A forklift AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) is a scheduled service agreement in which a provider carries out regular preventive maintenance and repairs on your forklift fleet for a fixed annual fee. The result: fewer breakdowns, longer equipment life, predictable costs, and safer, more compliant machines.
What is a forklift AMC?
Instead of paying for repairs only when something breaks, an AMC puts your forklifts on a planned maintenance schedule. A technician visits at agreed intervals to inspect, service, and fix issues before they cause downtime. It’s the difference between planned upkeep and expensive surprises.
What does an AMC typically cover?
- Preventive maintenance visits — scheduled servicing of the engine or battery system, hydraulics, brakes, mast, and tyres.
- Safety inspections — checks that keep machines safe and compliant for your operators.
- Repairs and adjustments — fixing wear-and-tear issues found during visits.
- Genuine spare parts — depending on the contract, parts may be included or supplied at agreed terms.
- Priority response — AMC customers are typically prioritised when an urgent issue arises.
The exact scope is set out in your contract, so it’s worth agreeing what’s included (parts, labour, number of visits, response times) up front.
Why an AMC is worth it
Less downtime
Planned maintenance catches problems early, so forklifts spend more time working and less time waiting for repairs.
Predictable costs
A fixed annual fee makes budgeting easier and avoids large, unexpected repair bills.
Longer equipment life and better resale
Well-maintained forklifts last longer and hold more value.
Safety and compliance
Regular inspections keep machines safe for operators and help you meet workplace safety expectations.
AMC vs pay-per-repair
Paying per repair can seem cheaper until a major failure — or a string of small ones — hits during your busiest period. For any business that depends on its forklifts daily, an AMC usually works out cheaper and far less disruptive over a year, because it prevents failures rather than just reacting to them.
What Hylift’s AMC includes
Hylift offers Preventive Maintenance and Annual Maintenance Contracts for forklift and material handling fleets across all 7 Emirates, with same-day response and genuine spare parts for leading brands including ARAS, Toyota, BT, Hyster, Linde, and more. We tailor the contract to your fleet size and usage, so you only pay for the cover you need. Learn more on our services page, or see our FAQ.
Set up a forklift AMC
Tell us how many forklifts you run, their make and age, and how heavily they’re used, and we’ll propose a maintenance plan. Call or WhatsApp +971 55 960 6269 or email service@hylift.ae.
