productSwitch Box for optimal availability
Fronius has developed a solution to keep batteries permanently charged even if they are stored for long periods of time.
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productBombardier signs long term deal with Hoppecke
Bombardier Transportation, the rail division of the leading manufacturer of planes and trains, has signed a long-term service agreement (LTSA) with Hoppecke Industrial Batteries.
productBITA appoints David Goss as new technical manager
David Goss has been appointed as BITA’s new Technical Manager, succeeding Bob Hine who is retiring at the end of February after 10 years with BITA.
productLithium-ion stacker sees Jungheinrich up for award
Jungheinrich has continued to impress with its advances in energy saving technology at the International Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) Award, which has recently announced that the EMD 115i electric high-lift stacker is one of two Jungheinrich solutions in the final round of 2017.
productPhillip Taylor to SVP at Trojan Battery
Trojan Battery Co, the world’s leading manufacturer of deep-cycle batteries, has named Phillip Taylor as senior vice president, and chief human resources (HR) officer to lead the company’s global workforce of more than 1,000 employees.
productMaking a VERTU of saving cash
When the market is dictated by price alone, there tends to be only one direction of travel, but battery price reality can only be truly assessed by incorporating the associated running costs involved with ownership or a lease contract, says ECOBAT Battery Technologies.
articleFighting back against theft
The Fork Lift Truck Association’s Stolen Truck Alert – recently enhanced by the Stolen Truck Database – has a proven track record in helping recover stolen property and apprehending the perpetrators of the crime.
articleCutting consumption
An aluminium smelter has reduced the energy consumption of its intralogistics equipment by using Fronius battery charging technology.
newsFLTA Awards winners honoured
Best of the industry celebrated for hard work and achievement on March 4th at Telford’s International Centre.
productBattery chargers offered
Curtis UK is well placed to help dealers and individual business select the right charger to help batteries last longer and perform better, says the firm.
articleYale powers up lithium-ion
Yale Europe Materials Handling aims to offer customers working in intensive applications improved efficiency and reduced total cost of ownership as it announces its collaboration with Midac SpA to provide a range of lithium-ion power solutions for the EMEA market.
product16 Cesab forklifts reduce operator fatigue at waste firm Roydon
Waste management and recycling provider Roydon Group has seen improved efficiencies after choosing Cesab M300 forklifts for two of its waste management operations.
productLPG trucks form bulk of order
Window and conservatory systems manufacturer Synseal has updated its materials handling fleet with 28 new trucks on full-service contract hire, after Impact’s proactive maintenance programme and provision of quality equipment contributed to a 100% customer service record.
articleChargers designed for use with lithium-ion batteries
Fronius has developed a series of battery charging systems for the forklift truck manufacturer Linde Material Handling that are specially designed for use with lithium-ion batteries.
productEfficient electric hand pallet truck
Clark has released the electric hand pallet truck WPio12, the firm’s first foray into lithium-ion battery powered models.
articleA renewables revolution with BioLPG
Matthew Lightburn, BioLPG Specialist at Calor, introduces a new and renewable fuel source for the forklift truck market.
productSteel manufacturer saves 30% in forklift fuel costs
The Hadley Group took delivery of 16 new environmentally friendly and economic CNG powered Linde trucks, after reviewing their current fleet, which they’d had for nearly 15 years.
articleJungheinrich launches ‘Power Buy the Hour’ rental packages
Jungheinrich UK has announced the launch of its ‘Power Buy the Hour’ range of rental packages, a highly flexible new approach to IC forklift truck rental in the UK.
productToyota to support hauliers at the CV Show 2017
Toyota Material Handling UK will be showcasing a range of solutions to help the transport industry at the Commercial Vehicle Show 25th – 27th April 2017 at NEC Birmingham.
productRecycling lithium ion batteries
On 1 June 2017, European Cleaning Machines Recycling (ECMR) will organise a seminar in close collaboration with Van Peperzeel on compliance with regulations when storing, transporting and returning Li-ion batteries.
