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Jun72021 by adminNo Comments
Bobcat launches new telehandlers

Bobcat launches new telehandlers

Handling, New Trucks
Bobcat is launching the company's new generation R-Series telehandler range, providing a choice of 12 models with Stage V engines. The new telehandlers cover lifting heights from 6 to 18 m with maximum lifting capacities between 2.6 and 4.1 T. Commenting on the R-Series launch, Gustavo Otero, president, Doosan Bobcat EMEA, says: "Telehandlers are a fundamental asset of our business strategy and key pillar of our Next is Now initiative. Our new ground-breaking R-Series range offers high performance, robust machines for maximum uptime with a focus on accurate controls and intuitive operation for tackling any job on the construction site. With these new models and the increased investment in our telehandler business, we are aiming to double the production of Bobcat telehandlers by 2025...
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Jun62021 by adminNo Comments
Why electric is not the only way to quash carbon

Why electric is not the only way to quash carbon

Industry
When it comes to reducing the carbon emissions from operating forklift trucks, renewable options such as biofuels and green gases can offer an effective way to hit sustainability targets. Andy Kellett, National Account Manager FLTs at Calor, explains why these alternatives are generating much interest. More than ever before, UK businesses and industrial sectors are reviewing how their daily operations are impacting the concerted national effort to reduce carbon emissions. The warehousing and materials handling industry is no different. Not only is road transport coming under increasing scrutiny on the role they play in sustainable operations, but non-road machinery such as forklift trucks (FLTs) are in the spotlight too with regards to how they can be decarbonised. As a result, a nu...
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Jun52021 by adminNo Comments
Hyster reveals Li-ion trucks with electric drivetrain

Hyster reveals Li-ion trucks with electric drivetrain

Featured, Manufacturer
Hyster has announced its 10-18 tonne lift capacity trucks are now available with an electric drivetrain, helping businesses achieve zero-emissions objectives by making the switch to electric forklifts. The new Hyster J10-18XD lift trucks lift up to 18-tonnes and feature lithium-ion battery packs providing full power and acceleration, comparable to a diesel forklift but with no emissions. “This is a breakthrough for businesses in heavy industry that are keen to achieve green objectives in factories, warehouses and yards,” says Jan-Willem van den Brand, Director Global Market Development, Big Trucks, for Hyster. “With support from Hyster, the transition to clean electric power is now simpler than ever and comes with no compromise on performance or efficiency. “Operations underta...
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Jun52021 by adminNo Comments
Speedy spends £3m on Skyjack lifts

Speedy spends £3m on Skyjack lifts

Access, Dealer
Speedy has added 100 new boom and scissor lifts to its UK fleet as part of its powered access investment strategy. Speedy has spent £3m on new Skyjack equipment, including both articulated and telescopic mobile elevating work platforms. The 100 new additions include the diesel-powered all-terrain SJ46AJ and SJ66T, and the all-electric SJ30ARJE, which have working heights of 15.9, 22.1 and 10.8 metres respectively. Speedy has also taken delivery of more Skyjack SJ6826 and SJ6832 rough terrain scissor lifts, which provide a working height range from 9.75m to 11.6 metres. These lifts have four-wheel drive and up to 50% gradeability for use on all terrains. The Skyjack equipment is the latest investment by Speedy Powered Access, which has recently expanded its fleet with 130 ne...
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Jun42021 by adminNo Comments
Terex Genie names new UK sales director

Terex Genie names new UK sales director

Access, Movers and Shakers
Terex has appointed Will Westley has been appointed as sales director for its Genie aerial work platforms in the UK and Ireland. Will Westley joins Terex Genie from Caterpillar UK, where he worked for nearly 20 years. Most recently, he held the position of international industry manager for Caterpillar, responsible for delivering machine sales and parts to more than 90 countries. The Genie territory sales managers for the UK and Ireland – Keith John, Adam Mitchell and Craig Duffy – will report to Will Westley. From September, he will also take on the extra role of sales director for the Nordics region (Scandinavia and Baltic countries).
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Jun32021 by adminNo Comments
Toyota uses 100% renewable electricity

