productPurpose-designed lithium-ion pallet truck
TOYOTA HAS introduced the materials handling industry’s first purpose-designed lithium-ion powered pallet truck (PPT) – the 1600kg capacity BT Levio LWI160.
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productTransmon launches in-cabin UVC
WITH THE recent global pandemic highlighting the vital role of sanitisation, numerous academic studies have been carried out and global experts have concluded that the use of UVC light is highly effective in eliminating viruses (such as SARS-CoV-2) and bacteria on surfaces and in the air.
productVision-guided automated forklift
WISE ROBOTICS has extended its range of autonomous warehouse robots with VisionNav’s vision-guided, counterbalanced VNP15 automated forklift.
productBe part of the biggest night of the year
SCHEDULED FOR Saturday 15th October at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, The Archies is set to be the highlight of the material handling calendar.
productSTILL launches AMR models
THE FORKLIFT manufacturer has released three versions of its ACH series.
articleChanges in testing and training
The testing of forklift operators has undergone a transformation. Liam Knight asks, are you up to date?
productCloud management for forklift charging
EXIDE TECHNOLOGIES has launched the Motion+ Fleet software solution to provide a web-based fleet management solution for forklift batteries and chargers.
productELOKON appoints sales manager for France
SOPHIE GAUTHIER has been appointed to the newly created role of sales manager France at ELOKON, a leading supplier of safety and assistance systems for intralogistics and automation technology.
productLift truck firm to take on 17 apprentices
National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2022 is set to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. The theme for the 15th NAW is ‘build the future’ and Windsor Materials Handling has kicked off the week by announcing the launch of its 2022 apprenticeship programme.
articleArchie is back, and better than ever
With a fresh name and format, the UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA) is transforming the Awards for Excellence for a new era.
newsWorker struck by forklift
A CARDBOARD manufacturer has been sentenced after a visiting lorry driver suffered life changing injuries when he was struck by a forklift.
productDon’t overlook pre-use forklift inspections
According to the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), almost one in five lift truck incidents occur as a result of mechanical failure, which could be avoided through correct completion of a pre-use inspection.
product‘Second life’ forklift fleet first choice
CK Food Stores – the largest independent food retailer in South West Wales – has upgraded the material handling equipment at its Llanelli warehouse and distribution centre with the acquisition of a fleet of refurbished powered pallet trucks from the extensive range of Approved Used forklifts available from Toyota Material Handling UK.
productAcquisition for Briggs Equipment
BRIGGS EQUIPMENT has completed the acquisition of Aerial Platform Hire Limited, one of Ireland’s leading powered access hire companies.
articleForklift insight: trend for fleets blending used and new
WITH ONGOING global supply chain issues leading to longer lead times for all types of new materials handling equipment, Toyota Material Handling UK reports that demand for its pre-owned forklifts is at an all-time high as truck users look to second- or third-life machines to support their fleets.
productJungheinrich integrates robotics company Arculus
THE SOFTWARE and robotics start-up was acquired by Jungheinrich at the end of last year and will be used by the German intralogistics leader to expand into the AMR sector.
productToyota Material Handling UK announces new Rental & Used Director
Toyota Material Handling UK (TMHUK) has announced the appointment of Stuart Reilly to the position of Rental & Used Director.
productBriggs Equipment’s environmental commitment
AT BRIGGS, we recognise our organisational responsibility to help protect and preserve the environment. This commitment to sustainability isn’t just a slogan, it’s a long-term culture that will benefit our people, customers and the environment itself.
articleIntroducing The Archies 2022
UKMHA transforms Awards for Excellence and marks a new era for material handling industry.
articlePosition your ops for the future
The Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event offered insights, predictions and advice on how to position your business to best benefit from future trends. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.
