productBack to work health check
Returning to work is proving a challenge. Many employers are seeking all the help they can get to ensure they go back safely – while facing the most challenging economic downturn in living memory.
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articleLithium-ion is challenging LPG
Operators of LP Gas-powered warehouse trucks are increasingly switching to lithium-ion battery-powered alternatives, says John Maguire.
productCombi-CS pedestrian stacker wins IFOY Award
Combilift is a winner at this year’s IFOY Awards 2020, one of the most prestigious and hotly contested international awards in the materials handling industry which honours the best products and solutions of the year.
productBlue Spot for ATEX forklifts
Pyroban has launched Blue EX Spot, a driving path warning system for ATEX compliant lift trucks operating in Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 hazardous areas.
articleKeeping the focus on safety
Toyota Material Handling explains how to make the forklift inherently safer.
productCheck if trucks need to be inspected
CFTS has advised businesses working with lift trucks to check if they are responsible for booking their equipment in for an inspection.
productBoost uptime with next-gen tyre
Trelleborg Wheel Systems has launched the PS1000, a leading-edge tyre solution for material handling applications.
articleConsider driverless transport in support of production
Across all industries, companies are faced with the growing challenge of using resources in an optimised, profitable and sustainable way in order to survive in dynamic market environments.
articleForklift dealers combine to form integrated solutions provider
Amvar and Lift West have combined under new ownership to go to market with a more complete solution based offering.
newsMOD awards bumper contract to Briggs JV
AmeyBriggs has secured a £240 million contract to maintain and manage the Ministry of Defence’s (MOD) fleet of construction and materials handling equipment, and other key plant, until 2027.
articleLithium powered heavy hitter
Hyster has launched its new J7.0–9.0XNL forklift series with fully integrated lithium-ion batteries. The zero-emissions electric lift trucks with 7-9 tonnes of lift capacity offer comparable diesel engine performance, and rapid opportunity charging.
articleManitou Group partners with Effidence on autonomous warehouse kit
The two companies have signed a partnership for the co-development and marketing of a range of logistics robots with the objective of combining robotic technologies for warehousing with Manitou’s extensive distribution network.
productFork tech leaders ink deal
Ravas Europe has signed up the Bolzoni Group as a distributor for its iForks-32 forklift truck scales.
productRefresher training vital to reduce risk in changing workplace
With many businesses having updated their sites due to Covid-19, refresher training is essential in maintaining operator safety, says Stuart Taylor.
productWebinar to discuss future of workplace transport training
The AITT event will deliver insights on meeting new challenges and seizing long-term opportunities.
productForklift STR fears
Recession fears could lead to a significant reduction in the number of lift trucks available for short term rental during the coming fourth quarter peak retail period, warns John Maguire.
articleRobots already a reality
Robotics and humans working together, the workforce of the future – or is it? For the materials handling industry, this is already happening, says Ron Farr.
articleControl forklift costs
A forklift truck is a vital tool, and significant investment, that should be regularly maintained and productively managed across the whole life of a truck. But Ross Farquhar asks how many businesses fall short?
articleHeavy engineering firm opts for 55 truck fleet
At the Todmorden plant of Weir Minerals fabricates a broad range of specialist pumps, the largest as big as a double decker bus. This makes the forklift fleet crucial.
productIs your site damaging your equipment?
Abrasive materials and certain chemicals will shorten the life of important components.
