For any material handling operation to be successful, safety must be the number one priority. Yet time and space constraints often prompt warehouses and plants to create narrower aisles and taller pallet racks to store more product, significantly upping the risk of workplace accidents and injuries.
That’s why these businesses need comprehensive warehouse pallet racking protection systems. To teach you more about these safeguards, New Jersey-based Barclay Brand Ferdon outlines the types of solutions that will help maximize your gains by enhancing the safety of your workplace.

For a commercial business to succeed, you’ll not only need to offer quality products but also have the means to transport them to your customers safely and efficiently. When this second task arises, many businesses opt to hire outside assistance, increasing costs and limiting flexibility and convenience. Those companies who choose to maintain their own fleet of delivery trucks then need to deal with how the product is unloaded at the customer’s location or jobsite. Delivering loads where equipment is not readily available and terrain may not be easily maneuverable provides a challenge. But an ideal solution is to attain a truck-mounted forklift so staff can load and unload goods wherever and whenever they need to. To help you learn more about this material handling solution, Barclay Brand Ferdon explores the logistics of truck-mounted forklifts.

Even though there are a lot of forklift technicians out there, they don’t all have the same level of expertise. And, unfortunately, when technicians aren’t fully qualified to service your fleet, it shows. That’s why it’s so important to hire trained professionals who know exactly what they’re doing, like the team at Barclay Brand Ferdon. Here are the top four benefits of working with well-trained lift truck service technicians.

Facilities where flammable and/or volatile materials are present require specific equipment designed to minimize the risk of open fire and explosions. This equipment is Explosion Proof (EX) rated to strictly control temperature, static and other factors that cause dangerous explosions. Should your business invest in EX rated forklifts? The material handling equipment experts at Barclay Brand Ferdon explain how EX rated forklifts improve safety and where they should be used.

For many warehouses, moving materials is a 24/7 job. But as long as you keep your electric pallet jacks in good working condition, you’ll be ready for whatever comes through the dock doors. Anytime you need maintenance, repairs or replacement parts, call on the service technicians at Barclay Brand Ferdon to help extend the life and maintain the safety of your pallet jacks.

Purchasing a lift truck isn’t the right path for every warehouse, every time. In some cases it makes more sense to invest in owned forklifts, but often times, businesses find that renting can make better financial sense. If you’re in need of reliable lift trucks for your fleet but aren’t sure whether to buy or rent, Barclay Brand Ferdon shares some insights into how to make the best decision for your business.

When deciding on which lift truck service provider to call, be careful not to let cheap hourly labor rates blind you. Opting for lower rates may appear to be the cheapest route, but it’ll cost you in the long run. As they say, you get what you pay for. The next time your lift truck breaks down or needs maintenance, call on the experts at Barclay Brand Ferdon.

Cheap Service Isn’t So Cheap After All
Would you choose a low hourly service rate if it meant higher overall costs and exposure to liability risks for your company? Understand the “true” cost of that “cheap” hourly service rate and the other factors you should consider.
Reduced Repair Times
By using Factory Technicians that undergo continuous training and testing, you have the best opportunity to reduce time of repair. A technician who knows the equipment and is trained in diagnostics can make a big difference in repair costs. Consider this: A 20% difference in hourly rate for a 3 hour repair that takes 4 hours will cost you more, not less.
Equipment Downtime
An OEM lift truck service provider that invests in technologies and parts inventories can offer better response time, high fill rate on parts availability, OEM quality parts and proper Operational Maintenance to prevent breakdowns. Lost productivity due to equipment downtime can be costly.
“Right Size” your fleet
Excessive equipment and the potentially corresponding labor is extremely costly!! The cost of just (1) additional “underutilized” truck can be huge. A responsible Materials Handling Service provider should offer you continuous analysis and management reporting to prevent overspending and inefficiencies.
Stay in Control
A true partner helps you understand your “total” Fleet Maintenance Expense and will guide you to emerging technologies that may help reduce costs over the long run. 
Reduce your Risk
A Service Technician will spend time within your operation and alongside your employees. Accidents can happen. Reduce your risk by selecting a partner with adequate, responsible liability Insurance Coverage. You will be surprised by what that low hourly rate doesn’t cover.
Improve Safety & Reduce Product Damage
A good Service provider also provides on-going OSHA Operator Safety Training programs and thorough Equipment Safety Inspections. Many companies do not perform all that the manufacturer requires during a regular operation maintenance interval. 
Protect Your Investment
A lift truck is a big investment, choosing the right Service Provider and Maintenance Plan is essential in protecting that investment as well as assuring the lowest overall cost over the life of the equipment.
To learn more about maintenance programs at Barclay, contact a representative today.

