productIT’S FAIR to say that most managers responsible for materials handling operations are aware of the need for routine inspections (Thorough Examinations) to ensure their equipment is safe to operate and fit for purpose.
productThe leading provider of forklift telematics and safety systems has announced the appointment of Ute Filippone as the company’s chief operating officer.
productAn East Yorkshire garden landscaping supply company has been fined £600,000 after an employee died while loading a lorry.
productThe Irish manufacturer has donated its 75,000th truck to charity in its 25th anniversary year.
articleYale Materials Handling has changed its brand name to Yale Lift Truck Technologies.
articleThe new eBook, titled ‘Top Trends Influencing Your Industrial Forklift Selection’, considers how the needs of different stakeholders across a demanding materials handling operation may drive lift truck specification.
productThe one thing about Thorough Examinations that most managers don’t know is that ‘exceptional circumstances’ may mean you need an additional Thorough Examination (LOLER).
articleAccidents are typically the result of multiple failings, so any solution needs to take all aspects of the workplace into account. Stuart Taylor explains further.
productTOMORROW’S WAREHOUSE is a one-day, free-to-attend conference tackling operational challenges in warehousing and logistics at a time of upheaval, which will take place at the Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry on 8 June 2023.
articleForklift technologies are constantly evolving to support productivity, efficiency, and reduced costs. Intralogistics operations can stay competitive, by adopting the latest technologies, designed to meet their application requirements, says Robert O’Donoghue.
newsFollowing the acquisition of Maxim GB and Neckar Forklifts by Briggs Equipment, the firm has entered into a distribution agreement with Maximal Forklift (Zhejiang) Co Ltd (a subsidiary of Hyster-Yale Group) for the importation and supply of Maximal-branded forklifts in the UK.
articleLinde Material Handling UK has released a report on greening the intralogistics leg of the supply chain.
articleThe distributor of building materials is accelerating its decarbonisation plan by switching out its fleet of diesel forklift trucks with up to 1,100 new electric machines by mid-2024.
productDEMAND FOR warehouse space is expected to continue to outstrip supply, and “improving not moving” could therefore be the answer to warehouse woes – assuming you know where to start with what can be a daunting task.
productThe manufacturer already has electrically driven empty container handlers, reach stackers and terminal tractors in everyday use in Asia.
productCHECK WHETHER the provider responsible for the Thorough Examination (LOLER) for your forklift or warehouse trucks includes inspecting the operator’s seat.
articleNo matter where we turn, costs are going up. From supermarkets to fuel stations, to our personal and business energy bills, no one has been unaffected from this steady, and sometimes devastating, increase in prices.
articleThe two new ranges within the NXE Series provide industrial users with a wide choice of zero-emission, low-noise level, environmentally friendly trucks capable of tackling heavy duty tasks.
article3PL KAMMAC has awarded a five-year rental fleet management deal together with a fleet of new very narrow aisle trucks.
articleExperts and leaders share lessons learned on safety in warehousing and logistics operations. You can take many of these measures and adapt and implement them in your operation to boost safety outcomes and improve culture.
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