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Mitsubishi takes new route to market
Aug 28, 2013
Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has announced plans for a new distribution strategy which will enable it to establish even closer links with the market whist ensuring absolute continuity of supply and service.
Improving the safety of automated production lines with integrated machine protection doors
Aug 28, 2013
Christopher Knollys, Managing Director of sara LBS, explains how integrating machine protection doors into your automated production areas can reduce the risk of accidents whilst boosting productivity.
Access updates on the move with interactive resources for safe working at height
Aug 28, 2013
Falls from height remain one of the most common accidents in the UK, contributing to as many as 40 deaths and over 3,000 major injuries at UK workplaces annually.
Axiom's recipe for success for Tamar Foods
Aug 28, 2013
West Country bakery, Tamar Foods bake own label savoury pies, slices and snack foods for leading supermarket chains.
RediGroup reports strong sales growth
Aug 28, 2013
Storage systems specialist, RediGroup, has experienced strong growth over the first two quarters of the current financial year with order intake up 26 per cent on the same period 12 months earlier.
New Palletforce member Lockwood Haulage invests in fleet
Aug 28, 2013
One of Palletforce's newest members Lockwood Haulage has invested in new fleet to handle the increase in volume it has seen since joining the network.
The Logistics Guild and DHL help 100 soldiers gain their DQC
Aug 28, 2013
The Logistics Guild, DHL and Kendew Barracks run work experience for 100 soldiers with a C+E Licence leading to a Driver Qualification Card (DQC).
'World's second greatest invention', says American TV star
Aug 28, 2013
American TV chat show star Jay Leno has called Stertil Koni wireless mobile column lifts 'the second greatest invention in the world after the wheel', on his popular online web show Jay Leno's Garage.