When Should You Retire Your Forklift?

Forklifts are incredible tools that are utilized in many different industries and workplaces. They make daily tasks easier to complete! Our team at CCon Metals can help you stock up on the parts you need or evaluate your current forklift for a trade-in. Unfortunately no matter how well you care for your forklift, eventually it will reach the end of its life. 

1. It’s Beyond the Normal Wear and Tear

All equipment will encounter a normal amount of wear and tear over time, but too much wear and tear can cause a forklift to become inoperable. A few common signs that you’ll see as a forklift is reaching the end of its life include battery problems, hydraulic leaks, and difficulty steering. 

2. More Repairs Than Getting to Work

One of the top signs it’s time to retire your forklift is when it’s spending more time being repaired than helping you accomplish your tasks. In these situations, you are spending money and losing time! Less productivity from your machine is a true sign it’s time to have a look at its remaining value.

3. You Want Newer Technology

Sometimes it’s not only about the condition or remaining life of your forklift, but the available features and technology in your current model. It’s no secret that there are constantly new advancements and releases in machinery, and that includes forklift technology. You might reach a point where you’d benefit from retiring your current model for newer tech.

If you’re ready to upgrade to a different forklift, we’d love to share our selection with you. Visit us in Granite Falls, NC, to have a look! We proudly serve the Hickory and Lenoir areas.