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5 Reasons Why You Should Choose An Engine Forklift Truck

5 Reasons Why You Should Choose An Engine Forklift Truck

When it comes to choosing counterbalance forklifts you have two main options: powered by electricity or by an engine.

Some great things are being done with electrification and there are certainly places in your fleet for electric trucks, but there is still a lot to be said for internal combustion (IC) engines.

Whilst we certainly recommend embracing the future by going electric, we also strongly believe that every fleet can profit from a truck or two powered by an engine.

Here are five benefits of engine forklifts and why they can still be a useful addition to your operations.

Counterbalance // 4 min read
Forklift Compliance: 5 Regulations You Need to Know About Now

Forklift Compliance: 5 Regulations You Need to Know About Now

If your business uses forklifts, then you need to be aware of forklift legislation and how to comply with the rules and regulations. 

As well as making sure that you stay on the right side of the law, being compliant means that you know you’re doing everything you can to keep your employees safe at work. Here are five pieces of forklift truck legislation and guidance that you need to know about.

Related read: How to Create a Culture of Health and Safety in the Workplace

Business Development // 6 min read
5 Ways Investing in Staff Could Save Your Forklift Fleet Money

5 Ways Investing in Staff Could Save Your Forklift Fleet Money

There’s a tricky balancing act to operating as efficiently as possible while not breaking the bank. Fortunately, there are ways to do this – and it all starts with your staff.

If you want to get the absolute best out of your employees, then you should be prepared to give your best to them first. Remember: you’re a team, and if a team member is feeling left behind or is not up to the task (particularly when it comes to material handling), it can affect everybody around them – even the business itself.

Having the best people on board can help you to generate more revenue and is key to growing your operations. Here are five reasons why investing in your staff will save your forklift fleet money in the long run.

Business Development // 4 min read
Warehouse Sustainability Ideas: 5 Top Tips

Warehouse Sustainability Ideas: 5 Top Tips

The warehousing industry is becoming increasingly aware of sustainability and environmental impact. The logistics side of the supply chain has attracted the most attention, with estimates suggesting it creates between 5.5 and 13% of global greenhouse gas production. However, today's high-tech warehouses come under scrutiny too: carbon emissions from material handling in warehouses and sorting facilities account for 13% of overall supply chain emissions.

Material Handling // 6 min read
Embracing 2030: Why It's Not Too Early To Prepare Material Handling

Embracing 2030: Why It's Not Too Early To Prepare Material Handling



In this article, we reveal why it’s never too early to start your electrification journey, as well as how TCM can help you prepare for 2030 and beyond. Read on to find out more.

Business Development // 4 min read
5 Ways to Optimise Your Operation and Plan Your Future Forklift Fleet

5 Ways to Optimise Your Operation and Plan Your Future Forklift Fleet

Planning for the future can feel overwhelming at times. But when it comes to your forklift fleet and material handling equipment, making an investment now can pay dividends later on. In this article, we reveal how you can optimise your operation.

Material Handling // 5 min read
How Big Data Can Unlock Your Forklift Fleet Management

How Big Data Can Unlock Your Forklift Fleet Management

At TCM, we know first-hand that the material handling industry is full of surprises. And as new technologies emerge, the possibilities are endless. In this article, we explore the impact of big data on fleet management. Read on to find out more.

Material Handling // 4 min read
Emerging Material Handling Industry Trends You Need to Know

Emerging Material Handling Industry Trends You Need to Know

During the next decade and beyond, material handling businesses can expect to see a significant shift in how their operations are run and how they do business with partners and suppliers. Read on to discover the material handling industry trends that are transforming business practices.

Business Development // 5 min read
Checklist Download: 4 Ways to Extend Your Forklift Battery Life

Checklist Download: 4 Ways to Extend Your Forklift Battery Life

If your business is operating an electric forklift fleet, maintaining your forklift batteries and factoring sufficient charging time into your shift patterns should be a key priority. Read on to discover how to help protect your material handling investments.

Batteries // 4 min read
How To Adapt Your Operation for Downtime: COVID-19 & Your Business

How To Adapt Your Operation for Downtime: COVID-19 & Your Business

Have you reduced or paused your operation as a result of COVID-19? Though your operation may be experiencing greater periods of downtime than usual, safeguarding your essential workers and maintaining your forklift investments should still be a priority. Read on to learn more and discover how we can support you.

Business Development // 5 min read
How Amvar Handling Solutions Identifies the Right Solutions

How Amvar Handling Solutions Identifies the Right Solutions

TCM’s dealer network is specially trained to assess your business requirements, help identify your needs, and recommend the ideal solution. We caught up with Malcolm Mitchell, Sales & Commercial Director at Amvar Handling Solutions, to find out how this works in practice.

Material Handling // 5 min read
Forklift Contract Hire vs. Purchase: How to Make the Right Choice

Forklift Contract Hire vs. Purchase: How to Make the Right Choice

With the option to choose between contract hire, renting, or purchasing your next forklift truck outright, which approach will best meet your needs?

Material Handling // 4 min read
Prepare for These New Fleet Management Challenges And Reduce Costs

Prepare for These New Fleet Management Challenges And Reduce Costs

The direction of the material handling industry is rapidly evolving, and with emerging technologies and EU directives come new fleet management challenges you need to prepare for.

Fleet Management // 6 min read
The Benefits Of Managed Forklift Fleet Services

The Benefits Of Managed Forklift Fleet Services

We frequently discuss fleet management with our customers — but is it worth the extra expense? Read on to discover why managed fleet services are a worthy investment.

Fleet Management // 3 min read
3 Warehouse Optimisation Techniques You Need to Know

3 Warehouse Optimisation Techniques You Need to Know

When looking to cut costs and improve efficiency, certain warehouse optimisation techniques can help. Here are three practical solutions you can’t afford to miss.

Material Handling // 2 min read
How Fleet Management Analytics Are Changing The MH Industry

How Fleet Management Analytics Are Changing The MH Industry

Technology continues to advance at a disruptive rate, and fleet management analytics are no exception. Here’s how it will affect the material handling industry in the future.

Fleet Management // 3 min read
Improve Warehouse Productivity Overnight: For Operations Managers

Improve Warehouse Productivity Overnight: For Operations Managers

From injured operators and drained batteries to low data visibility, operational downtime causes a multitude of warehouse inefficiencies. Learn how to improve warehouse productivity today.

Material Handling // 4 min read
What Is The True Cost Of Your Forklift Fleet?

What Is The True Cost Of Your Forklift Fleet?

The acquisition cost of a forklift is only one factor in the overall cost of ownership. Identifying your forklift TCO is key to reducing total fleet management costs.

Fleet Management // 8 min read
Look After Your Forklift Flock With Fleet Management

Look After Your Forklift Flock With Fleet Management

Effective forklift truck fleet management is essential for limiting or even eradicating unnecessary downtime. More importantly, it can increase the longevity of your trucks and ensure the safety of operators.

Fleet Management // 2 min read

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