Materials Handling

Moving Freight Faster requires Reliable Hydraulics

When forklifts, reach stackers, and cranes break down, goods stop moving. Pirtek gets your materials handling fleet back in action immediately.

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Materials Handling Challenges

We Understand the Materials Handling World

Materials Handling operations have unique hydraulic challenges that generic suppliers don't understand. We do, because we work in your industry every day.

  • High duty-cycles cause rapid wear on forklift mast hoses
  • Container port equipment downtime delays entire ship loadings
  • Fleet reliance means one broken machine impacts overall warehouse efficiency
  • Forks and attachments require specialized hydraulic quick-couplers
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Materials Handling Equipment We Service

From the equipment you use, to the hydraulic systems that power it, to the Pirtek solution that keeps it running.

Forklifts
Mast lift, tilt, and side-shift
Over-the-sheave hose replacement and coupling management
Reach Stackers
Boom and spreader hydraulics
Heavy-duty hose and fitting replacement for port equipment
Telehandlers
Telescopic boom lines
Preventive maintenance programs
Automated Guided Vehicles
Lifting mechanisms
Precision hose routing and compact fitting installations
Industry Expertise

Why Pirtek for Materials Handling

  • In-depth knowledge of mast hose routing and pulley systems
  • Stock of specialized forklift hoses and quick release couplings
  • Service programs designed to minimize warehouse disruption
  • Support for massive port-side reach stackers and container handlers
  • 24/7 emergency response to keep 3PL operations running
Downtime Risk: Materials Handling
Unplanned hydraulic downtime in materials handling operations can cost:

$30k+/hour

per hour of unplanned downtime. Pirtek's preventive programs and 24/7 emergency response are designed to eliminate this risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Emergency? Get Help Now

Production stopped. Every minute counts. Find your nearest Pirtek centre and get emergency hydraulic repair immediately.

Call us directly or use our locator to find the closest centre to your site. Our mobile workshops are standing by.

Planning? Explore Solutions

The best emergency is the one that never happens. Build a preventive maintenance program and stop problems before they cost you millions.

Explore our preventive services, on-site workshops, and OEM supply programs designed to keep your equipment running.