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Manitou and Deutz have joined forces and introduced two prototype telehandlers

Manitou and Deutz have joined forces and introduced two prototype telehandlers

Industry, Innovation, Manufacturer
A new team player for electric construction machinery has emerged onto the market with a prototype telehandler. Manitou and Deutz have joined forces and introduced two prototype telehandlers: one as a hybrid, and another a full electric system machine, to meet increasing demand for such vehicles. This is the first time Deutz has incorporated prototype electric drives into Manitou equipment, and as a result the Manitou MT 1135 has been launched as a prototype. Deutz says it has provided a modular product portfolio for electric drives, which enables customers to choose the combination of combustion engine, electric motor, battery and power electronics that is best suited to their needs. And should the customer require it, a pure electric drive system is also available on request. Ma...
The new NO-N2 range of low-level order pickers from Cat® Lift Trucks.

The new NO-N2 range of low-level order pickers from Cat® Lift Trucks.

Manufacturer
Optimum use of energy has been the designers' focus in developing the new NO-N2 range of low-level order pickers from Cat® Lift Trucks. As well as delivering the best energy efficiency in the market, they energise drivers by reducing fatigue and boosting every aspect of order picking performance. Energy consumption is 14% lower than that of their nearest rival in the first- and second-level picking class, and they are significantly more efficient across all operating speeds. Dynamic technology Operators are empowered by advanced steering functionality, building on the Responsive Drive System (RDS) technology pioneered in recent Cat electric counterbalance trucks. A key outcome is the order pickers' unique intelligent curve control, which reacts rapidly to the operator's steeri...
50,000 Used Trucks for Jungheinrich

50,000 Used Trucks for Jungheinrich

Industry, Manufacturer
The Jungheinrich Used Equipment Centre has delivered its 50,000th forklift The milestone vehicle was a Jungheinrich EFG 216k counterbalance forklift. Julien Caloud, sales manager at Jungheinrich in France, received the vehicle as part of a ceremonial handover at a vineyard in Radebeul, near Dresden. Jungheinrich has been restoring second-hand industrial vehicles at its site in the outskirts of the Saxon state capital since 2006. "Thanks to unique industrial reconditioning in one of the most state-of-the-art plants in Europe, our restored trucks are some of the best used vehicles, and our JUNGSTARS are just as much part of the Jungheinrich fleet as new trucks," explains Tino Alban, production manager. A continuous increase in production numbers has led to considerable expansions...
Baumann update Sideloaders

Baumann update Sideloaders

Latest, Manufacturer
Italian manufacturer forklift maker Baumann has introduced new three, four and five tonnes capacity additions to its award-winning range of sideloaders. The 2018 HX30, HX40 and HX50 models include new engines, refined ergonomic cabins and new joystick controls, offering what the company believes to be the highest levels of durability, visibility and control in the market. Following two years of trials and six months of rigorous testing, the cabin has been redesigned to strengthen the framework, simplify access and allowing the central side struts to be removed. Other components have been upgraded in line with Baumann’s high capacity ranges, whilst the Hatz 54kw engine meets tough emissions standards via an oxidising catalytic converter, and without the need for a regenerative process...
Further price increases for Hyster & Yale forklifts in the USA

Further price increases for Hyster & Yale forklifts in the USA

Business, Manufacturer
Hyster-Yale has followed the lead of Crown Equipment Corporation and announced price increases for its forklifts. Separate statements for the Yale and Hyster brands indicate that the price of products up to 19,000 lb. (8,600 kg) will rise on November 1. "Steadily increasing costs from freight providers, struggling with crippling driver shortages and demands for high salaries, and the ripple effect of recently imposed tariffs on steel, aluminium and durable goods have resulted in escalating cost inflation in both the upstream and downstream supply chain," the statements say. "While the long-term impact of these inflationary pressures is uncertain, Yale (and Hyster) remain committed to providing customers with best-in-class quality products at the best possible price." There’s no m...
Eddie Stobart take delivery of 100th Aisle Master

