productWhat price safety?
Curtis’ red Safety Zone lamp is already widely used in warehouses across the UK.
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articleBig year ahead
With a new year comes new opportunities and challenges. Next year should have plenty of each of those! It is, of course, an IMHX year and the UK logistics industry’s biggest trade show traditionally gives a triennial shot in the arm to all exhibitors. But with Brexit just around the corner and no clear plan at the time of writing, we are about to enter a tumultuous period, says BITA President Simon Barkworth.
articleAre you working within the law?
Making poor decisions over your Thorough Examination could see you ending up in cross examination. That’s why it’s essential that those who are responsible for safe and lawful use of industrial equipment understand their obligations, as CFTS Technical Manager Shaun Prendergast explains.
productFree energy consultations
GNB Industrial Power has appointed Tom Naylor as its business development manager.
productOne-stop compliance
CFTS Chairman Geoff Martin reflects on the 20th anniversary of the introduction of the LOLER and PUWER regulations.
productIntuitive performance
Building on the success of its popular 80-volt, EDiA EX, Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has announced the latest addition to its award-winning electric range: EDiA EM.
newsKnow your currency options ahead of Brexit crunch time
Finance firm Investec is urging UK businesses with currency exposures to consider a range of options as Brexit nears, particularly if we head towards ‘no-deal’.
articleFLTA: Put safety first
Each year, 1300 people suffer life-changing injuries as a result of lift truck accidents. To help us better understand the issues and challenges facing employers, Peter Harvey MBE, chief executive of the Fork Lift Truck Association, shares his thoughts.
productEnvironmental considerations lead 3PL to lithium forklift investment
AKW Global Logistics has committed to purchasing two 2.5 tonne lithium powered forklifts, to replace diesel models.
articleTaking training records paperless
Lift truck incidents can result in a Health & Safety Executive (HSE) investigation. When the worst happens, organisations often lack the records which prove they have done what is legally required for compliance and safety. That’s just one reason why RTITB is encouraging the warehousing and logistics industry to go paperless with training records. Laura Nelson, RTITB Managing Director, explains.
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productOver 400 exhibitors expected at IMHX 2019
Supply chain issues are predicted to top the post-Brexit agenda.
productTranslift senior management makes key transition
Translift has developed from its manufacturing heritage to a dealership offering professional added value. It offers the Bendi and Landoll range, as well as complementary products.
articleAre you ready for Euro-Stage V?
Emission standards for diesel forklift trucks are about to get a lot stricter and, for the first time, LPG trucks are affected too. Paul Watson, UK commercial director at Doosan Industrial Vehicles UK asks what are the implications for buyers planning their future strategic fleet purchases?
articleTCM forklifts play crucial role at intense 3PL operation
Managers at George Walker Transport have been working with engineers at Sheffield-based CAM Forklift Trucks developing new techniques to improve the crucial role forklifts play in their intensive materials handling operation as part of a productivity and £500,000 cost reduction platform.
productWorker pushing trolley killed by sideloader
Leeds-based garden shed manufacturing company, Woodlands Homecare, was sentenced for safety breaches after a worker was killed.
productElectric multidirectional sideloader business Hubtex strengthens UK business
Hubtex is intent on expansion in the UK market, and is banking on a consultative approach that is focused on optimising end-to-end processes for end users.
productSafety and Health Excellence Awards 2019 entries open
The SHE Awards are free to enter and celebrate achievements in the health, safety, security and fire sectors.
productCrown Lift Trucks acquires new Midlands site
Crown is to open a new Midlands facility following its acquisition of a speculative development on a landmark site in Perry Barr, Birmingham.
productAITT named accreditation partner for Toyota Material Handling UK
Toyota training centres and Toyota instructors will be receiving AITT accreditation.
