• Forklift Refurbishment & Overhaul Services

    Extend Life. Restore Performance. Maximize ROI.
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    Revitalize Your Fleet with Johnston Equipment

    At Johnston Equipment, we understand how critical your fleet is to your daily operations. That’s why we offer professional refurbishment and overhaul services - designed to breathe new life into your existing lift trucks while minimizing downtime and maximizing return on investment.

Why Choose Refurbishment

Refurbishment is more than a quick fix – it's a strategic, cost-effective solution that helps you:

Extend Equipment Life

Extend the life of your equipment with targeted repairs and upgrades

Reduce Repair Costs

Reduce unplanned repair costs through proactive maintenance

Safety & Compliance

Maintain safety and compliance with detailed inspections and quality testing

Sustainability

Lower your carbon footprint by reusing existing assets and components

Choose the Service Level That Fits Your Fleet

Major Restoration

Ideal For

Forklifts with significant wear and tear

Outcome

Restores forklift to like-new condition with improved performance and reliability.

Selective Refurbishment

Ideal For

Forklifts requiring targeted component repair or upgrade.

Outcome

Increases forklift efficiency with targeted investment.

Cosmetic Refresh

Ideal For

Mechanically-sound forklifts needing a visual upgrade or transformation.

Outcome

Enhances forklift appearance, helping to maintain professional image.

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Our Proven Process for Reliable Results

We manage the entire refurbishment process in our specialized Johnston Equipment service shops — equipped with specialized tooling, heavy-duty lifts, and Raymond certified technicians.

01

Consultation & Assessment

We meet with you to understand your needs, inspect your unit, and recommend the right level of service.

02

In-Shop Refurbishment

Your unit is brought to one of our professional service facilities where our team restores key components, addresses cosmetic wear, and performs necessary upgrades.

03

Quality Inspection & Delivery

We complete functional testing and a final safety check before returning your refurbished truck — ready to get back to work.

What We Inspect

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    Core Systems & Functionality

    We dig deep into the machine’s essential systems to ensure every moving part performs like it should.

    • Inspect and repair drive units, motors, hydraulic pumps, and valves
    • Check for leaks, wear, and secure electrical connections
    • Verify smooth operation of brakes, steering, and all control systems
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    Safety & Operator Protection

    Your operator’s safety comes first – every protection and control feature is verified for compliance and reliability.

    • Test overhead guards, warning systems, and emergency controls
    • Ensure visibility, steering response, and braking performance
    • Confirm all safety devices function as designed
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    Appearance & Final Quality Check

    We finish every refurbishment with professional detailing and performance testing to ensure the truck not only runs like new – but looks the part.

    • Clean, repaint, and lubricate all moving parts
    • Perform full operational testing under load conditions
    • Confirm performance aligns with manufacturer specifications
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    Lifting & Structural Components

    We focus on the equipment’s lifting power and structural integrity to keep your operations safe and productive

    • Examine mast assemblies, rams and chains for wear or damage
    • Pressure-test hydraulics, hoses and fittings
    • Assess forks and carriages for proper alignment and load stability

Refurbishment Happens In Our Shops — Here's Why

To ensure quality, safety, and efficiency, all refurbishment jobs are completed in dedicated service shops:

Skilled Teams

Multiple certified technicians can work in tandem for complex jobs

Specialized Tools

Overhead cranes, advanced diagnostics, and more

Safe Environment

Ideal lighting, ventilation, and layout

Faster Turnaround

Coordinated workflow and in-stock parts minimize delays

Quality Checks

Ensure safety compliance and long-term performance



Is Refurbishment Right For You?

Refurbishment could be a strong choice if:

You want to extend the life of a current truck
Your capital budget is tight but operating expenses are available
You have specialized equipment that's hard to replace
You want to maintain fleet consistency or appearance
You're committed to sustainability and reducing emissions
You want to keep operators on equipment they already know well, reducing training time and transition costs


The Johnston Equipment Advantage

Why Choose Us?

75+

Years of Experience

Certified

Raymond Technicians

Nationwide

Shop Network Across Canada

OEM Parts

Trusted Performance

Rentals

Support During Refurbishment

  • Refurbishment Brochure

    Download our Refurbishment & Overhaul Services brochure

Let's Get Started

Ready to give your lift truck a fresh start?

Contact Johnston Equipment today and speak with one of our service experts to schedule your equipment consultation.