Eddie Stobart take delivery of 100th Aisle Master

Logistics, Manufacturer
The 100th Aisle Master articulated forklift to be delivered to UK logistics giant Eddie Stobart was recently handed over to representatives of the company at Combilift’s manufacturing facility in Monaghan, Ireland. Eddie Stobart acquired its first Aisle Masters for its Contract Logistics and Warehousing Division deployed around the UK. Six years on, Aisle Masters are in operation at eight of Eddie Stobart’s warehouses across the country, from Glasgow to London. The 100th truck will be displayed for a time at the company’s service support centre in Warrington before being put to work. Following changes in the Eddie Stobart business model and coupled with an increase in customer demand, a decision was made to introduce the Aisle Master product into the operation. Whilst ensuring contin...
Keeping it clean with the updated Hyster H8-16XM Series

Keeping it clean with the updated Hyster H8-16XM Series

Handling, Manufacturer
Hyster adopt a new approach to the challenge with updated 8–16-tonne lift-truck series Dusty working conditions are prevalent across the construction materials supply chain and can cause big problems for fork-lift operations. Hyster Europe are taking a fresh approach to these challenges with their updated 8–16-tonne lift-truck series. ‘Whether operations are handling bricks, blocks, aggregates, precast concrete or other building materials, you’ll find tough outdoor conditions where high levels of dust and dirt are the norm,’ said Botros Hanna, industry manager for Hyster Europe. ‘This can impact operators’ comfort levels as well as uptime for lift trucks handling construction materials unless they are properly protected.’ For example, lift-truck filters can quickly become clogged ...
Yale Unveils VX Gold Edition

Yale Unveils VX Gold Edition

Latest, Manufacturer
Yale Europe Materials Handling presented its new Veracitor VX Gold Edition to customers, dealers, and journalists at its exclusive ‘This is Yale’ event held in Germany on 19 and 20 September. Based on the trusted Veracitor VX, the Gold Edition forklift includes a feature bundle designed to enhance productivity while reducing overall maintenance costs, along with an extended warranty for total peace of mind. Karen Calver, Product Manager at Yale said: “The Veracitor VX is one of our most popular trucks. We’ve noticed that our customers keep coming back for more, often replacing like-for-like – which is an impressive accolade, and we are proud of the trust they continue to place in us. To celebrate the fine heritage of the truck, we have introduced the VX Gold Edition with new features...
DP World receive delivery of new Konecranes Forklifts

DP World receive delivery of new Konecranes Forklifts

Handling, Manufacturer
DP World ordered six forklift trucks from Konecranes in November 2017. The machines were recently delivered to DP World Jebel Ali Terminal 1 in Dubai, UAE. The forklift trucks delivered are the model Konecranes SMV16-1200C. They have a lifting capacity of 16 metric tons at 1200 millimetres and a wheelbase of 3750 millimetres. To meet DP Worlds safety requirements the machines are equipped with overload protection system, disabled forklift operation when seatbelt is disengaged and Groeneveld Greensight reverse system. Greensight reverse system is an obstacle detection system combining reverse camera with ultrasound sensors for enhanced safety. DP World is a long-time Konecranes customer with a fleet of Konecranes forklift trucks, empty container handlers, reach stackers and RTGs. DP W...
Latest Digital Fleet Management Modules Revealed by Linde

Latest Digital Fleet Management Modules Revealed by Linde

Industry, Logistics, Manufacturer
Linde Material Handling has revealed new modules for its ‘connect’ fleet management system at the Intralogistics Safety Forum, held in Aschaffenburg on September 20. The digital applications ‘Zone Intelligence’ and ‘Truck Mapping’ aim to utilize various technologies to make the use of industrial trucks even safer and more transparent. Zone Intelligence will be available both as a retrofit solution and ex works from the beginning of next year and is claimed as another significant step towards greater safety in halls and other indoor environments. Currently, drivers themselves can determine speed and to what extent they reduce this speed at crossings or in narrow aisles. The same applies to driving with the lift mast raised too far. Collisions with roller shutters or ceiling supports caus...
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