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BandB's fixed-cost forklift-attachment service
Forklift trucks are essential to the movement of goods and preventing downtime is a vital part of running an efficient forklift truck fleet.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 5 September 2008
Weighing device updated for forklift trucks
Forklift attachments supplier, B and B Attachments, has introduced its WeighMaster 2000, a dynamic oil pressure weighing system specifically designed for materials handling equipment.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 7 July 2008
Split pallet loads easier with a forklift truck
A clamp that is specifically designed to cope with palletised loads that require splitting for easier handling and storage eliminates manual handling and helps prevent damage.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 17 March 2008
Attachment saves 75% of coil handling times
A Kaup coil handling attachment, which is able to handle the coils of reinforcement bar (rebar) in either a vertical or horizontal position, has cut handling times by 75%.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 7 January 2008
Block handling clamp improves productivity
Aggregate Industries has improved productivity with the new BlockMaster E40TCFi block handling clamp from BandB Attachments.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 11 October 2007
Short-term hire of forklift truck attachments
John Lamberth, Commercial Director of B and B Attachments discusses the benefits of short-term hire of forklift truck attachments at peak times.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 15 May 2007
Recognition for fork lift attachments
Marshalls, the UK landscape products maker, has proffered 'preferred supplier' status on B and B Attachments.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 23 February 2007
Refurbished forklift attachment demand rises
The rise in manufacturing in Eastern Europe - poised to become members of the EEC - has resulted in a growing need for refurbished forklift truck attachments.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 8 January 2007
Quick coupler system for forklift trucks
OilQuick Forklift is a quick coupler system for forklift trucks that enables hydraulic attachments to be connected in just 15 seconds.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 29 December 2006
How to handle palletless loads with forklifts
Palletless transportation of certain loads can be achieved with standard fork clamps with relevant slip-on arms that embrace the load informs Mike Barton.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 21 November 2006
Pallet turning table saves labour involvement
The pallet turning table is designed to assist with the commissioning of pallets by reducing the amount of manual labour needed to turn pallets around.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 23 October 2006
B and B Electronics acquires wireless systems firm
A provider of automation and communications products, B and B Electronics, has acquired Advanced Embedded Systems, a designer and developer of wireless solutions for the industrial market.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 19 September 2006
Mast design gives forklift driver a clear view
With a new design of forklift truck mast, the free lift cylinders are positioned on the inside edge of the inner channel assembly, providing the operator a clear view through the mast.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 7 August 2006
Double pallet handlers forklift tiles
Used in conjunction with a fleet of forklift trucks, double pallet handlers are indispensable for the heavy-duty movement of roof tiles.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 14 July 2006
Fork lift truck attachments remove handling risks
Using an appropriate forklift attachment will not only improve the handling of loads but will also remove the risk from using manual handling, says George Williams.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 15 June 2006
Load handling causes a third of accidents
According to HSE statistics, more than a third of all industrial accidents each year are caused by handling loads.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 30 May 2006
Double pallet handlers are for heavy duty
A further nine double pallet handlers for forklift trucks, supplied to roofing and cladding manufacturer, transport several pallets simultaneously and can be moved together or spread apart.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 25 April 2006
Attachments for forklifts changed faster, safely
Attachments on forklift trucks will be quicker, simpler, easier and safer to change - usually within 30s - following the launch of a quick release system.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 9 March 2006
Forklift attachments changed in seconds
Forklift attachment quick release system allows the forklift truck driver to rapidly change over from one type of attachment to another, usually within 30 seconds.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 25 January 2006
Efficient design determines effective automation
Automation has benefited manufacturing, but merely employing the technology says Mike Barton is not a 'licence for success' - ensuring the process is designed efficiently is paramount.
News from Manufacturingtalk, 4 November 2005
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