Need to Rent a Lift Truck? Burns Can Help
There are many reasons why you might need to rent a forklift for a short-term project. Perhaps you operate a seasonal business and only need a forklift for part of the year. Or maybe you want to test out a forklift before you make a long-term commitment to purchase one. Whatever your reasons, we are…
The Differences Between Reach Trucks and Forklifts
Reach trucks and forklifts are ideal for moving and lifting materials in a warehouse setting. While forklifts are better suited for moving heavier objects at minimal heights, reach trucks are optimal for lifting lighter materials to increased elevations. Before investing in either one, you should know the differences between the two and how each can…
Burns Now Offers GEM Electric Vehicles
Burns Industrial Equipment is pleased to announce we are offering GEM Electric Vehicles. GEM is the leader in next-generation street-legal electric vehicles designed to transport people around campuses or facilities in distinctive comfort with spacious, ergonomic design and safety features. GEM offers a range of vehicles that are a safe, sustainable, and cost-effective way to…
Battery Extender Regeneration Service
We are excited to announce a new service. Burns Industrial Equipment is the only forklift dealer in Northeast Ohio to offer the Xtender Battery Regeneration. The Xtender restores and prolongs the lifespan of all sizes and types of lead-acid batteries. The all-in-one Xtender discharges, desulfates, and recharges lead-acid (flooded, AGM, Gel) batteries giving them a second life,…
How to Choose the Right Forklift Battery
You depend on your forklifts daily to power efficient operations throughout your facility. Having dependable batteries in them keeps production going, so it’s important to monitor battery health so you can make a replacement when one reaches the end of its service life. Before you invest in a new power source, you need to know…
Top Forklift Safety Tips
When you’re managing day-to-day forklift operations, safety checks can be the difference between severe injury and liability or a job done well. Complying with OSHA forklift safety requirements and best practices can help you keep everyone at the facility safer and more productive. Keep these essential forklift safety tips in mind to handle your applications…
Guide to High-Capacity Forklifts
When you need to lift the heaviest loads at your work site or facility, you need a high-capacity forklift. These forklifts offer top-tier lifting performance, allowing companies to pick up and transport incredibly heavy loads. Since you can find several types of forklifts on the market, it’s critical to understand how high-capacity forklifts differ from…
Selecting the Right Floor Scrubber or Sweeper
Do You Need a Walk-Behind or Ride-on Machine? When you are looking at a walk-behind scrubber vs a ride-on scrubber it may not look like a big difference at first. Quite often, a good portion of many facilities’ cleaning budgets is in labor. In larger areas, a ride-on sweeper would be superior because it not only decreases…
Burns Warehouse Storage Systems
The warehouse design team at Burns knows how to increase warehouse efficiency and profitability. Check out our most recent custom warehouse solutions–a racking system installation for a fastening distributor customer in Strongsville, OH. Our design specialists know how to turn every space into an opportunity. They designed and installed a warehouse storage system, including narrow…
Forklift Maintenance Tips to Prepare for Summer Weather
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National Forklift Safety Day 2021
June 8, 2021, is National Forklift Safety Day. Burns is committed to safety and providing our customers with the latest technology to keep their operators and employees injury-free while achieving maximum efficiency. Safety is always the top priority and on-the-job injury prevention is vital and takes extra effort. Forklift Safety Day is good time to…
