Take Your Kid To Work Day Was Informative and Fun

Look out world, the future of material handling equipment is bright! Take Your Kids to Work Day was a big hit last week at our Warrendale office. Now they know what mom and dad do at work every day! These cuties got to wear hard hats, watched forklift demos, had lunch and enjoyed plenty of…

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High Demand for Hyster Big Trucks

We continue to see strong demand for Hyster Big Trucks from the metals industry. This week we delivered a new 70,000# capacity Hyster to a Pittsburgh steel customer. The Hyster H700XD is engineered for the toughest steel mill applications with long load centers, wide loads and heavy-duty cycle conditions. Backed by Burns Industrial Equipment, Hyster…

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Taylor-Dunn Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

Taylor-Dunn Celebrates 75 Years of Industrial Electric Vehicles Skip to content Our CompanyMenu Toggle About Us Our People Our History Looking Forward Contact Our BrandsMenu Toggle GEM Taylor-Dunn Tiger Media Room Careers Main Menu Our CompanyMenu Toggle About Us Our People Our History Looking Forward Contact Our BrandsMenu Toggle GEM Taylor-Dunn Tiger Media Room Careers…

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Top Trends Influencing Industrial Forklift Selection

Identifying the right forklift for your business can be a difficult decision. There are many factors to consider and some may be more obvious than others. Gone are the days when you just looked at capacity, brand and price. The changes in the labor market, operator expertise, warehouse storage challenges, fuel costs and ease of…

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SUSTAINABLE FORKLIFT PRACTICES: NAVIGATING TOWARDS A GREENER FUTURE

In an era where sustainability is at the forefront of business practices, industries are redefining their approaches to minimize environmental impact. The material handling sector, often characterized by the use of forklifts, is no exception. At Burns Industrial Equipment, we understand the importance of sustainable forklift practices in navigating toward a greener future. In this…

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Understanding Lift Truck Operator Assist Systems: Dispelling Myths

Understanding Lift Truck Operator Assist Systems: Dispelling Myths With the surge in lift truck operator assist technologies, fueled by the warehouse labor crisis and the rising reliance on inexperienced operators, it’s crucial to separate fact from fiction regarding their capabilities. This white paper provides clarity on various aspects: Distinguishing Operator-Assist Technologies from Traditional Telemetry Systems:…

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Utility GEM Cars Replace Gas-Powered Pickups in Manufacturing Facility

Eleven Utility GEM cars are being delivered to a chemical manufacturing customer in Pennsylvania to replace their fleet of gas-powered pickup trucks. Trying to improve efficiency and lower emissions was a challenge for this customer and these utility GEM cars proved to be the solution. GEM el XD’s rival any work truck or cargo van…

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Benefits of Purchasing Used Forklifts

The Benefits of Purchasing Used Forklifts for Your Business When it comes to enhancing your business operations with the right equipment, considering the benefits of purchasing used forklifts can prove to be a strategic decision. Forklifts play a crucial role in material handling and warehouse management, and opting for pre-owned forklifts offers several advantages that…

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The Importance of Regular Forklift Maintenance

For many businesses, forklifts are an essential piece of equipment at the warehouse or material handling location. As you know, your business’s equipment plays a crucial role in your investment. To receive a higher return on this investment, you must maintain your equipment. Your equipment can only increase efficiency and productivity if it’s in good…

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A Guide to GEM Electric Vehicles

GEM electric vehicles (EVs) are a convenient, groundbreaking and eco-friendly solution for commercial and residential uses alike. They continue to transform applications like facility and warehouse management, campus transportation, groundskeeping, hospitality and emergency services. If you’re searching for GEM electric vehicles in Ohio, West Virginia or Pennsylvania, our specialists at Burns Industrial Equipment can help…

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Burns Awarded 2022 Yale Dealer of Excellence for 25th Consecutive Year

Burns Industrial Equipment Recognized as Yale Dealer of Excellence We are pleased to announce our recognition by Yale Materials Handling Corporation with the 2022 Dealer of Excellence award. This annual award honors Yale dealers that have exhibited focused leadership, and continue to drive their customers to the highest level of performance in all functional areas…

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10 Tips to Become a Better Forklift Operator

10 Tips to Become a Better Forklift Operator

As a forklift operator, you work with some of the most powerful equipment in any workplace, and you have to do it right every time to prevent injury and safety violations. Even when you’ve done it for years, you have room to improve your work. These tips for forklift drivers and lift truck operators can…

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The Importance of Daily Forklift Operator Checks

The Importance of Daily Forklift Operator Checks

Your forklift and its operator play a vital role in your operations — one that requires focus, knowledge and care every day. You know that with any heavy machinery, you must ensure it’s in good working order to maintain safety protocols. The best way to do that is to perform daily forklift or lift truck…

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