A lot of companies don’t realize just how valuable a planned operational maintenance program can be. Not only can it help keep your lift trucks, dock levelers, overhead doors and other equipment working properly, but it can also impact your operations in many other ways.  In this blog post, Barclay Brand Ferdon explores what those benefits entail.

You’ve carefully selected the best equipment for your business. But have you outfitted that equipment with batteries designed specifically for the demands of your work environment? With a rugged build and technologies to suit multi-shift operations and public spaces alike, EnerSys NexSys industrial batteries available from Barclay Brand Ferdon deliver the power necessary to keep you up and running.  Learn more about these convenient batteries to determine if they’re the best option for your equipment.

With a host of efficiencies for manufacturers and retailers alike, Direct Store Delivery (DSD) has become an increasingly popular way for businesses to supply stores with their products.  By bypassing retail distribution centers, suppliers can speed delivery times for perishable or high demand products and gain more control over merchandise replenishment and displays at the retail level.   Direct Store Delivery has been adopted by food, beverage, personal care as well as many different service supply industries.

The one challenge that DSD strategy poses for truck drivers is the availability of necessary equipment to unload product from trailer into store.  Reliance on store owned equipment is not ideal for quick and efficient unloading and poses challenges to meeting a full day of truck deliveries in a timely fashion.
Always keeping a finger on the pulse of customer needs, Yale responded to the growth of DSD with electric pallet jacks equipped with an industry exclusive “Direct Store Delivery Package”, a set of features optimized specifically for the demands of a DSD distribution strategy.  Learn more about what the Direct Store Delivery Package can offer with this overview from Barclay Brand Ferdon.
What Makes DSD Pallet Jacks Unique

In addition to the standard features of motorized Yale pallet jacks, the DSD models come outfitted with the following:

Exclusive handle design to give operators complete control over the pallet jack
Movable load bracket and single-fork configuration to accommodate loads of various shapes and sizes
Load retention strap to secure each load, making it ideal for items that require special handling
One-hand throttle activation that enables excellent visibility and allows operators to work closer to the truck
Mid-mount steer handle and creep speed functionality for use in narrow aisles and tight spaces while moving and delivering products

Fully optimized for the needs of delivery truck drivers, these pallet jacks support fast loading and unloading and energy efficiency and offer a rugged, flexible design built for the productivity mindset essential to DSD operations.
The Advanced Performance Power System
The Direct Store Delivery package for Yale pallet jacks is a product of innovation boasting a host of award-winning features.  As an industry first, we’re seeing  a UL-recognized, factory-installed lithium-ion battery used to power a pallet truck—as opposed to the conventional lead acid battery configuration.
This is significant, because lithium-ion batteries are much more energy efficient and easier to maintain. There are no spills, fumes or cleaning necessary for a lithium-ion battery, which means less oversight and more productivity.
Streamline DSD Operations Today
Ready to learn more about the benefits of Yale’s Direct Store Delivery Package? Contact Barclay Brand Ferdon at 908-561-2100 or contact us online – a member of our team will answer your questions and help you choose the pallet jacks that can help your business save time and money.

While used warehouse equipment is more affordable than purchasing new equipment, if not purchased from a reputable provider, it can often cost you more in the long run. You can count on Barclay to supply the safest, most reliable products that will be matched to your materials handling application and budget. From start to finish, here’s a behind-the-scenes look at our pre-owned equipment process that explains how we source and prepare each piece of used equipment before delivery to our customer.