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DELIVER WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT, FASTER
Construction spend in the U.S. is nearing $14 trillion per year. Is your operation equipped to be competitive in this dynamic market?
What if you could deliver all products on time and remain profitable all while maintaining excellent customer relationships through top-notch service?
Imagine you could:
- Effortlessly manage customer relationships
- Retain skilled labor
- Balance sustainability with profitability
- And ensure a safe working environment
We’ll help you get there. Give us a call today to see how we can help you maximize your productivity and amplify your business.
BUILDING MATERIALS CHALLENGES & SOLUTIONS
Turn Your Biggest Headaches Into Opportunities
Your operation faces major hurdles as you try to deliver the right products and outstanding service while protecting your bottom line.
CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS
Day in and day out, the pressure grows to deliver outstanding customer support every step of the way.
Exceed your customers’ expectations
- Offer personalized service and empower your team to make things right
- Embrace Big Data to help identify bottlenecks in your operation
- Utilize the latest technologies to help reduce downtime and keep your supply chain moving
LABOR RETENTION
Hiring people who are willing to learn your industry is one thing, but it’s often difficult to keep them.
Reduce turnover and retain knowledge
- Offer advanced ergonomic lift truck solutions to help reduce musculoskeletal problems
- Implement training and development programs to keep your team engaged
- Use telematics to simplify checklists and reinforce positive behavior
SAFETY
Manufacturing and warehousing are among the top industries for work place injuries.
Increase safety and help reduce incidents
- Establish a culture of safety starting at the top and adopted by the front line workers
- Visual and audible solutions are available to help meet the needs of your particular application
- Use telematics to track lift truck access and provide training updates
SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
As customers and end-users become more aware of their impact on the environment, they are opting for companies who have prioritized green supply chain management.
Go green while still meeting demand
- Source from suppliers who share your same sustainability goals
- Develop a recycling plan for by-products of your operation
- Embrace alternative power sources in your lift truck equipment
TIGHT PROFIT MARGINS
Everything from raw materials to transportation costs are on the rise.
Increase profitability by lowering your operating costs
- Right-size your fleet, reduce administrative costs and extend useful life of equipment
- Deploy telemetry to help lower overall materials handling costs
- Install lift trucks that offer greater fuel efficiency and lower maintenance costs
DOMINATE AND EXCEL WITH GAME CHANGING SOLUTIONS
Exceed customer expectations with tough solutions that deliver.
I.C.E. CUSHION TIRE FORKLIFT
The S40-70FT series is suited for applications such as loading and unloading trailers, transporting loads and cross-docking.
- Decreased downtime
- Low cost of operation
- Operator comfort
- Enhanced productivity
- Performance options
I.C.E. PNEUMATIC TIRE FORKLIFT
The right truck, at the right price, for the right application.
- Strong and reliable
- Operator-friendly
- Simple to maintain
MULTI-DIRECTIONAL TRUCKS
CombiLift specialty forklifts feature a multi-directional capability that lets them easily maneuver long loads in narrow aisles and congested areas, both indoors and outdoors.
Support You Can Count On
With constantly changing demands it’s essential to stay ahead of the competition by being prepared with the right tools. Need help picking the right solution for your business? Give us a call to get started.
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