The saying, “a spill, a slip, a hospital trip,” is commonly used in reference to wanting children to play safely, but today’s SKU-driven warehouse operators also follow that direction. The safe handling of forklifts is vital to beverage operations and experts note safety, product diversity, sustainability and automation are key factors impacting the industry.
“A forklift is more than just a machine, it’s an investment for the good of your business,” says Vincent Halma, president and chief executive officer at KION North American Corp., Summerville, S.C.