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Forklift

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A forklift is used to move shipments in warehouses.

Forklift

What is a forklift?

A forklift is a small industrial vehicle with a pronged device used to move and stack heavy loads in warehouses and other worksites.

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Palletized cargo is easier and faster to unload because warehouses can use a forklift to move the shipment.

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LTL (Less than Truckload) 

FTL (Full Truckload)

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