productPurpose-designed lithium-ion pallet truck
TOYOTA HAS introduced the materials handling industry’s first purpose-designed lithium-ion powered pallet truck (PPT) – the 1600kg capacity BT Levio LWI160.
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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.
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.
productLift truck firm to take on 17 apprentices
National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2022 is set to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. The theme for the 15th NAW is ‘build the future’ and Windsor Materials Handling has kicked off the week by announcing the launch of its 2022 apprenticeship programme.
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.
articleForklift insight: trend for fleets blending used and new
WITH ONGOING global supply chain issues leading to longer lead times for all types of new materials handling equipment, Toyota Material Handling UK reports that demand for its pre-owned forklifts is at an all-time high as truck users look to second- or third-life machines to support their fleets.
productJungheinrich integrates robotics company Arculus
THE SOFTWARE and robotics start-up was acquired by Jungheinrich at the end of last year and will be used by the German intralogistics leader to expand into the AMR sector.
productToyota Material Handling UK announces new Rental & Used Director
Toyota Material Handling UK (TMHUK) has announced the appointment of Stuart Reilly to the position of Rental & Used Director.
productBriggs Equipment’s environmental commitment
AT BRIGGS, we recognise our organisational responsibility to help protect and preserve the environment. This commitment to sustainability isn’t just a slogan, it’s a long-term culture that will benefit our people, customers and the environment itself.
articleIntroducing The Archies 2022
UKMHA transforms Awards for Excellence and marks a new era for material handling industry.
articlePosition your ops for the future
The Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event offered insights, predictions and advice on how to position your business to best benefit from future trends. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.
productManoeuvring in tight aisles
WHOLESALER LWC Drinks has introduced a fleet of VNA articulated forklifts across its nationwide estate of distribution depots, including the company’s recently opened new 173,000 sq ft bonded DC in Chadderton, Oldham.
productBathroom retailer invests in huge fleet
TOYOTA MATERIAL handling UK has provided the fleet, spearheaded by state-of-the-art reach trucks.
productHistory repeats for Crown
CROWN RECENTLY acquired one of the earliest electric counterbalance forklifts the company produced, originally manufactured in 1968.
productHigh-lift lithium truck
THE CLARK high-lift pallet truck PSX16 also features foldable ride-on platform and side protection bars.
productBriggs Equipment acquires major southern England forklift dealer
THE LEADING materials handing equipment supplier has completed the acquisition of materials handling dealer, Forkway Group.
productOrders soar for new lift trucks
UKMHA NOTES rising sales but says manufacturers are struggling to meet demand.
