills to review
• All major components and services are covered under the silver and platinum maintenance agreement
• Improves truck resale value

Full Maintenance – Cons

• Doesn’t cover operator abuse or accidents
  (we offer operator training and telemetry devices to help prevent these situations, and our FMP plan includes coverage for abuse/misuse up to Rm500 per occurrence).

6 Reasons to Choose Ace Power Equipment for Forklift Service and Repair

1. Ace Power Equipment is a private-owned business
2. 20+ years of dock to dock material handling experience
3. Strategically-located in Southern State Johor, Ulu Tiram, Perindustrian Cemerlang
4. 12-hour mobile service and repair

When You Request Forklift Repair, We Send the Best
Our forklift technicians can handle repairs on any make or model of forklift. Schedule forklift service online, or by Contacting Us. We’re also happy to answer any questions you may have about whether a planned or full maintenance service contract is right for you.

 

Anatomy of a Toyota Forklift. Before someone can operate a forklift truck safely, it’s crucial to know the ins and outs of the material handling equipment you’re operating. While there are several different forklift types, almost all forklift trucks have the same basic components, systems, and accessories. Here’s a primer on the main parts of a forklift.

 Cab

The cab is where the operator sits or stands and contains the controls for operating for the forklift. The controls include the steering wheel, lift controls, brake and accelerator pedals, safety signals, and more.

Overhead Guard

Directly above the cab is the overhead guard. This protects the forklift operator from weather conditions, and falling materials.

Counterweight

Essential to the safe functioning of a counterbalance forklift truck, the counterweight prevents trucks from tipping over when lifting and transporting a heavy load.

Forks

The forks are two large, steel tines which jut out from the truck and are designed to handle cargo and materials, lift pallets, and bring product down from high shelves.

Undercarriage

The undercarriage of a forklift is the underside of the cab and contains the mechanics of the truck. Like an automobile, the undercarriage of the forklift should be inspected and maintained regularly for safety and longevity.

Fuel Tank

Gas-powered forklifts have a fuel tank attached to the rear which holds the fuel for the truck. Depending on the model, these fuel tanks may contain gasoline, diesel, LPG, or CNG.

Wheels/ Tyre

The type of tires found on a forklift is dependent upon the conditions it is being used in.

• Cushion tires, designed for indoor, paved surfaces, are composed of solid rubber and are directly pressed onto the wheel.
• Solid pneumatic tires are designed of solid rubber and practically indestructible. They are used for indoor and outdoor applications.
• Air-filled pneumatic tires have a deep tread and are made of strong, long-lasting rubber material. These tires are better for rough, outdoor terrain.

Mast

The forks move up and down on the mast on a lift truck.

Hydraulic Lift Cylinder

Needed to move the forks up the mast, the hydraulic lift cylinder is responsible for the total vertical lift of the reach truck.