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EPower Forklift Expands into South Australia with New Burton Warehouse

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EPower Forklift Expands into South Australia with New Burton Warehouse

We’re excited to announce that EPower Forklift has officially opened a new warehouse in Burton, South Australia, marking another step in the growth of our Australian service and support network.

Chinese Forklift Brands in Australia: Which Have Local Support?

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Chinese Forklift Brands in Australia: Which Have Local Support?

Explore major Chinese forklift brands in Australia and compare their product ranges, ownership structures, dealers, parts support and local service coverage.

Last Chance to Upgrade Your Fleet: EPower’s 2026 Forklift Clearance

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Last Chance to Upgrade Your Fleet: EPower’s 2026 Forklift Clearance

Explore EPower’s 2026 Adelaide forklift clearance, with selected electric models from $18,XXX excluding GST. Check availability and secure your unit now.

What Is a Telehandler? How It Differs from a Forklift

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What Is a Telehandler? How It Differs from a Forklift

What a telehandler is, how it works, what it is used for, how it differs from a forklift, and what licence is required to operate one in Australia.

Can Electric Forklifts Be Used in the Rain? Wet Weather Safety Guide

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Can Electric Forklifts Be Used in the Rain? Wet Weather Safety Guide

Can electric forklifts be used in the rain? Learn how ratings, surface conditions, visibility and charging controls affect wet weather operation.

Common Forklift Mast Problems: Warning Signs, Causes and What to Check

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Common Forklift Mast Problems: Warning Signs, Causes and What to Check

Learn common forklift mast problems, warning signs, possible causes and when to stop operation, tag out the forklift and call a qualified technician.

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Chinese Forklift Brands in Australia: Which Have Local Support?

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Chinese Forklift Brands in Australia: Which Have Local Support?

Explore major Chinese forklift brands in Australia and compare their product ranges, ownership structures, dealers, parts support and local service coverage.

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What Is a Telehandler? How It Differs from a Forklift

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What Is a Telehandler? How It Differs from a Forklift

What a telehandler is, how it works, what it is used for, how it differs from a forklift, and what licence is required to operate one in Australia.

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Electric Forklift Hire in Dandenong: Fast Local Delivery from EPower

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Electric Forklift Hire in Dandenong: Fast Local Delivery from EPower

EPower hires EP lithium electric forklifts in Dandenong — dispatched from the Dandenong South depot, charger and scheduled servicing included. Request a quote.

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Best 4 Wheel Counterbalance Forklifts for Australian Operations

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Best 4 Wheel Counterbalance Forklifts for Australian Operations

Compare 4 wheel counterbalance forklifts by capacity, runtime and site use. Find the right electric model for safer, more efficient Australian operations.

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Lease, Buy or Rent an Electric Forklift? Cost and Contract Comparison

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Lease, Buy or Rent an Electric Forklift? Cost and Contract Comparison

Compare buying, leasing and renting a forklift in Australia by cost, usage period, maintenance, battery risk, finance terms and operational fit.

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Forklift Mast Types Explained: How to Choose the Right Mast?

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Forklift Mast Types Explained: How to Choose the Right Mast?

A practical guide to forklift mast types — simplex, duplex, triplex, quad, and container mast — including collapsed height, free lift, maximum fork height, and how to match mast specification to warehouse application.

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How to Renew Your Forklift Licence in NSW: What to Do If Expired?

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How to Renew Your Forklift Licence in NSW: What to Do If Expired?

Learn how to renew a forklift licence in NSW, what happens if it expires, current renewal cost, and what PCBUs must verify before operators use a forklift.

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How to Renew Your Forklift Licence in Victoria: Step by Step

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How to Renew Your Forklift Licence in Victoria: Step by Step

Step-by-step guide to renewing a Victorian forklift HRW licence: current fees, online renewal process, what happens if expired within or beyond 12 months, and employer obligations.

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Cold Storage Operations Are Switching to Lithium-Ion Forklifts

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Cold Storage Operations Are Switching to Lithium-Ion Forklifts

For multi-shift cold storage, frozen food distribution, and deep-freeze operations, switching to lithium-ion can change the entire operating model

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How to Get a Forklift Licence in Victoria: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

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How to Get a Forklift Licence in Victoria: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

Step-by-step guide to getting a forklift licence in Victoria in 2026 — covering HRW licence requirements, LF vs LO classes, RTO training, WorkSafe Victoria application process, costs, and timeline.

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Electric Forklift Speed in Warehouse: Safe Limits by Zone

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Electric Forklift Speed in Warehouse: Safe Limits by Zone

A practical guide to electric forklift speed limits by zone in Australian warehouses — general aisles, pedestrian zones, loading docks, and ramps — plus WHS obligations for PCBUs setting and enforcing site speed policies.

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EOFY 2026 Clearance Sale: Up to 15% Off for Australia-Wide Warehouses

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EOFY 2026 Clearance Sale: Up to 15% Off for Australia-Wide Warehouses

EPower Forklift's EOFY 2026 Clearance Sale ran from 15 May to 30 June 2026, offering up to 15% off selected lithium forklift models plus cash bonuses. The campaign has now closed.

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