Hiab, part of Cargotec, has received a significant order for MOFFETT M8 55 NX truck mounted forklifts worth over EUR 24.5 million in the US. The order was made by an existing customer, one of the country’s largest building materials and supply companies. The order was booked in Cargotec’s 2022 …
Read More »Global Materials Handling joins Toyota’s national dealer network
Toyota Material Handling UK (TMH UK) has announced the appointment of a new addition to its national dealer network. Saint Helens-based Global Materials Handling Ltd became the official Toyota dealer for the north west of England when managing director Andy Evans put pen to paper at a signing ceremony at …
Read More »Yale MP16UX Pedestrian Pallet Truck joins growing range for low intensity applications
Yale Europe Materials Handling introduces its latest addition to the Yale UX Series, the MP16UX Pedestrian Pallet Truck. Following the ethos of the Yale product range for low intensity applications, the MP16UX is easy to maintain, affordable to own and simply efficient. The MP16UX offers competitive energy consumption, helping to …
Read More »STILL impresses twice in the ‘Product of the Year 2022’ competition
“The readers’ vote shows: We are on the right track” The “materialfluss” trade magazine readers were given a choice – and have twice opted for products or logistics concepts from the Hamburg-based intralogistics expert STILL. It was the third time that the trade magazine “materialfluss” called on its readers to …
Read More »Management must change to secure next generation of lift truck operators, Talent in Logistics research shows
A recent survey by Talent in Logistics, sponsored by UKMHA (UK Material Handling Association), found that more than half (51%) of male lift truck operators aged 30 and over do not find their management to be trustworthy and honest. 52% would also not recommend their job to family and friends. …
Read More »Time for the automotive industry to get smart with parts
Driverless forklifts are the perfect part handling solution for the automotive industry, says Jason Zhang, VisionNav Robotics’ Head of Sales – Europe The automotive industry was an early adopter of automated production technology and for several decades robots busily carrying out welding, assembly, painting and part transfer tasks, have been …
Read More »Learn about safer logistics and earn CPD points at free-to-attend seminar
Toyota Material Handling is the sponsor of a brand new feature at the Health & Safety Event 2022 – this year’s largest gathering of professionals responsible for running safe and efficient workplaces (NEC, Birmingham, 5-7 April 2022). The Safer Logistics Theatre will be an expert-led, free-to-attend seminar programme featuring a …
Read More »Rushlift steps-up to charity challenge
Rushlift, the specialist materials handling and airport ground support equipment supplier and service provider, has taken the initiative during the COVID pandemic to support three UK charities, raising a total of £6000. When COVID restrictions prevented the annual companywide ‘Day of Community Service’, senior leadership and staff at Rushlift decided …
Read More »New Parts Manager appointment at B&B Attachments
B&B Attachments is delighted to announce the appointment of Marie Ridley as Parts Manager. Marie began her professional career in Forklift Engineering and Mechanical Maintenance. She comes to B&B with more than 20 years aftermarket experience within the industry and brings with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise. As …
Read More »Fuel price rise fears prompt Burton Roofing to switch from diesel to electric-powered Toyota forklifts
Burton Roofing Merchants Ltd – 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. The decision to switch from a diesel to …
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