articleSafety guidance for forklift users
Tapping into the unique knowledge and resources of a reliable trade organisation can make all the difference to the safety of your operations says the Fork Lift Truck Association.
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articleRTITB clarifies HSE guidance on forklift training and Covid-19
RTITB has sought clarity from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regarding its guidance around lift truck training and Covid-19, following the recent announcements about the new virus strain in the UK and implementation of Tier/Level 4 areas.
newsJames Clark retires as BITA Secretary-General
The British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) has announced that its long-serving Secretary-General, James Clark retired at the end of 2020.
articleYeo Valley switches to powered pallet trucks
Operators at the organic farming and dairy company are feeling less strain due to the arrival of a fleet of Mitsubishi PBPL hand pallet trucks.
productKeep up with your maintenance
Key tips for the maintenance tips of forklift trucks, particularly electric models, with a view to maximising efficiency and safety.
productAITT Excellence status gained
THE ASSOCIATION of Industrial Truck Trainers (AITT) has awarded Mentor FLT Training with the coveted AITT Excellence status, following its latest training standards audit.
productCFTS extends training nationwide
CFTS has appointed a new Training Manager to ensure that members across the country have access to accredited, in-depth training courses.
newsCombilift collaborates on forklift-based children’s book
The CombiKids children’s book has been launched just in time for Christmas.
newsNorth London DC for brewer
Independent British brewer, Beavertown Brewery, has launched its state-of-the-art Beaverworld facility at Enfield Distribution Park (ENDP), having signed a 25-year lease on a 126,595 sq ft warehouse/production unit last year.
newsNew MD for Linde Material Handling UK
Linde Material Handling UK has appointed Ulrike Just as managing director with effect from 1 November 2020.
productOn-truck screen upgraded
Crown has upgraded the screen for use with its on-truck InfoLink fleet management system.
articleThe best of both worlds
We have both physical and virtual events planned for 2021, to give attendees with broad preferences every opportunity to learn and improve their warehouse operations in preparation for the challenges ahead.
articleDawn of the super truck?
Powerful and intelligent electric forklifts are set to change materials handling for good and have more in common with high-end cars than conventional forklifts, says Stewart Gosling.
productTruly local service from CFTS
From Land’s End to John o’ Groats, the CFTS Thorough Examination scheme spans the entire nation.
articleDigging deeper for customers
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Yale is digging deeper with customers in its Discovery Interviews, to help determine the right material handling priorities and solutions, says Robert O’Donoghue.
article3PL invests in fleet for multi-user sites
Expect Distribution has added further Flexi articulated lift trucks to the already extensive fleet of Flexi very narrow aisle machines that are in operation across its multi-user warehouse facilities in Halifax and Bradford.
articleLeasing and financing can ease budget concerns
During economic downturns, we are reminded of the importance of cash preservation and liquidity for businesses, says DLL.
productToyota Material Handling appoints dealer
MHE firm Lloyd, active in Northern England and Southern Scotland, has been appointed Approved Dealer Partner.
newsFalling pallet of stone kills agency worker
A transport company has been fined after a worker was fatally injured when the pallet of stone tiles he was attempting to deliver fell onto him.
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.
