articleHigh performing electric forklift released
STILL has revamped the RX60 counterbalance truck in the 3.5 to 5.0 tonnes load capacity range pursuing high performance while eliminating emissions.
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articleSafety the watchword
For more than 75 years the British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) has promoted the principle of ever improving safety standards across the whole of the material handling industry. 2020 has seen this principle challenged like never before, but in the true spirit of the association, BITA rose to the task and by its swift and decisive action, ensured the industry – and everyone working within it – could continue to operate safely.
articleDriving site safety
Tim Waples, Chief Executive of the Fork Lift Truck Association, reveals a brand-new intensive safety campaign specifically designed to support those who work with materials handling equipment.
productGwynedd Forklifts acquired by major distributor
Briggs Equipment has completed the acquisition of Gwynedd Forklifts, an independent materials handling equipment distributor across North Wales and Shropshire.
articleHow to handle supply chain disruption
Virtual conference to offer guidance and answer key questions on how to transform the warehouse.
productFLTA launches Safety Drive from Monday
The Fork Lift Truck Association is launching a new campaign – FLTA Safety Drive.
productCelebrating 100 years of the Yale brand
2020 marks two important centenaries in the history of Yale: the introduction of the first electric forklift, and the birth of the Yale brand.
articlePort invests £2m in forklift fleet
Shoreham Port has invested in a fleet of 35 new Yale forklift trucks to support its timber logistics operation, with Forkway’s FleetSafe LCD telematics system playing a key role.
articleForklift downtime slashed at busy bulk handling application
Docks operation takes on lithium-ion powered forklifts after frustration with lead acid battery downtime.
newsStewart Murdoch to succeed Harry Sands as Hyster-Yale Europe head
The EMEA division of Hyster-Yale Group has announced that Harry Sands will retire as the Company’s Senior VP and Managing Director, EMEA, from 30 September 2020, after almost 40 years of service.
productBack to work health check
Returning to work is proving a challenge. Many employers are seeking all the help they can get to ensure they go back safely – while facing the most challenging economic downturn in living memory.
articleMore power to you
Crown’s brand-new V-Force Lithium-Ion Energy Storage Systems (ESS) offer many benefits over traditional lead acid power sources making it the ideal power solution for fleet managers looking to make changes. In addition to its wide range of batteries and chargers, Crown offers extensive consulting services on all aspects of energy technology.
articleKeeping the focus on safety
Toyota Material Handling explains how to make the forklift inherently safer.
productExtended range of trucks
Hyster Europe has extended its range of electric counterbalance lift trucks with the introduction of nine new three- and four-wheel forklift models for lifts up to 3.5 tonnes.
articleSleek and powerful Euro Stage V compliant trucks
Doosan has launched a range of Euro Stage V compliant IC engine counterbalance forklift trucks – the 9-Series is said to offer outstanding fuel efficiency, performance, driver comfort and durability.
articleForklift dealers combine to form integrated solutions provider
Amvar and Lift West have combined under new ownership to go to market with a more complete solution based offering.
articleLithium powered heavy hitter
Hyster has launched its new J7.0–9.0XNL forklift series with fully integrated lithium-ion batteries. The zero-emissions electric lift trucks with 7-9 tonnes of lift capacity offer comparable diesel engine performance, and rapid opportunity charging.
articleControl forklift costs
A forklift truck is a vital tool, and significant investment, that should be regularly maintained and productively managed across the whole life of a truck. But Ross Farquhar asks how many businesses fall short?
productPassing the baton
Production of the last Linde 392/393 series forklift marks the end of an era – and the beginning of a new one.
articleDon’t see red over diesel rebate changes
As the UK government prepares to roll back the red diesel rebate from April 2022, affected industries will be looking for alternative solutions. Barry Naylor says hydrostatic could be the answer.
