Royal Forklift, headquartered in Pine Grove, PA, has a wide range of forklifts available to buy. Many satisfied customers rely on us for delivering the equipment they need in a friendly, efficient manner.
Royal Forklift is an authorized dealer for new UniCarriers forklifts in Berks, Lebanon, Lehigh and Schuylkill Counties in Pennsylvania. We are proud to work with UniCarriers because they set the standard for American forklift manufacturing and continue to bring new technology and innovation to their equipment and the material handling industry.
UniCarriers offers a range of LP, electric, diesel, cushion, and pneumatic forklifts with capacities ranging from 3,000 to 22,000 pounds that are made in Marengo, Illinois.
Tips for Buying a Forklift
Whether moving lumber at a construction site, retrieving pallets in a warehouse, or unloading cargo from a container ship, forklifts are among the most efficient pieces of equipment for lifting and handling materials. But buying a forklift that does not meet your specific needs will prevent you from getting the job done properly.
Do you need an electric, diesel, LPG, or dual fuel powered forklift? Should it be equipped with non-marking rubber tires for your shop or do you need a rough terrain forklift truck for your construction site? Here are some factors to consider before you buy:
- Type of Work
In order to choose the right forklift, you should determine:
- How often your lift truck will be used;
- The type of stock the lift will handle;
- How heavy the loads will be;
- The typical height and width of your loads;
- How much space it will have to maneuver;
- Whether it will work indoors, outdoors, or both;
- Whether your location has any environmental restrictions on noise or fumes;
- How tall the mast should be to reach the highest shelves;
- How low the mast should be to fit under the lowest doors and ceilings.
- Type of Fuel
There are three fuel options: electric, LPG, or diesel.
Electric forklifts may be more expensive initially, but typically have a longer lifespan, cost less to operate, and produce no emissions. All of these factors make them well-suited to working indoors and in cold climates. The lack of emissions makes them ideal if you’re in a sterile indoor facility, such as a warehouse with food, beverages, or healthcare items. They do, however, require charging for about eight hours to be ready for the workday.
Internal combustion engine (ICE) forklifts are fueled by LPG or diesel. They are often lower in cost than electric forklifts by about 10-15%. These forklifts can typically lift larger loads and move faster. They have more moving parts than an electric forklift, however, and have filters that need to be changed. This can result in twice as many scheduled maintenance checks as the electric equivalent
- Type of Tires
Rough terrain and outdoor work environments call for pneumatic tire forklifts. There are two types of pneumatic tires – solid and air. We recommend cushion tire forklifts for indoor use, such as in your warehouse, or on smooth surfaces.
If you are looking to buy forklifts in Lebanon, PA, look no further than Royal Forklift, where you will find a comprehensive inventory as well as maintenance, training, and other material handling-related services. Get in touch with us today at 800-318-6722 to learn more.