What to Look for in Your New Lonking Machine

Investing in a new brand or a new piece of machinery is a pretty big step for any company. Whether you're opening up a new warehouse, expanding your operations, or even as simple as replacing outdated kit, you always want to be sure you are buying the right piece for your business. The good news is that at MH-UK, we specialise in Lonking Material Handling Equipment. Lonking is a global brand known for its reliability and affordability.

If you're not sure where to begin, here is what you need to consider when buying your first Lonking machine!

Understand Your Needs

Before choosing a machine, it is essential to think about your daily operations. A couple of questions to ask yourself are:

1. What kinds of loads will I be handling?

2. What sort of weight capacities am I lifting?

3. Will I use my machine indoors or outdoors?

4. How much space do I have available?

It's important to answer these questions, because it will break down your choices to fit what you need. For example, if you're lifting no more than 2000kg, inside a warehouse with narrow ailes, a VNA (Very Narrow Aisle) forklift would probably be a good match for you. Thankfully, if you're unsure, our friendly team can help you out!

Know What is Available to You

Lonking is very diverse, and offers a wide range of material handling equipment. This includes:

• Electric pallet trucks - more ideal for light-duty warehouse usage

• Manual and powered stackers - good choice for small storage spaces

• Diesel and LPG forklifts - best option for heavy loads, and outdoor use

• Electric forklifts - very versatile as they are quiet and clean.

At MH-UK, we stock a wide variety of Lonking models, suitable to all kinds of industries. You can speak to our team on enquiries@mh-uk.co.uk to find out about some of our most popular machines, and what makes them so good.

Choosing the Right Power Source

This is one of the biggest differences when it comes to looking at performance and cost. The type of fuel or power your machine provides is often a deal breaker for most, and rightfully so.

• Electric - Quiet, emissions free, ideal for warehouses and indoor use

• Diesel - Powerful and more suited towards outdoor or rough terrain

• LPG - A balance between power and flexibility, mostly used indoors with appropriate ventilation.

Consider Ease of Use & Operator Training

If this is your first machine overall, or your first from Lonking, you might want to make sure it's easy to use for your team. This is especially important when your bringing in new staff or upskilling the team!

Some top tips for looking out for simplicity are:

• Look for ergonomic controls and good visibility

• Check if you will need specialist licenses or training for the truck (Counterbalance, Reach etc...)

• Factor in how quickly your operators will be able to get up to speed.

Lonking machinery is known for its operator-friendly design, so we are confident it won't take long to get up to speed!

Think About Budget, and Long-Term Value

While price always plays a big part in any purchase, thinking about overall value is just as important. Think about parts and machinery (if you choose to not stick with us for Aftersales servicing), energy-efficiency and how you will be purchasing the truck.

If you want to make the most out of your machinery, we offer a range of Aftersales support which you can read more about here: https://www.mh-uk.com/aftersales

Are you ready to buy your first Lonking machine? We're here for you each step of the way to make the process simple. Explore our full range of Lonking material handling equipment on our website, or get in touvh with our friendly team for honest, expert advice.

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