articleHow LPG forklifts are cutting carbon footprints for logistics companies
In warehousing and logistics, a significant amount of energy consumption comes from fixed and mobile material handling equipment.
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productInvest in electrification with Briggs Equipment
Briggs does not believe there should be a limit to sustainability. Electrification is now available across its Big Truck and specialist equipment ranges, allowing businesses to build sustainable equipment fleets no matter their requirements or application.
productBold entrance to UK MHE market
Aprolis, the European leader and global player in the supply of multi-brand handling equipment, has recently celebrated its successful entry into the UK MHE marketplace.
articleInsight into REPowerEU and the energy challenge
Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the European Commission (EC) announced REPowerEU, its plan to enable Europe to move away from its reliance on Russian fossil fuels before 2030. Jake Martin explains.
articleA clear voice for MHE
UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA) was formed in 2021 by the merger of the industry’s two most respected trade associations – the British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) and the Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA).
productRefill LPG cylinders safely
CALOR TECHNICAL trainer Brian O’Flynn is big on safety when it comes to handling LPG. He specialises in training engineers and people across the business. Here, he gives steps to safely refill an LPG gas cylinder on a forklift truck.
productHarmonise peak loads
FRONIUS HAS launched a load balancing function for its Charge & Connect connectivity software. This allows users to harmonise peak loads when charging lead-acid traction batteries.
productHVO is go for forklifts
FLEET OPERATORS using diesel forklifts from Linde Material Handling can achieve reductions of up to 90% in carbon dioxide emissions by using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO).
productAldi’s Chelmsford depot opts for lithium powered trucks
GOING GREEN is a key target in the strategy of Aldi and the next obvious step for their Chelmsford distribution centre was to change from IC trucks to Lithium-Ion forklifts from Armill Lift Trucks.
productAutoBoost wins Archie for Mitsubishi
THE AUTOBOOST feature is one of a clutch of patent-pending design innovations that singled out the Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks electric EDiA XL from its rivals and helped it scoop a deserved Archie at the UKMHA’s Awards for Excellence.
productGlitz and glamour as UKMHA presents Archies 2022
FOR ITS inaugural Archies event UKMHA chose the theme of Hollywood Glamour… and the delivery certainly lived up to the billing.
productHow to safely refill and change LPG cylinders on forklifts – step by step
Brian O’Flynn, Technical Trainer at Calor is big on safety when it comes to handling LPG gas; he specialises in training engineers and people across the business. Here, he gives 5 simple steps to safely refilling and changing an LPG gas cylinder on a forklift truck.
productThe continuous evolution of electric
There is no denying that all over the world we are looking for alternative power sources, says TVH. The automotive industry is rapidly shifting to all-electric.
productSTILL to launch in-house fuel cell production
At a recent presentation on its market strategy, STILL outlined the importance of fuel cell, as well as changing the way its forklift product ranges are designated.
productHydrogen refuelling infrastructure partnership launches
Haskel Hydrogen Systems Group, part of Ingersoll Rand, has partnered with Dutch industrial hydrogen technology manufacturer HyGear, to offer combined hydrogen generation and refuelling infrastructure to the European market.
productStrong set of finalists competing for Archies 2022
After a two-year break, the forklift industry’s foremost awards ceremony is returning, with a bumper set of innovative nominations.
productUKMHA uses IMHX to highlight commitment to boosting safety
The UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA), the trade body representing all aspects of the UK’s material handling industry, has used its appearance at the industry’s leading exhibition to reinforce its commitment to improving safety standards.
productHC Forklifts makes argument for buying new
The forklift supplier asks – why buy a second-hand forklift when you can afford a new Li-ion Eco counterbalance forklift? The company also has a special offer on the new truck for the UK market.
articleLeading the lithium revolution
Want a lithium-powered model that handles like a yard truck? Want a retrofit lithium battery for any forklift you have? Lithium Battery Solutions brings to market a range of products that will enable you to do just that, Stephen Burton tells HSS editor Simon Duddy.
articleMake the most of your assets
At a time when companies are focused on keeping business costs to a minimum, a strict materials handling equipment maintenance and servicing regime is more important than ever, says Andy Pritchard.
