7 Key Forklift Fork Inspection Points

Joyce Schwob - May 9, 2016

The forks on your forklift may look sturdy and indestructible, but there’s more to a safe fork that just rugged good looks. Forklift operators are responsible for checking the forks before their shifts for obvious issues. And according to the ANSI/ITSDF B-56.1 standards they should have a thorough inspection at least once a year, more Read more

May the Forks Be With You!

Joyce Schwob - May 2, 2016

Most people are Star Wars geeks. Some people are forklift geeks. We here at JIT consider ourselves to be both, so that’s why we’re celebrating the power of the FORKS all month long.   May 4th has unofficially been named National Star Wars Day and celebrated by the series fandom given the play on words, Read more

Is an Electric Forklift the Right Choice?

Joyce Schwob - April 25, 2016

Every type and model of forklift has unique advantages.  Safety and productivity require that you use the right forklift for your application.   Electric forklifts are a great fit for warehouses and manufacturing facilities that require primarily indoor use.  If you are concerned about fumes or noise and you operate forklifts indoors, an electric forklift Read more

10 Ways Businesses Can be Environmentally Friendly

Joyce Schwob - April 18, 2016

Toyota is committed to continuously improving their environmental stewardship. They ask us as their dealer partners to do the same. We’ve initiated recycling programs, seek to minimize pollution and promote the advantages of electric-powered forklifts.  Here are some ideas from Toyota that will help your business become more environmentally friendly:   Reduce waste by recycling Read more

Greener Equipment – Small Decisions Big Impact

Joyce Schwob - April 11, 2016

Thanks to advances in technology and thoughtful attention to environmental concerns, buyers have plenty of earth friendly options on industrial equipment.  Toyota Electric Forklifts Orange is the new Green. Electric forklifts can lower maintenance costs up to 30% when compared to traditional propane-powered units. They deliver high performance material handling while producing zero emissions, which Read more

Go Green to Save Some Green

Joyce Schwob - April 5, 2016

With the increasing concerns about carbon emissions, climate change, and reducing our environmental impact, we want to focus on green energy for the month of April.  As you might know, Earth Day is April 22nd and the folks at JIT are working to help your business make small changes for a big impact. Join us Read more

FAQS: How to Know if the Hydraulic Fluid is Low in your Forklift

Joyce Schwob - March 28, 2016

One of the most common questions we get in the service department is “How do I know if know if my hydraulic fluid is low and how do I check it?” Forklifts rely on hydraulics for their lifting and steering abilities. Having the right amount of hydraulic fluid in a forklift’s reservoir ensures the forklift’s lifting Read more

Reduce Costs with Sustainable Floor Cleaning

Joyce Schwob - March 21, 2016

With the increase in utility costs, personnel shortages, and sanitary regulations, high-quality floor cleaning can be expensive and labor-intensive. Additionally, there’s a growing focus on implementing green initiatives that reduce environmental and health impacts in the workplace. Thanks to recent developments in in floor cleaning technology, machines are more versatile and efficient while reducing environmental Read more

Dirty Floors? Clean them Up

Joyce Schwob - March 14, 2016

4.5 Things to Know When Choosing a Floor Cleaning Machine It’s almost time for Spring cleaning, If the floors in your facility are not as clean as they need to be you might consider getting a new floor cleaning machine. With so many options how does one choose? A commercial floor cleaning dealer like JIT Read more

We’re Making a Clean Sweep

Joyce Schwob - March 7, 2016

You probably already know that JIT Toyota-Lift is all about forklifts. And you might also know that we know a thing or two about aerial lift equipment. But do you know that JIT Toyota-Lift offers commercial floor cleaning machines?  If not, sadly you aren’t alone. We really need to do a better job of getting Read more