articleClean handling trucks for food industry
Doosan is targeting the food and drinks sector with a versatile new range of three-wheel electric counterbalance forklift trucks, the B15R-7 Series.
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productBITA stats show rise UK forklift sales
The British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) – the UK trade association for manufacturers and suppliers of fork lift truck and associated components and services – has revealed volumes of forklift trucks sold across the UK increased 2.5% during 2018, to just over 35,000 units.
articleNew LPG truck meets latest regs
Mitsubishi LPG forklift range delivers exceptional fuel efficiency amid changing emission regulations.
productNexen Lift Trucks announces ambitious investment and expansion plan
Lowestoft-based Nexen Lift Trucks has unveiled an £8.5m investment in its UK-based headquarters and manufacturing facility.
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.
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productBaoli’s China investment pays off
The forklift manufacturer, which builds trucks in China, is targeting greater exports to Europe.
productFreight firm expands forklift fleet with Mitsubishi
With 20,000 sq m of transit warehousing in the UK, Simarco’s work can be intensive. Fifty-hour weeks for the trucks is not uncommon, meaning that materials handling operations consume a significant volume of fuel – making it an important cost centre.
productMore than 400 suppliers confirmed for IMHX
Logistics specialists can meet over 400 suppliers of a vast array of storage and materials handling solutions at IMHX 2019, the UK’s biggest and longest running intralogistics equipment exhibition, returning to the NEC, Birmingham, in September.
productDon’t overlook safety and comfort
Operator safety and comfort has never been more important. Can you confidently say you’re offering your operators the best handling experience? TCM’s Marcus Turner says the FB Electric 3-4 wheel counterbalance truck could help.
articleBetter fuel efficiency and tyre wear
Agricultural equipment manufacturer IAE has recently taken delivery of a new fleet of 19 RX70 diesel counterbalance trucks from STILL for its Stoke-on-Trent facility.
newsLoad topples from fork lift to injure worker
The worker suffered multiple severe fractures and an erupted bladder, and has been unable to return to work.
productDon’t let Thorough Examinations leave you exposed
Thousands of businesses operating fork lift trucks may, unknowingly, be falling foul of the Law over their Thorough Examinations, according to industry leaders.
productKeeping business moving
Briggs Equipment has delivered a new fleet of trucks to several sites across Ireland for Comans Beverage.
articleKalmar releases lithium powered medium forklift
The new forklift is the latest step on the company’s journey towards offering an electric version of every product in its portfolio by 2021.
product3D warehouse 5G commerce – Tomorrow’s Warehouse predictions
We predict a mix of familiar headaches and new opportunities in the warehouse of the future. Lack of space is still a major concern, and unlikely to go away, while barely noticed new tech such as 5G may have a much bigger impact than anticipated.
articleIs a perfect storm set to wreck our love affair with diesel?
Terry Kendrew, Managing Director at Impact Handling takes a look at the new Stage V legislation and the choices facing IC engined lift truck users.
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.
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.
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.
