newsBuilt for the future
Hangcha has built its latest forklifts around the lithium-ion battery format, and they are said to offer a ‘low cost, low stress’ option.
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articleThe end of the affair?
Diesel has long been the UK’s preferred option for forklifts. Cheap to buy, and familiar to service and repair, for decades it was the go-to power source for lift truck buyers. But Stewart Gosling says this is all about to change.
articleTicking time bomb
RTITB has revealed lift truck training and assessment statistics for 2020 which could indicate an upcoming ‘safety time bomb’, where thousands of candidates are operating without up-to-date training. RTITB MD Laura Nelson reports.
articleFinish of tax relief could spell the end for diesel forklifts
Electric forklifts can deliver massive cost savings and much more.
newsUKMHA chooses National Forklift Safety Day for official launch
As part of its ongoing commitment to promote good safety protocols throughout the material handling industry, the UK Material Handling Association will be marking its official launch in conjunction with this year’s National Forklift Safety Day (NFSD).
articleWhat’s in the future?
Windsor Materials Handling cautions against being too prescriptive about warehouse solutions, and meditates on broader climate challenges.
productElectric fleet for new facility
TOYOTA TRAIGO electric counterbalance trucks installed as sustainable choice for new facility.
articleHeavy lifting to support production process
Bed manufacturer Relyon has doubled its fleet of Mitsubishi forklift trucks to support its fast-expanding operations.
articleRough guide to the super-deduction tax break
The pandemic has already created a great need for capital investment as companies seek to rapidly re-tool their logistics operations. For those companies on the fence about such investments, the Government has unveiled an additional kicker – the ‘super-deduction’ tax break. See here for how it works alongside other relevant tax measures.
articleProud past exciting future
The growing demand for alternative power solutions continues to drive evolution. This sparks opportunities to find new solutions and gains in product design.
articleBig data can boost fleet management
Fleet management is an essential part of material handling operation, and TCM explores how cutting edge IT is having an impact.
productLast chance to take part in our survey
The Tomorrow’s Warehouse survey is open – so have your say at this crucial time.
product10th major Archie award for Combilift
Combilift, the Irish manufacturer of a wide range of handling solutions, has won its 10th prestigious industry award from the Forklift Truck Association for one of its latest products.
articlePartners for Success
The best businesses adapt to change, reflect the requirements and needs of their customers and deliver on the promises they make, says Windsor Materials Handling.
newsForklift industry highlights its heroes
The winners of the 26th FLTA Awards for Excellence have been announced.
product£1000 cashback on new counterbalance trucks
Toyota Material Handling UK is offering customers £1,000 cashback on new counterbalance trucks purchased in the months of April, May and June 2021 in an initiative titled ‘Toyota Super Deduction Plus’.
articleCockpit-style cab
Hyster has launched the next evolution in its range of Container Handlers and 18+ tonnes capacity Lift Trucks, featuring new cabs, controls and Stage V compliant diesel engines.
articleWill high-capacity electrics do for diesel?
WITH THE future of diesel forklifts under increasing pressure from ever-tighter regulations on emissions, sales of electric trucks have been accelerating.
productThe wait is almost over…
FLTA Awards for Excellence to take place online on Saturday 10th April.
articleThe future of the forklift
We asked key suppliers about the future of the forklift and got responses covering automation, lithium-ion, contract flexibility, and much else besides.
