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Why Your Forklifts Keep Breaking Down (And What Your Supplier Won’t Tell You)

Frequent Failures? It’s Not Just Bad Luck

If you’re constantly dealing with out-of-service forklifts, there’s likely more going on than daily wear and tear. Poor supplier practices, inadequate maintenance, and low-quality parts are often to blame.

Top Reasons Your Forklifts Keep Breaking

• Improper Maintenance Schedules: Missed or inconsistent servicing leads to wear on critical components.
• Low-Quality Replacement Parts: Generic or off-brand parts wear out faster and cause further damage.
• Lack of Training: Improper forklift use by drivers shortens lifespan and increases failure risk.
• Outdated Equipment: Old or overworked units without timely replacement plans.
• Hidden Supplier Shortcuts: Some suppliers deliver units without proper inspections or reconditioning.

What Good Suppliers Should Be Doing (But Often Don’t)

• Certified Preventive Service: Keeping your equipment running through a set schedule—not reactive calls.
• OEM or High-Quality Parts: Not cutting corners to save money at your expense.
• Usage Monitoring: Offering diagnostics or usage alerts to detect issues early.

Work With Partners Who Prioritize Uptime

At AvanzaLift, we help companies across Baja California reduce downtime with full-service rentals, certified technicians, and transparent reports. Our goal: forklifts that run all day, every day.