MERIT Industries Limited

Other Details

Our truck unloading services are critically appreciated. We offer comprehensive range of hydraulic lift truck forks fitted for single-sided loading and unloading of trucks and/or trains.

The safe loading of trucks is important in preventing injury to people and in preventing damage to property. The loading and unloading of trucks has caused thousands of injuries across the world and to prevent those there are some general guide-lines:

General Operation

• The driver must stay out of harm's way at all times while loading/unloading is taking place

• Traffic movements should be understood and complied with

• Suitable access must be provided to tray of trucks. (Steps, grab handles etc.)

• The tray should be clear of all loose objects

• Ensure the forklift driver has a clear view of truck driver at all times

Benefits:

• Single-sided loading and unloading of trucks means that forklifts travel a considerably shorter distance and operations are faster and safer, as the forklift remains in plain view of any persons in the vicinity

• Another advantage is that extra space is freed up for additional storage especially internally, as the forklift does not have to drive around the combo. For a standard 16 m combo, this saves around 64 m²

• Reduced fuel consumption and tire wear due to lower mileage

• Improved safety, as forklift remains in sight

• Faster, as forklift does not have to drive around the combo

• Increased storage capacity, as space to the rear is freed up