productAs extreme temperature swings become the new normal, your machinery is being pushed into harsher, less predictable operating conditions. Rapid heat spikes, sudden cold snaps, and fluctuating humidity don’t just challenge operators — they accelerate engine stress, fuel inefficiency, and premature wear.
newsThe forklift manufacturer is stepping up the electrification of its product portfolio and expanding its dealer network.
articlePlastic component manufacturer for the automotive industry ITW España was seeking a smarter, more efficient way to optimise its production and logistics operations.
productThe UK Material Handling Association has announced that this year’s UK National Forklift Safety Day will focus on technician safety.
newsAberdeen-based Streamline Shipping Agencies was fined £146,700 as the employee suffered serious and life-changing injuries.
productThe five low-lift pallet truck models – ELP15, BPT15, WLE20, WEP20 and RPE20 – cover virtually all requirements for internal material handling with load capacities of 1500 kg and 2000 kg, as well as walk-behind and ride-on variants.
newsUN Forklifts is introducing a significant update to its electric materials handling range with the launch of the new FE Series electric counterbalance trucks and the new RT reach truck range, following field trials and evaluation work focused specifically on UK operating conditions.
articleAcross the UK, organisations are under increasing pressure to improve productivity while remaining competitive in a challenging economic environment.
productThe batteries promise better environmental performance and lower prices due to great availability.
newsBNP Paribas Leasing Solutions research shows that European businesses are re-evaluating equipment investment decisions as capital, technology and lifecycle pressures intensify.
productThe company has invested €25 million to automate its Villaines-la-Juhel hub, enhancing performance, service quality, and working conditions.
productLech-Stahlwerke, a major Bavarian steel producer operating within a demanding multi-shift environment, has expanded its Baumann fleet with a new Baumann Rosso DFQ S150 sideloader.
productRamco, a leading asset disposal and reuse company, has reduced forklift carbon emissions by up to 47% when compared to diesel, by switching part of its fleet to bioLPG.
productThe International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has released a new guidance pack focused on the safe use and maintenance of batteries fitted to mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs).
articleEvery materials handling operation faces individual challenges and needs equipment that matches its particular needs, says Phil Mean.
productThe BlockMaster range has been specifically developed to provide a complete portfolio of specialist clamps for the handling of bricks, blocks, flags, and kerbs.
articleRising diesel costs are forcing a rethink across the materials handling industry, believes Windsor Materials Handling.
productToyota Material Handling Europe has reduced the carbon footprint of its hand pallet truck Toyota Lifter LHM230 by 18% cradle-to-gate by switching to SSAB Zero steel in the forks and frames.
productThe forklift manufacturer has received the iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 in the Product Design category for its WJ 50 Series.
newsThe latest generation of Hubtex Information Terminal (HIT4), a newly developed joystick with extended functionality, and a display controller are the key components of the new system.
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