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Red forklift parked indoors near stacked wooden crates in a spacious, well-lit warehouse environment.
1 days ago

Forklift Finance Options in the UK: Lease, Hire Purchase, Contract Hire Compared

Forklift finance explained: lease vs HP vs contract hire, and how to choose the right option for your warehouse fleet.
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A red and black EP Equipment forklift is parked on wet pavement, with its forks lifting a shrink-wrapped pallet. A red truck and industrial items are visible in the background.
2 weeks ago

How to Spec an Electric Forklift for a New Warehouse

Specifying forklifts for a new warehouse? Here's how to get aisle width, load profile, battery type and fleet size right from the start.
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Blue industrial power plug attached to a green and black device inside a metal frame.
A month ago

Opportunity Charging Explained: How Lithium Eliminates the Battery Room

Lithium opportunity charging lets forklifts top up in short bursts, removing the battery room and freeing up warehouse space.
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Green battery installed inside a black industrial machine with connected power cables and secured by metal straps.
A month ago

Opportunity Charging Explained: How Lithium Eliminates the Battery Room

Opportunity charging lets lithium forklifts top up during breaks instead of waiting on a battery room, swap crane, or full charge cycle.
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Black multi-drawer LASER tool chest with keys in lock, open drawers displaying toolkits, positioned in front of a forklift in a workshop.
1 month ago

LOLER Inspections for Forklifts: Who's Responsible and What It Costs

LOLER forklift inspections are a legal requirement, but who's responsible and what it costs trips up many UK businesses.
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Two red forklifts are loaded onto a flatbed trailer, parked near a gray industrial building under a cloudy sky.
2 months ago

How Quickly Can You Get a Forklift on Site? UK Lead Times Explained

How quickly can you get a forklift on site in the UK? From genuine next day forklift hire to long-term contracts, iLift explains realistic lead times, the key factors that affect delivery speed, and how to avoid costly downtime when you need equipment fast.
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A red forklift is lifting a large shipping container in an industrial yard. Wooden pallets are stacked nearby, under a cloudy sky. Depicts heavy machinery in action.
2 months ago

Forklift Hire Contracts: What's Actually Included (and What Isn't)

Knowing what's included in forklift hire before you sign can save your business from unexpected costs. Most contracts cover maintenance, breakdown support, and LOLER examinations but delivery, operator training, accidental damage, and excess usage charges are typically excluded. This guide breaks down the standard inclusions, the common gaps, and the compliance responsibilities that always stay with you as the hirer.
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Red and black electric forklift against a white background, side view. It has a protective canopy and dual front forks. Industrial setting.
4 months ago

Reach Truck vs Order Picker – Which Truck to Rent?

A practical guide for warehouse managers comparing reach trucks and order pickers, with hire tips and iLift options.
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A red forklift with white tires is secured on a flatbed trailer in an outdoor industrial area under a cloudy sky.
4 months ago

Forklift Hire Pitfalls: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid hidden forklift hire fees and compliance risks with practical checks that keep your site productive and protected.
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