Forklift truck manufacturer Jungheinirch (UK) will be holding a series of used equipment fairs across the country throughout 2012. The events will take place at Jungheinrich's depots in Warrington, Birmingham, Cumbernauld, Milton Keynes, Sheffield and Bristol between February and October.
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A Forklift is a powered industrial truck used to lift and transport materials within manufacturing, warehousing and distribution environments. They are driver operated and there are many different specialist lift trucks available depending on the application. These range from the most common counterbalanced forklift trucks to more specialty trucks such as 3 Wheel Counterbalance Forklift Trucks, Reach Trucks, Hand Pallet Trucks, Powered Pallet Trucks, Sideloaders and Teletrucks. These lift trucks can be powered either by an internal combustion engine or an electric motor.
Transmon helps spot the invisible man from a forklift
Jan 11, 2012
Some businesses believe that forklift add-ons are unnecessary if the correct training is in place but what about the dangers that training can't necessarily prevent? Transmon Engineering's new Pedestrian Alert System utilises RFID technology to help reduce the number of accidents involving unseen pedestrians and forklift trucks.
Are you the 93%?
Dec 18, 2011
A survey among companies owning and operating fork lift trucks has found that most Thorough Examinations do not meet user expectations. Indeed, a clear majority are confused by what exactly is included and who is responsible for making sure a truck conforms to legal requirements.
Forklift chain stays rust-free for longer
Dec 07, 2011
FB Chain the Hertfordshire-based supplier of leaf chain to the materials handling industry is offering a range of corrosion resistant leaf chain that in typical applications will remain rust free for at least six years.
PMB selects Barloworld on strength of Pall-EX forklift fleet
Dec 07, 2011
Pall-Ex network member PMB Pallet Express in Derbyshire has upgraded its materials handling fleet through Barloworld Handling after hearing excellent reviews from the Pall-Ex network hub in Leicestershire.
Big Joe launches AC Series rider pallet trucks
Nov 30, 2011
Big Joe AC Series rider pallet trucks have been officially launched with the introduction of the new Big Joe WRT60.
Film role for Flexi
Nov 22, 2011
Based in Gloucestershire, Golden Valley is a specialist provider of hand-and machine-applied pallet wrapping film. Although only a relatively young company the business was started just three years ago Golden Valley has already established itself as one of the leading suppliers of film to merchants and end users throughout the UK.
Health and safety lifted to new heights by Verlinde
Nov 02, 2011
As new figures reveal that some 3.9 million employees are disabled at work in any given year worldwide, global lifting giant Verlinde France is highlighting that ensuring employee safety when it comes to materials handling, does not have to mean sacrificing the bottom line of your business.
Stertil Koni's earthlift improves operational efficiency for McGregor Logistics
Oct 19, 2011
Launched at the Commercial Vehicle Show earlier this year, Stertil Koni's vehicle lifting system - the Earthlift is said to have dramatically improved efficiency for South Yorkshire haulage company, McGregor Logistics Limited.
John Lewis use biodiesel to power Jungheinrich forklift
Oct 05, 2011
At its distribution centre at Brackmills, Northamptonshire, retailer John Lewis is turning waste cooking oil from its in-store restaurants into eco-friendly biodiesel which it is using to power a Jungheinrich counterbalanced forklift truck.
Forklift Truck, Lift trucks, Reach Trucks.
A forklift truck is an industrial piece of equipment powered by electric, LPG, propane or diesel with a metal fork platform attached to its front. The truck is used to lift heavy loads by inserting the fork platform under cargo, pallets or containers, to move them around a manufacturing plant, industrial operation or warehouse environment for storage. The truck frame of a forklift truck forms the base for its lifting and includes wheels, counterweights, a carriage, and a mast.
Main functions of a forklift truck:
- Lifting and moving heavy loads
- Stacking and unstacking pallets
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Sorting and rearranging materials
- Picking and placing items
- Maintaining warehouse inventory
Forklift Truck Types
There are three main types of forklifts:
- Electric forklifts: These are powered by electric motors and are typically used in indoor environments. They are quiet and produce no emissions, making them a good choice for warehouses and other enclosed spaces.
- Internal combustion forklifts: These are powered by gasoline, diesel, or propane engines and are typically used in outdoor environments. They have a longer range than electric forklifts, but they are also louder and produce more emissions.
- Pedestrian-operated forklifts: These are small, lightweight forklifts that are operated by a pedestrian. They are typically used for light-duty lifting and moving tasks.
Articulated Forklift
Articulated forklift trucks are ideal for small spaces. The traditional articulated forklift is a sit-down configuration and provides the user with a narrow aisle forklift and a traditional counterbalance machine in the same unit. They provide a more cost-effective solution when it comes to maximising storage space and ergonomic operations.
Counterbalance Forklift
These are the most common forms of forklifts and come in 3 and 4 wheel models. The counterbalance forklift features two forks at the front and has the ability to drive up close to a load to pick it up and move it. They have a counterweight in the rear of the vehicle to compensate for the heavy load being lifted at the front. Counterbalance forklift trucks drive best on flat, smooth surfaces and should be used in more open spaces due to their large turning circle.
Side Loader Forklift
There are a variety of different sideloaders or forktrucks which can be powered by diesel, LPG and even propane. This is a piece of materials handling equipment designed for long loads and is ideally suited to the timber and steel industries. The operator’s cab is positioned up front on the left-hand side. The area to the right of the cab is called the bed or platform. This contains a central section within it, called the well, and the forks are built to travel perpendicular to the truck as it moves.
Reach Forklift
Reach Trucks are forklifts used in narrow aisle applications, such as warehouses, and have two outer legs to distribute the load with a set of wheels in the back located below the operator. This allows operators to navigate smaller spaces, and still be able to reach higher racking
Turret Trucks
These trucks have an articulating base that rotates the forks 180 degrees. They are fairly high cost, requiring a guidance system and are much slower than both the reach truck or articulated machines.
Swing Mast
Swing mast machines have a unique design enabling drivers to rotate the mast assembly 90° and shift left and right to pick or place loads in racks. This can be done without turning the forklift and are therefore ideal for very narrow aisles.
Rough Terrain Forklifts
Designed to be driven over uneven, rocky, and pot hold surfaces while carrying heavy loads
- Telehandler or Telescopic
- Rotating or Roto Telehandler
- Straight Mast
