Koala Trucks (Forklift Wholesalers)

PRICE REDUCTION - CRN65 Container Access Ramps

2011-11-18T10:11:00.000+11:00

PRICE REDUCTION - CRN65 Container Access Ramps

There has recently been a price drop of nearly $500 for these ramps! Call Koala Trucks (Forklift Wholesalers) on (02) 9604 3955 for your new price!

Designed primarily for bridging into a standard container from ground level, this is our most popular ramp. The CRN65 ramp can also be used for vehicle loading from a raised dock. The self-levelling lip allows for full load capacity when on slightly uneven ground.

The standard finish is enamel painted "Safety Yellow".

SPECIFICATIONS:

* Width: 2200mm
* Length: 2000mm
* Safe Working Load: 6500kg
* Unit Weight: 275kg

NEW PRODUCT - Gas Cylinder Storage Cage

2011-01-10T13:11:00.000+11:00

Do you have a lot of gas bottles that are all over your warehouse or not secured safely?

We are now selling a new product that is designed as a safety cage suitable for gas cylinder storage and transport. The cage is fitted with crane lugs for overhead lifting, as well as having fork pockets for transportation by forklift.

The cage is fitted with 50mm load binder to secure cylinders of all sizes and combinations.

SPECIFICATIONS:

* Safe Workling Load: 1000 kg
* Unit Weight: 180 kg
* Zinc Plate Finish

Want a price? Call the sales team at KOALA TRUCKS (FORKLIFT WHOLESALERS) on 02 9604 3955

Yale Re-Introduces Electric Forklifts to Australia

2010-10-22T08:20:00.000+11:00

The American made Yale is said to be offering a new range of battery electric forklifts which is an energy efficient solution for warehouse lifting needs.

Lifting capacities vary across the range, from 1000kg to 1500kg, and all models are powered by a 24V MOSFET and SEM traction controlled system. The electric forklifts feature transistor hydraulics which offer increased battery life and reduced component wear. The range also has auto regenerative braking (AC Motors), increasing battery, brake and brush life.

How do they compare to existing already popular battery electric forklifts like Crown, Nichiyu, BT, Raymond, Toyota, Nissan that are already successfull within the market? If you go on history and previous trends then Yale has a lot of ground to cover before it gets close. Typically American made units are well behind in technology, features and marketing compared to those that are made in Europe or Asia (Japan / Korea). There is only one real exception to this and that would be Crown. For those that know Yale though, like them. However, most people don't and this is evident as used forklift dealer Koala Trucks, who sells not only within NSW but also around the country and internationally seldomly gets requests for Yale to purchase or trade in's.

See for yourself at : http://www.koalaforklifts.com.au/shop/Counter-Balanced-Electric OR http://www.koalaforklifts.com.au/shop/reach-trucks

Top 10 Forklift Manufacturer's (2009)

2010-09-21T13:37:00.000+10:00

Modern Materials Handling lists the top 10 forklift suppliers in terms of 2009 sales revenue in descending order as:

1.   Toyota (USD4.6 billion)
2.   KION (USD4.1 billion)
3.   Jungheinrich (USD2.3 billion)
4.   Crown Equipment (USD1.6 billion)
5.   NACCO Industries (USD1.5 billion)
6. Mitsubishi/Caterpillar (USD920 million)
7.   Komatsu (USD750 million)
8.   Anhui Forklift Group (USD668 million)
9.   Nissan (USD624 million)
10. TCM (USD593 million).

See most of these brands in stock on our website - www.koalaforklifts.com.au

Material Handling & Safety Expo's

2010-09-21T12:46:00.000+10:00

On the weekend of the 26th to 29th October Sydney's Olympic showground will play host to two major events in the material handling world. They are the Material Handling Expo and The Safety Show. You can find our more about the show's and exhibitions including exhibitors at the following websites:

The Safety Show
http://www.thesafetyshow.com.au/the-safety-show-sydney

The Material Handling Exhibition
http://www.materialshandling.net.au/

Something that is kind of noteworthy and exciting at these shows will be the 2010 National Forklift Driver's Championship. This is where the forklift drivers must complete a series of tasks around obstacles, hazards etc within the shortest period of time.

This year Koala Trucks ( www.koalaforklifts.com.au ) will not be exhibiting however it does plan to in the coming years.

Changes to NSW forklift license

2010-08-27T11:00:00.003+10:00

Requirements for getting your Forklift license has changed slightly for NSW. The old system allowed you to operate a forklift under the supervision of a licensed driver as long as you kept a log book and signed off the hours. Within the last year the legislation has changed making the log book obsolete when it comes to forklift licenses.
Workcover NSW now requires you to be trained and assessed by a registered training organisation (RTO) before you are legally allowed to drive and operate a powered forklift.
For more information about this or to find out who is a registered training organization please contact Koala Trucks or visit www.koalaforklifts.com.au

Workcover information is available at http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au/licensing/Licencesandcertificates/Pages/Loadshifting.aspx

Company History

2010-08-17T12:56:00.000+10:00

Koala Trucks Forklift Wholesalers (Based in Sydney) was started in 1985 with the aim of providing quality used products to both industry and general public. Koala Trucks has grown to become the premier used dealer with experience and expertise recognized Australia wide.

Koala's team consists of carefully selected, multi-skilled and experienced personnel. With a dedication to customer satisfaction is second to none.

With a constant dedication to supplying quality equipment at competitive prices the processes used are always being monitored for efficiency and accuracy and refined where possible. Thereby ensuring you receive the best unit at the right price.

The philosophy at Koala Trucks is that the care shown should not finish once the sale is complete. That's why a field service department backed by a fully equipped workshop facility is available with scheduled maintenance programs on offer to ensure that your long term investment is cared for appropriately. Thereby minimising downtime and cutting losses for customers while maintaining the value of their equipment.

Our ongoing commitment does NOT stop once immediate contact has ceased.

At Koala we supply our customers with:
Excellent Customer Service
A large range of forklifts to suit your needs
Competitive pricing
Quick order and delivery turnover time
Induction and training upon Delivery
After sales support

Koala trucks are proud to be one of the oldest most reputable independent forklift supply companies under its ORIGINAL ownership. Koala Trucks is a family business, not a multi-national conglomerate that is totally profit orientated. Koala Trucks (Forklift Wholesalers) has established itself as one of the Industry leaders within the used forklift suppliers.