articleInspiring change in challenging times
At Windsor, our aim is to provide the best quality local service on a national level. In today’s turbulent times, embracing change is the only way to maintain success.
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newsNational Forklift Safety Day approaching on June 11
As part of its commitment to raising industry standards and improving the safe use of materials handling equipment, BITA is championing the UK launch of National Forklift Safety Day on June 11, 2019.
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.
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.
productThe FLTA Awards 2020 – call for nominations
The Fork Lift Truck Association is calling all entries for the annual prestigious event to be held on Saturday 21st March 2020.
newsTVH acquires UK MEWP parts reseller
The deal for Independent Parts & Service (IPS), a dealer in replacement parts for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and outrigger pads, significantly increases TVH’s technical knowledge and commercial reach in the UK
productTVH to continue sponsorship of FLTA awards
TVH will be the sponsor of the Environment Award, or the ‘Environment Archie’ at the Fork Lift Truck Association’s (FLTA) Awards for Excellence 2020.
productBITA and FLTA to explore merger
The leading forklift trade associations are exploring the potential to merge. Both organisations will consult members on the proposal and no timetable has been set on the talks.
articleReasons to be optimistic
Accurately predicting the future direction of the UK economy has been occupying the minds of expert – and amateur – analysts for much of the previous twelve months and will likely continue to do so for some time to come. Brexit has proved a challenge for many industries and the material handling sector has not been immune from this. However, as we look ahead to a new year there are still reasons to be optimistic, says BITA Secretary-General James Clark.
articleThe path to a safer site
With the number of forklift accidents still alarmingly high, Tim Waples, Chief Executive of the Fork Lift Truck Association explains the dangers of lift trucks and offers advice on what you can do to ensure a safe site.
newsRichard Lyons has been appointed Trelleborg Wheel Systems MD for UK and Ireland
The move is part of a suite of changes to senior leadership in Trelleborg Wheel Systems EMEA.
productUpcoming tech hub
Curtis Instruments has established the UK Engineering Centre (UKEC), a new Research & Development Engineering facility that will be located in the Newcastle / Sunderland area of England, a region that is rapidly developing into a high-technology hub.
productButterfly design steering wheel recognised
Linde Material Handling has been nominated as a finalist in the Safety and Ergonomics category at the forthcoming FLTA awards.
productSmall but robust
The VERSO 10 in-vehicle computer has been designed to fit into tight cabins and is aimed at demanding environments where high performance is required.
productTrelleborg chosen by KION Group for non-marking tyres
The KION Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment, has selected Trelleborg Wheel Systems as its preferred main supplier for non-marking tyres in the European market.
productDigital fork camera
Jungheinrich has released a networked digital fork camera for intelligent scanning of goods.
productFLTA Awards postponed
The 26th annual FLTA Awards for Excellence, which had been due to take place on Saturday 21st March has officially been postponed in light of the current coronavirus pandemic.
articleAccessories by Toyota launched
New for 2020, Toyota Material Handling UK has launched an online accessories shop.
articleWhen the time is right
There’s certainly a time and a place for considering changing your MHE suppliers. During the grip of a global pandemic is not that time.
newsRe-scheduled FLTA Awards announced for November
The FLTA Awards for Excellence will now be held on Saturday 21st November 2020.
