Forklift tire sales and service in Michigan

Providing you with the very best in sales, delivery, and on/off site tire service for all types of forklifts. Our Tire Division has state-of-the-art service and equipment that will help your business get back up and running in record time. Forklift tire sales and service in Michigan Bell Fork Lift Industrial Tire Division Inventory:
•Over 4,000 tires in stock—various sizes, compounds and tread designs
•Largest material handling inventory in the mid-west
•Highest quality premium tires in the market
•Nationwide resources to accommodate specialty orders

Mobile Service:

• Quick turn-a-round
• Speedy job performance
• State of the art mobile rigs with on board inventory for on the spot alterations or additions to your order
• Professionally trained technicians

On-Site Service:

• One of the largest in-house tire presses available at our Clinton Township facility
• Capable of handling even the largest industrial tires
• Pick-up and delivery provided
• Nationally recognized division leader with 39 years of experience in material handling



USED FORKLIFTS

Get Used Quality Fork Lift Trucks at Great Prices! Bell’s large inventory features Toyota forklifts (#1 selling forklift and industry leader) and includes hundreds of pre-owned equipment to meet all of your material handling needs.

Pre-Owned Equipment

Used Forklifts

Before we will sell a unit, each must goes through a quality standard that includes:

• Fully Refurbished
  Our factory trained technicians do complete testing and repairs on all used trucks to make sure that they run like new
• Professional Detailing
  Reconditioned trucks receive an extensive in-house paint and body program
• Final Inspection
  Before delivery, every truck receives a lifting device inspection

Equipment Categories

Bell Forklift offers competitive pricing on all used models and we have many makes and models to choose from including:

June Special: Hydraulic Service

HYDRAULIC SERVICE SPECIAL INCLUDES: - Hydraulic oil change & flush - Inspection for leaks & proper operation - Drain Fluid - Clean & replace hydraulic filters - Service in-tank strainer Call for details!

How to Choose the Right Pallet Jack

Pallets trucks/jacks are not the most exciting topic on the planet. Regardless, any business that moves large-sized inventory knows that choosing the right equipment is very cost-effective, while choosing poorly is just very costly. Mark Twain once referred to golf as a good walk spoiled. The phrase could just as easily be applied to using the wrong pallet jack, or walkie, as they’re often known. The right walkie can make short work for the operator moving a pallet around the dock in a distribution center or across a parking lot out in the field. Choosing the wrong machine can make that job as frustrating as a bad round of golf. A walkie is a piece of industrial equipment that is operated by hand and is meant to transport pallets within a facility. Choosing the best one will require looking at the type of job you need it to do, and seeing which units fit. Options include a pneumatic lift unit, an electric pallet jack, or a manual pallet jack, which is sometimes called a pallet jack. Choosing the right walkie for your operation takes careful consideration. Here are a few point to consider when deciding: •If you will need constant use of the pallet jack, which is often the case in warehouses and shipping terminals, a non-electric pneumatic unit may be the best option. •For pallets that are especially heavy, often 1,500 pounds (680 kilograms) or more, a manual unit may not be practical. •The “type” of materials in your warehouse is handling and how you want to handle them should always be a crucial factor. •For warehouses that handle a variety of pallet sizes use Multifunction Pallet Jacks such as adjustable fork width trucks or a low profile design. •For material handling jobs that aren’t indoors, it is important to find a pallet truck that is ideal for a rough environment. •Even if you intend to use a pallet jack as long as you can, it’s wise to choose the ones with highest warranty periods Whether you need just a basic manual pallet jack or a full featured electric unit that can pinwheel in a trailer, Bell Fork Lift equipment is up to the task. For More Information call us at 888-404-2575 or visit our website and request a quote at www.bellforklift.com

Bell Fork Lift is Eastern Michigan’s Award Winning Toyota Forklift Dealer

Getting your Equipment – Michigan Frost Law Restrictions

Michigan Frost Law Restrictions for Transporting Heavy Loads Spring is finally here and in Michigan, that means Frost Restrictions in the Industrial Equipment world. During the months of March through May of each year, these restrictions reduce loading provisions to protect our roads, by dropping the legal axle weights of vehicles by either 25% or 35% depending upon the road construction and design. While Michigan’s weight laws apply to all vehicles, reduced loading has the biggest impact on commercial operations, due to the size and weight of the vehicles that are used. Legal limits usually remain the same, but the routine permitted limits are restricted during this time. If you are moving or shipping heavy equipment such as forklifts and rough terrain vehicles through most Michigan regions, you must take these restrictions and the resulting added costs into consideration. You will need more axles to move these loads than you would at other times during the year, and that will always cost more. To make sure that Michigan’s Frost Restrictions don’t slow you down, it is a good idea to consult with your local Bell Fork Lift, Inc professional during this time of year, to help you prepare for the spring time purchase, rental and delivery of all your Industrial Lift Equipment and material handling needs. Call us today at 888-404-2575 for more information or visit us at  www.bellforklift.com

How to Buy a Used Forklift

 

Buying a used forklift can be confusing and overwhelming to the average person, but the first question to ask yourself is whether you need a used forklift or a new one?
Consider buying a used forklift if:
• The truck will be used only for a single shift.
• The forklift will be used for no more than five hours a day.
• The forklift will work no more than five days per week.
• The operation is not a high-throughput, nonstop type.
If you answered Yes to any of these and you decide to purchase a used forklift, you need to know how to identify used equipment with a troubled past.
• Tires: Ensure they still have some tread on them otherwise it will not maneuver properly and may be dangerous. If there is uneven wear, this may signify a misalignment in the axle.
• Mast: No external damage that is too severe (e.g. cuts, rewelding or major dints) and ensure it moves up and down according to what specs say.
• Gears/controls: Gears & controls are smooth and responsive
• Brakes: Brakes work immediately and under pressure
• Capacity Plate: Check all information on the rating plate is correct (model number, capacity etc.)
• Fluid Leaks: Look for any fluid leaks (check after the forklift truck is fully warmed up)
Prior to testing a forklift, take some time to visually examine the trucks exterior. A general assumption is that if it has been badly dented or scratched then it has been operated carelessly. Once you have assessed it visually, take it for a test drive.
For more information about new AND used equipment, call (888)404-2575 or visit bellforklift.com and request a quote for the highest quality products and services, at the best value!