Forklifts

About the Brands We Carry

We have various brands at any given time, including the best brands on the market:

Hyster- Hyster manufactures forklifts out of countries all over the world. They carry nearly every size, shape, and model of forklift available. Their equipment is high-quality and built to last.

Caterpillar- Probably the most recognizable name in the materials handling industry, Cat® Lift Trucks, with their yellow paint and durable technology, can get the job done. They carry a variety of forklifts and other machinery that can help construction companies do their jobs.

Yale- Yale Materials Handling Corporation has been in business for 137 years and counting. They carry a variety of materials handling machinery and equipment that are built to get the job done.

New Holland- Lastly, we often have machinery from New Holland in our inventory. With headquarters in Italy, New Holland manufactures high-quality agriculture and construction equipment.

New vs. Used

At FMI Trading LLC, we trade and sell both new and used equipment. Buying used equipment often gives the perception of lower quality, but with the high-quality brands we often have in our inventory, that isn’t the case. We also thoroughly inspect and test all of our used equipment to ensure you aren’t buying a bad batch. There are both pros and cons to buying used or new equipment, so if you’re unsure of what to invest in, they can help.

Pros of Buying New: When you buy new equipment, you have the satisfaction of knowing you are the first to use that equipment. By buying new, you also have more access to the latest and greatest in technology.

Cons of Buying New: Typically, brand new equipment will be significantly more expensive than buying used. But if it’s a piece of equipment you will use often and for a long time, the extra cost may be worth it.

Pros of Buying Used: There are many pros to buying used equipment, including affordability, accessing certain features that may not be available in newer equipment, and having more options available to you.

Cons of Buying Used: Some cons include wear and tear from the previous owner, the unavailability of parts, especially if the equipment is quite old, and the possibility of needing repairs. However, like we mentioned, when you trade or purchase used equipment from us, we ensure you are satisfied by making sure the equipment is in working order and good condition.