Are You Overpaying for Poor Equipment? Hidden Costs Plant Managers Often Miss
Cheaper Isn’t Always Smarter
Some forklifts look like a bargain—until they break down, eat up maintenance budgets, or disrupt your production. Plant managers must think beyond the purchase price.
Hidden Costs That Eat Into Your Bottom Line
- Unscheduled Downtime: Lower-quality machines break more often and stall your operation.
- Frequent Repairs: Cheap components lead to higher service bills over time.
- Shorter Lifespan: You’ll end up replacing equipment sooner than expected.
- Poor Energy Efficiency: Older or cheaper tech uses more fuel or drains batteries faster.
- Safety Issues: Malfunctions put your team and inventory at risk.
Choose Value, Not Just Price
At AvanzaLift, we help you evaluate total cost of ownership so you get equipment that works reliably, lasts longer, and keeps operations smooth.
TCO Evaluation
- Understand long-term costs
- Compare performance vs. price
- Make smarter purchase decisions
Performance Metrics
- Reduce repair frequency
- Lower energy usage
- Maximize uptime
Supplier Review
- Evaluate past performance
- Set clear SLA expectations
- Build accountability into contracts
Find us at:
Blvd. de las Bellas Artes 20751-A, Las Torres Parte Baja, Cd Industrial, 22444 Tijuana, B.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’re here to help
TCO includes not just the purchase price, but also costs for repairs, energy use, and downtime over the equipment’s lifespan.
Low-cost forklifts often require more repairs, break down sooner, and may lack energy efficiency—raising total expenses over time.
Look beyond price. Evaluate reliability, support, parts availability, and historical uptime metrics before signing a contract.
Yes. AvanzaLift supports onboarding, equipment replacement, and preventive maintenance programs to ensure a smooth switch.
We deliver and service equipment across Tijuana, Ensenada, Mexicali, and Tecate within 24–72 hours.
See beyond the price tag—optimize for long-term ROI.
We help you understand every cost before you commit.
AvanzaLift stands by every unit we sell or rent.