Blogs: Forklift Diaries

A celebration of the many faces of the materials handling industry. The Forklift Diaries spotlights the diverse experiences of people who work with forklifts. Read the real work-life stories as told by forklift operators, technicians, marketers, managers, traders, engineers and manufacturers, safety and training specialists, and anyone else who works in materials handling!

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From trainee to R&D, Alana reflects on finding her place through engineering
Rosie Clifford | Alana Kernan
5 minute read
From trainee to R&D, Alana reflects on finding her place through engineering
Forklift Diaries - 3 Jul 2025 (#1237)
Shifting mindsets: a spotlight on forklift safety in India
Rosie Clifford | Suram Singh
3 minute read
Shifting mindsets: a spotlight on forklift safety in India
Forklift Diaries - 12 Jun 2025 (#1234)
Smooth operator: A chat with Australia’s reigning forklift champ
Rosie Clifford | Andrew Galea
4 minute read
Smooth operator: A chat with Australia’s reigning forklift champ
Forklift Diaries - 8 May 2025 (#1229)
Bringing innovation into Mexico: Eugenio talks the art of adaptation
Rosie Clifford | Eugenio Aramburo
4 minute read
Bringing innovation into Mexico: Eugenio talks the art of adaptation
Forklift Diaries - 3 Apr 2025 (#1224)
The big pivot: technician Jane reflects on changing lanes
Rosie Clifford | Jane Weber
4 minute read
The big pivot: technician Jane reflects on changing lanes
Forklift Diaries - 12 Dec 2024 (#1209)
Nurturing tomorrow’s talent today: a HR perspective
Rosie Clifford | Kai Böcher
4 minute read
Nurturing tomorrow’s talent today: a HR perspective
Forklift Diaries - 24 Oct 2024 (#1202)
Make it specific. Make it relevant. Make it personal. Toolbox talks for everyday safety
Rosie Clifford
5 minute read
Make it specific. Make it relevant. Make it personal. Toolbox talks for everyday safety
Forklift Diaries - 1 Aug 2024 (#1190)
Never micromanage a tech and other tips from one who’s seen it all
Rosie Clifford | Garland Moore
5 minute read
Never micromanage a tech and other tips from one who’s seen it all
Forklift Diaries - 13 Jun 2024 (#1183)
John Faulkner: lessons from the field
John Faulkner
4 minute read
John Faulkner: lessons from the field
Forklift Diaries - 18 Apr 2024 (#1175)
With a little help from my friends: How a tech built a dealership
Dennis LeDrew
3 minute read
With a little help from my friends: How a tech built a dealership
Forklift Diaries - 21 Mar 2024 (#1171)
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The use of "hello" as a telephone greeting is attributed to Thomas Edison. He is said to have suggested it as a simpler alternative to other greetings, such as "Do I get you?" or "Are you there?".