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We will keep updating our news section on a regular basis to keep you informed and provide you with up to date news relating to forklift trucks.

At Unilift South Wales we provide the perfect forklift solutions and offer you the complete package. We have a great collection of new forklift trucks for sale but we also have quality used forklifts for sale. For seasonal solutions we also offer forklift rental solutions. To keep your forklift safe we have a highly experienced forklift maintenance department.


Choosing the right forklift mast

28th May 2021
CHOOSING THE RIGHT FORKLIFT MAST

The mast is perhaps the most important part of a lift truck. Various types of lifting masts are available on the market. And to make it complex, the manufacturers also give their lifting mast a different name. It is therefore high time to provide text and explanation about the features and the various designs. Below […]


How to maintain the battery of your electric forklift truck

20th March 2021
HOW TO MAINTAIN THE BATTERY OF YOUR ELECTRIC FORKLIFT TRUCK

Electric forklift trucks are increasingly more popular. The electric forklift is especially popular in warehouses. This is because the electric forklift is cleaner, quieter and more maintenance-friendly than a forklift that runs on diesel. To make optimal use of your electric forklift maintenance of the battery is very important. Some maintenance work must be performed […]


Pros and cons of an electric forklift truck

17th January 2021
PROS AND CONS OF AN ELECTRIC FORKLIFT TRUCK

Electric forklift trucks make up for a large segment of the forklift market. The electrically powered forklift truck has a market share of no less than 65 – 70%. The use of electric propulsion has therefore become quite common. Electric forklift trucks are available with capacities from 1 to 10 tons. What makes the electric […]


What is the correct battery voltage for your electric forklift truck

20th November 2020
WHAT IS THE CORRECT BATTERY VOLTAGE FOR YOUR ELECTRIC FORKLIFT TRUCK

Electric forklift trucks have become increasingly popular in recent years. They are being used mostly in warehouses. The electric forklift is cleaner, quieter and more maintenance friendly than a forklift with a combustion engine. However an electric forklift does require charging on a regular basis. This is no problem for an 8-hour working day. After […]


When do you need to replace your forklift

21st October 2020
WHEN DO YOU NEED TO REPLACE YOUR FORKLIFT

How do you know when to replace your forklift? That will be different for everyone. A forklift truck, like a tractor, accumulates “working hours” rather than miles. You will need to ask yourself if the forklift did too many hours or is it running up too much costs. You also need to consider that a […]