Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Forklift Truck",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Engine powered forklift is safest yet from
Toyota Material Handling UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "Engine powered forklift truck is claimed to be the safest in the world owing to it having an active stability system, operator presence sensing and improved operator
visibility".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release AC powered forklift trucks improve traction from
HYUNDAI HEAVY INDUSTRIES EUROPE: "AC drive system on battery-powered forklift trucks offers improved traction, gradability (up to nearly 30%), and controllability, on the ramp and during braking".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Toyota Material Handling UK
concerning its Tonero forklift truck
- take a look at Forklift truck ensures effective working
which says: "Forklift truck has a range of features to make every manoeuvre as safe and simple as possible, ensuring the operator and truck work effectively".
Take a look also at the news release from Thorworld Industries, Dock ramp and leveller cut truck turnround time,
as well as Attachment saves 75% of coil handling times from B and B Attachments,
and Block handling clamp improves productivity from B and B Attachments.
See also:
Safety, productivity steered forklift development
(September 2007)
Five key elements were involved in extensive research and customer consultation when developing a forklift truck range: safety, productivity, durability, the environment and comfort
Metals stockholder gets new racking layout
(September 2007)
Understanding exactly what a metals stockholder requires as regards storage racking and easy accessibility is why a storage systems supplier was asked to design a racking layout
Forklift truck with extended function transmission
(June 2007)
The Fortens H2.0-3.5FT forklift truck from Hyster has been made available with oil immersed brakes and the extended function 2-speed transmission
Forklift truck with choice of transmission
(June 2007)
Yale Europe Materials Handling has launched the 6-7 tonne capacity Veracitor VX forklift truck with a choice of standard electronic powershift transmission, or soft shift power reversal transmission
Cantilever racks provide storage and save space
(June 2007)
Matino in Kyritz previously stored heavy and delicate coils on the floor, but following the purchase of OHRA cantilever racks they gained storage space
Industrial traffic lights for safety and control
(June 2007)
Sirena's traffic light beacons from Switchtec are suitable for industrial traffic control, forklift truck access, loading bays and status indication of production/manufacturing processes
Forklift truck exhibitor enjoyed a busy stand
(June 2007)
Yale Europe Materials Handling, manufacturer and distributor of forklift trucks, had a busy stand at IMHX 2007, at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham on 13-16 March 2007
Forklift trucks: hop-on, hop-off or continual use
(May 2007)
Samuk Lift Trucks has launched the Samuk+HC R series of forklift truck for continuous or casual use, available in the 1 to 3.5 tonnes range and fuelled by either diesel or LPG
News on the Forklift truck from Samuk Lift Trucks
(May 2007)
Sharman and Co, a printing company in Peterborough, UK, purchased two 2.5 tonnes gas H25L fork lift trucks from Samuk Lift Trucks for their distribution centre
Forklift trucks: indispensable tools that can kill
(May 2007)
Samuk Lift Trucks discusses the safety record of forklift trucks, a vehicle which is very dangerous if not operated correctly, or if proper safety procedures are not in place
Forklift truck manufacturer at IMHX exhibition
(May 2007)
Samuk Lift Trucks exhibited at IMHX to promote new projects, including the use of Cummins engines and the success of their Chinese partner, Hangcha
Storage tower speeds up metals delivery
(May 2007)
A cassette type storage tower for tube and long metals stock is enabling faster delivery of materials to production machinery to manufacture metal furniture
Short-term hire of forklift truck attachments
(May 2007)
John Lamberth, Commercial Director of B and B Attachments discusses the benefits of short-term hire of forklift truck attachments at peak times
Logistics provider buys over 40 trucks
(May 2007)
Industrial logistics specialist, GEFCO, has purchased over 40 trucks from Yale including IC-engined counterbalanced models and pedestrian-operated pallet trucks
Independent truck distributors for quality support
(May 2007)
Bill Pfleger, Managing Director of Yale Europe Materials Handling, discusses the role that independent truck distributors play in offering quality after-sales care
Forklift for structural building components
(May 2007)
Combilift forklift trucks have enabled Shelter Systems to store more products in the same footprint, reduce travel time and design the building around 12ft aisles
Robust sideloader trucks for stability
(May 2007)
Valmar Handling Systems has announced the Jumbo range of sideloader trucks, 4 - 8 tonne machines that are available in diesel or LPG versions
Forklift trucks adopt eco-friendly fuels
(May 2007)
Yale Europe discusses the developments in 'green' fork lift trucks, in light of all the new environmental legislation emerging in Europe
News on the Forklift truck from Combilift
(May 2007)
Combilift offers a range of forklift trucks for every work environment; the TeleCombi, the Semi- RoughTerrain C10,000L and the GT Hydrostatic Electric Sideloader
Multi-directional forklift truck saves space
(May 2007)
Senator International has made savings on warehouse space by using two Combilift multi-directional forklift trucks to handle and store incoming and outgoing materials and finished products
Forklift truck supplier enjoys European growth
(May 2007)
Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe (HHIE) has firmly established itself as a supplier of construction equipment and industrial trucks on the European market, and in 2006 growth was 40 percent
Fork truck driver training centre in Birmingham
(April 2007)
The Jungheinrich fork truck driver training centre in Birmingham offers employers and lift truck operators the opportunity to train and become professionally qualified lift truck operators
LPG forklift has advantages over electric
(April 2007)
The GT Sideloader forklift truck from Combilift has an LPG engine, which means it is capable of negotiating grades that electric models can't, and can be used inside and out on uneven surfaces
Multi-directional forklift improves handling
(April 2007)
A multi-directional forklift truck from Combilift has improved materials handling at the Category 5 Hurricane Shutters Company, providing double-stacking and a long reach
Forklift truck production resumes in Kentucky
(April 2007)
The Clark Material Handling Company has resumed production at its North American Headquarters in Lexington, Kentucky with the NPR and ESM model forklift trucks
Enlarged warehouse speeds fasteners deliveries
(April 2007)
A GBP 44,000 investment to oust third-party storage systems will increase on-time delivery of fasteners used in a wide range of transportation markets
Engineering group offers e-Learning courses
(March 2007)
An engineering services organisation is now offering a range of e-Learning training courses, including industrial and professional engineering training, health and safety and induction training
Orions stairway to heaven
(March 2007)
Orion Packaging Systems, the UK's leading manufacturer of stretch wrapping equipment, has secured a significant new contract with a major manufacturer of bespoke staircases
Strapex clinches block deal
(March 2007)
The UK's leading producer of concrete masonry blocks has committed to a process of standardisation by using strapping equipment provided by Strapex
Twinpack secure solution for automotive
(March 2007)
Significant cost savings and operational and safety benefits are being enjoyed by one of the UK's leading manufacturers of automotive components
Recognition for fork lift attachments
(February 2007)
Marshalls, the UK landscape products maker, has proffered 'preferred supplier' status on B and B Attachments
Tyre and transmission protection system
(February 2007)
The Lamerholm TP transmission protection system is designed to save tyres and protect transmission when operating forklift trucks, improving safety and saving money
Magnum is a dynamite solution
(February 2007)
With an average 17 million daily deliveries, TNT Post is one of the world's busiest delivery firms and it uses the Magnum as a robust returnable container
Another term for distributor
(February 2007)
Actiserve has been re-appointed as the exclusive UK didBOX distributor to the forklift truck industry