(614) 351-4000 | 4150 Perimeter Dr, Columbus, OH
A Central Ohio Material Handling Tradition
Since 1958, our dealership has served generations of local businesses.
Our Story
Founded in 1958 as Clark Lift of Ohio, the dealership built a long tradition of customer service around one of the forklift industry’s pioneering brands. As the company expanded its products and services, it became Central Ohio Forklifts.
Today, we are a full-service material handling company dedicated to helping customers solve problems with equipment, rentals, parts, service, planned maintenance, and training.
What We Stand For
Customer Commitment
We build long-term relationships around practical solutions and responsive support.
Trusted Equipment
We represent established manufacturers and stand behind the solutions we recommend.
Service Expertise
Our team supports equipment after the sale with parts, maintenance, and repair.
Local Knowledge
Our Columbus location provides efficient access to businesses throughout Central Ohio.
OUR COMMUNITY
Community Giving
Rooted in Central Ohio
Supporting the people and organizations that make our community stronger.
Central Ohio Forklifts believes strong businesses help build strong communities. We are proud to give back to the Central Ohio organizations, causes, and neighbors who make our region a better place to live and work.
Community involvement reflects the same local commitment that has guided our company since 1958. As our giving initiatives grow, we look forward to sharing the organizations and projects our team supports here.
Cure JM, founded in 2003, the Cure JM Foundation focused on improving the lives of children with juvenile myositis (JM), a rare autoimmune disease, and their families.
Volunteers of American, Power of Hope is a community-building initiative that highlights the resilience of individuals and families in Ohio and Indiana who are overcoming challenges such as substance use disorder, veteran reintegration, and reentry into the justice system.
The Goodwill of Columbus Extraordinary People Luncheon an inspirational gathering in our community, celebrating individuals who have overcome life’s obstacles to forge their own unique paths to independence.
The Ohio State University Buckeye Club's primary goal is to support the Student Athlete Grant-in-Aid Fund, which covers educational expenses such as tuition, room, board, and books for deserving student-athletes.
CLARK Raising Hope provides volunteer service and financial support to more than 85 organizations throughout the Bluegrass region. The program also gives CLARK employees paid time to volunteer, helping them contribute their time, skills, and resources to community causes.
Wounded Warrior Project offers no-cost programs and services to post-9/11 veterans, service members, and their families. Its work strengthens warriors’ mental, physical, emotional, and financial well-being while helping them build connection, independence, and purpose.
Through Plan International, Central Ohio Forklifts sponsors a child in need as part of the organization’s work with children—especially girls—in more than 80 countries. Plan creates opportunities in education, safety, health, and economic empowerment so children can learn, lead, and thrive.
Authorized Dealer for Leading Brands
Let's Solve Your Material Handling Challenge
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