Toyota uses 100% renewable electricity

Featured, Industry
In the run-up to World Environment Day on Saturday 5th June, Toyota Material Handling Europe has confirmed that it uses 100% renewable electricity in its European operations as of 1st April 2021. The switch involves every single one of the organisation’s European entities and represents a significant advancement towards its ambitious sustainability goals. On its own, it achieves 15% of the required progress towards the 2030 target of net zero emissions from operations. Toyota Material Handling Europe has announced that all its operations across Europe now source 100% of their electricity renewably, with no associated CO2 emissions. This transition was finalised as of 1st April 2021, but is the result of continuous efforts since 2018, since when Toyota Material Handling Europe has...
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Jun12021 by adminNo Comments
Cargotec refines its vision & strategy

Cargotec refines its vision & strategy

Innovation, Manufacturer
Cargotec refines its vision & strategy: 1 million tonne CO2 emission reduction in the value chain Cargotec’s Board of Directors has confirmed the company’s refined strategy and vision. Breakthrough objectives are sustainability and profitable growth. With its business areas Kalmar, MacGregor and Hiab, which includes Moffett, Dundalk, Cargotec’s vision is to become the global leader in sustainable cargo flow. “Our previous vision – becoming the global leader in intelligent cargo handling – highlighted the importance of digitalisation. With our present operating model, digitalisation already constitutes an integrated part of our processes, solutions and offering. Intelligent solutions enable sustainable and profitable growth. The importance of sustainability has significantl...
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May312021 by adminNo Comments
Manitou Group launches attachments brand

Manitou Group launches attachments brand

Attachments
Manitou Group, a worldwide reference in handling, aerial lift platforms, and earthmoving, is launching a new brand dedicated to its attachments offer. Manitou Group Attachments is intended to simplify and harmonize the attachments offer for users. As a continuation of its programme to streamline and optimise its offering, Manitou Group has decided to rename its global attachment offer two months after achieving this harmonisation with its spare parts. Now designated under the Manitou Group Attachments brand (previously Edge and Manitou), attachments designed in Italy, the United States, and India are adapted to the many markets targeted by the group. In particular, the offering addresses agriculture, construction, mining, or logistics applications. This single brand will equip...
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May272021 by adminNo Comments
CFTS supports National Forklift Safety Day

CFTS supports National Forklift Safety Day

General, Handling
Tuesday 8th June 2021 is National Forklift Safety Day, and the UK materials handling industry is once again being encouraged to get involved, share guidance and take action to make sites safer. Now in the UK for its third year, National Forklift Safety Day will be hosted by the UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA), which comprises the industry’s leading trade associations: BITA and the FLTA. This year, National Forklift Safety Day will highlight the role of Thorough Examinations, and why regular inspections are key to ensuring businesses are using safe equipment. As the industry’s accrediting body for Thorough Examinations, CFTS has been working closely with UKMHA to develop insightful resources that will be shared as part of the event. CFTS Chairman Geoff Martin explai...
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May162021 by adminNo Comments
New UK articulated forklift promises market shake-up

New UK articulated forklift promises market shake-up

General, Logistics
The UK articulated forklift market faces it biggest potential upset in years as a new entrant makes its debut with truck prices that could undercut its three rivals by up to 30%. The company is MiMA, founded in China 27 years ago and offering a broad range of electric handling trucks, tow tractors and specials, like die-handling trucks of up to 30t lift capacity. This last expertise is what particularly attracted Wilmat Ltd, newly appointed UK agent for MiMA, who produce similar specials but only up to 15 t capacity. They will be handling the MiMA articulated product range roll out across the UK and Ireland in the second half of this year. MiMA developed its articulated forklift range last year with rated capacities between 1500 kg and 3,000 kg but only the 2,000 kg model will be av...
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