productSwitch to electric but get it right
TOPPING UP is the single most important piece of forklift maintenance you can do, says Triathlon Battery Solutions, who know how to guarantee you always get it right.
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articleRed Diamond Distribution acquired by Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi Logisnext Europe B.V. (MLE) has acquired all shares of its UK importer Red Diamond Distribution Ltd (RDD) in an amicable takeover that will see both companies working closely together in order to drive the expansion of the Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks brand in the UK.
articleElectrifying Baumann sales by DGP
GLASGOW-BASED Baumann distributor, Douglas Gillespie Plant, has been recognised as the UK’s leading electric sideloader supplier.
productThe Archies attracts record levels of support
EVENT ORGANISERS overwhelmed by sponsor sign-ups… small number of sponsorship opportunities remain.
productBattery intelligence combats downtime
FRONIUS CHARGE Charge & Connect has been launched as a smart network solution for battery chargers.
articleEnergy bundles ensure high efficiency
Clark has relaunched the GEX and GTX series. The three and four-wheel electric forklifts in 48-volt technology with load capacities of 1.6 to 2 tonnes are now also available with a lithium-ion battery (Li-Ion).
articleA ray of sunlight for Yale trucks
Yale has enhanced its lithium-ion range with Sunlight Li.ON FORCE batteries. The maintenance-free models minimise operational downtime.
articleRoofing merchant replaces diesel trucks across 13 depots
Burton Roofing Merchants – a leading supplier of roofing materials to both the construction trade and the public – is replacing the diesel-powered Toyota counterbalance trucks in operation across its 13 UK depots with electric-powered models also from the Toyota range.
productGround broken on new Swindon HQ for Yuasa
GS YUASA Battery Sales UK has started construction of a 178,500 sq ft purpose-built headquarters and distribution centre in Swindon.
productRed diesel deadline options
BUSINESSES USING red diesel-powered forklift trucks in their warehouse facilities need to be prepared for a hit to their operating costs when the Government’s red diesel subsidy ends in a few weeks’ time, warns Tracy Clarke, UK energy sales manager for Linde Materials Handling.
productFirst lithium counterbalance truck from Clark
CLARK HAS relaunched the GEX and GTX series.
productAG Barr invests in all-electric fleet
THE LEADING drinks manufacturer has struck a deal to introduce a 70 strong forklift all-electric fleet this year.
productBe part of the biggest night of the year
SCHEDULED FOR Saturday 15th October at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, The Archies is set to be the highlight of the material handling calendar.
productHyster adds battery options
THE FORKLIFT manufacturer is giving customers more ways to select the best battery technology for their application with Sunlight Group lithium-ion batteries now an option for selected Hyster forklifts and warehouse trucks.
productCloud management for forklift charging
EXIDE TECHNOLOGIES has launched the Motion+ Fleet software solution to provide a web-based fleet management solution for forklift batteries and chargers.
articleClever procurement allows food firm to trim forklift fleet
SNACK PRODUCER, Burts Snacks has slashed intralogistics costs and achieved significant handling efficiency gains across its business.
productHeavy duty battery ready for the end of red diesel
THE QUASAR battery helps heavy-duty industries switch to electric as end of red diesel subsidy signals rise in fuel costs.
articleArchie is back, and better than ever
With a fresh name and format, the UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA) is transforming the Awards for Excellence for a new era.
productLarge consignment sells quickly
HANDLING EQUIPMENT UK, one of the UK’s leading importers of EP materials handling equipment, has recently taken delivery of over 30 trucks with a combined value of £500,000.
productNew battery opens up new applications for Wave
CROWN HAS equipped its popular Wave Work Assist Vehicle with lithium-ion batteries.
