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.
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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.
productForklifts comply with Stage V
TCM has launched the FD 20-35 and FD/FGE 40-55 engine counterbalance trucks, which comply with EU Stage V regulations.
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?
productPassing the baton
Production of the last Linde 392/393 series forklift marks the end of an era – and the beginning of a new one.
articleDon’t see red over diesel rebate changes
As the UK government prepares to roll back the red diesel rebate from April 2022, affected industries will be looking for alternative solutions. Barry Naylor says hydrostatic could be the answer.
articleEngines making the regs
Sideloader manufacturer Baumann has unveiled changes to its 10 and 12 tonnes capacity diesel GS range.
articleSamsung Mexicana orders Flexi fleet
Narrow Aisle has a contract to supply a fleet of its latest electric-powered Flexi LiTHiON articulated forklift trucks to Samsung Mexicana for operation in the company’s Tijuana plant, where semi-conductor devices and electronic components for the automotive and consumer sectors are produced.
articleMore steps to take on carbon footprint
As companies seek to reduce their environmental impact along the whole supply chain, independent research (1) conducted on behalf of Calor has revealed that an overwhelming 95% of those working in the materials handling industry feel that much more can be done to lower their carbon emissions.
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.
articleProductivity & operator comfort key priorities
Masonry manufacturer upgrades forklifts for its busy operation, cutting downtime in the process.
productBatteries promise to optimise small motive power applications
Smaller machines can now enjoy the full benefit of Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) technology thanks to the latest NexSys 12V batteries from EnerSys.
productIs your site damaging your equipment?
Abrasive materials and certain chemicals will shorten the life of important components.
