productFLTA answers questions from public on safe use of forklifts
As the leading UK authority on forklift matters, the Fork Lift Truck Association is often the go-to place for members of the public with pressing lift truck queries.
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articleWhat’s next for safety tech?
As R&D manager at ELOKON, Dr. Kai Haake is best placed to talk about how software, sensor, autonomous and wireless technology can be used to devise more solutions for enhancing safety in the warehouse.
articleCrown provides lifetime guarantee on side restraints
Crown is now offering a lifetime guarantee on the folding quick-exit side restraints on its tiller-guided forklift trucks.
articleSeminars to tackle the next generation of supply chain challenges
Speakers will address the critical developments driving change across the supply chain sector during a series of free-to-attend seminars taking place across four days at IMHX 2019.
productTiny TiMs plug the AGV low-risk safety gap
SICK has launched the first 2D LiDAR sensors safety-certified to PL b, specifically designed to plug a gap for lower-risk applications where safety-rated integration is needed in small, low-speed Automated Guided Vehicles and Carts, service robots or collaborative robots.
productLinde launches Safety Passport programme
The launch of Linde’s bespoke compulsory in-house training programme is said to be the first in the materials handling sector and aims to further increase the protection of its workforce.
productElectric hand pallet truck reduces strain on workers
As manual handling is such a major contributor to work days lost through injury, Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has highlighted the benefits of electric hand pallet trucks in reducing strain on the workforce.
articleKey products and new capability
A wide range of coloured LED safety lighting, recently re-launched at 20% lower costs, will be among the products on show.
blogAnnual service key to drum handling attachment safety
It is important that lifting equipment is kept in good working order, and that includes drum handling attachments.
productWorker fatally struck by lorry
A grain store company has been fined following the death of a worker at its site in Linton, Cambridgeshire.
productSmart tech for a safer warehouse
Elokon, the developer and supplier of safety and assistance systems for industrial vehicles, forklifts, AGVs and cobots will be showing two of its flagship products at IMHX as well as unveiling new developments in its production pipeline.
productSafety Boot Heeler Met protects vulnerable instep
The Heeler Met Bump S3 is the new waterproof safety boot that has just been added to the range of Met-Guard boots.
productBoplan launches catalogue
The documentation on Boplan’s range was limited to individual brochures per product type.
productWorker killed by forklift truck was failed by ’inadequate’ pedestrian segregation
A Birmingham manufacturer of calcium carbonate products has been sentenced after a worker suffered fatal injuries when struck by a forklift truck.
newsSEMA unveils novel theme for Storage Safety Conference
If warehouse safety keeps you awake at night, SEMA’s Safety Conference promises to ease those nightmares.
newsDriver struck by paper reel that slipped from forklift
A shipping company has been fined after a Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) driver was struck by a paper reel that was being loaded on to his trailer.
productCheck trucks regularly to avoid accidents
CFTS — the body behind a UK national standard for Thorough Examination — is reminding dealers, owners and operators of lift trucks to be aware of the importance of regular checks in reducing forklift accidents.
productRisk management
GotoRisk has been designed with the knowledge that flexibility, automation and stability are key to managing risk within any environment and operation.
productFailure to issue authorisation to operate lift trucks creating problems
RTITB, the preferred regulatory body for workplace transport training, is warning employers of the potential risks and penalties of failing to understand and correctly issue authorisation to operate for lift truck operators.
productHeavy fine after poorly planned warehouse roof work
Two companies have been fined after putting workers at risk of falling while accessing a roof to repair pipework.
