Forklift attachments play a vital role in improving safety and efficiency across a wide range of industries. But when it comes to choosing the right attachment, one important question often arises: should you opt for a standard attachment, or invest in a bespoke solution?

With over 50 years of experience designing and manufacturing both standard and bespoke forklift attachments, understanding which option is best can help your business make safer, more efficient and cost-effective decisions.

Standard Forklift Attachments

Standard forklift attachments are tried-and-tested solutions designed to handle common applications. Typical examples include:

Off-the-shelf and easy to deploy, these attachments are ideal for everyday handling tasks where the load type, operating conditions and frequency of use are well understood.

When Standard Isn’t Enough

However, not all handling challenges are the same. If your operation involves unusual or non-standard loads, restricted spaces, extreme environments (such as cold stores or washdown areas), or complex handling requirements, a standard attachment may involve compromise.

That compromise could result in reduced efficiency, increased wear on equipment, or additional risk to operators and products.

Bespoke Forklift Attachments

This is where bespoke forklift attachments come into their own. A bespoke attachment is designed specifically around your application. Rather than adapting your operation to fit the attachment, the attachment is engineered to fit your exact requirements.

We work closely with our customers to develop bespoke solutions that take into account load type, size and weight, frequency of use, forklift capacity, and all relevant health and safety considerations.

The Benefits of a Bespoke Solution

A bespoke forklift attachment can deliver significant advantages, including;

  • ✓ Improved safety through purpose-built design
  • ✓ Faster handling times
  • ✓ Reduced risk of operator injury and product damage

In many cases, a bespoke attachment can also eliminate the need for manual handling or the use of multiple pieces of equipment, delivering long-term operational and cost efficiencies.

Choosing the Right Solution

With more than 50 years of experience, Contact Attachments Ltd works with customers to fully understand their handling challenges and recommend the most practical and cost-effective solution.

Whether that’s a proven standard attachment or a fully bespoke design, our focus is always on safety, performance and longevity.

For expert advice on selecting the right forklift attachments for your business, please get in touch with our team today.

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