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Lift Trucks & Accessories
News, videos, training and the very latest product reviews on the latest lift Trucks, attachments & accessories.
 Are you the 93%?
February 01, 2012
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.
 FLTA reveals finalists for Fork Lift Apprentice of the Year Award
February 01, 2012
For the first time ever, the Fork Lift Truck Association has announced its shortlist for the Fork Lift Truck Apprentice of the Year title ahead of its annual black-tie Awards event… to coincide with National Apprentice Week (6 to 12 February 2012).
 Yale to sponsor FLTA Awards
January 25, 2012
Materials handling equipment manufacturer Yale Europe has confirmed that it will be a full Award Sponsor for the Fork Lift Truck Association Awards for Excellence 2012.
 Jungheinrich announces a year of used truck fairs
January 18, 2012
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.
 Replacement chain for heavy duty Kalmar forklifts
January 18, 2012
FB Chain Ltd has announced that it is now able to supply replacement chain for the range of 20-50 tonne capacity forklift trucks manufactured by leading heavy truck specialist Kalmar.
 Transmon helps spot the invisible man from a forklift
January 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.
 Forklift chain stays rust-free for longer
December 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.
 Film role for Flexi
November 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
November 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.
 John Lewis use biodiesel to power Jungheinrich forklift
October 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.
 Used forklift truck fairs
September 28, 2011
Leading forklift truck manufacturer Jungheinirch (UK) Ltd will be holding a series of used equipment fairs at depots across the country this Autumn.
 Free web tools keep fork truck users legal
September 28, 2011
The creators of the UK nationally agreed framework for the delivery of Thorough Examinations for fork lift trucks has launched an interactive online guide, to help companies stay within the law.
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A Forklift truck (also called a lift truck, a High/Low, a forklift, a stacker-truck or a sideloader) is a powered industrial truck used to lift and transport materials by means of steel forks inserted under a load.
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Lift truck Videos
 Forklift Accident
YourTechTV.com
This accident happened in a Moscow bottled alcohol warehouse and cost an estimated $150,000 in damages.
 Automatic Trailer Loading Vehicle
YourLogisticsTV.com
SmartLoader is an Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV) developed by the Jervis B. Webb Company. The Model 3000 SmartLoader can handle loads up to 3000 pounds.
 World's Smallest Forklift!
YourLogisticsTV.com
The Mariotti line of forklifts includes the world's smallest operator on-board lift truck.
Training & Research
 Safety 4MOST pack
Forklift Truck Association
The FLTA Safety 4MOST pack summarises the essentials of fork lift safety. Many fork lift truck accidents can be avoided by following these
very simple rules.
Getting to grips with manual handling
A short guide
This booklet explains the problems associated with manual handling and sets out best practice in dealing with them. The advice is intended for managers of small firms or similar organisations.
Forklift Truck Operator - Careers Advice
LearnDirect
You do not need any academic qualifications to become a forklift truck operator, but you must complete an approved forklift training course before you can use a truck.
Quick Diary Dates
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13 - 15 March 2012, New Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre
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 New Aberdeen Group Report
February 01, 2012
In this first-ever survey, users confirm the benefits of voice in the warehouse, but there are some surprises.
 UK freight forwarders comment on National Ports Policy
December 14, 2011
Following a review, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) says that the National Policy Statement for Ports (NPS) delivers a framework for port infrastructure development in England and Wales over the next few decades.
 Kiva Systems – 6-fold improvement for Crate & Barrel
November 30, 2011
At Otto Group company, Crate & Barrel, known for its fashion-forward home furnishings, its eCommerce fulfillment center in California doesn't disappoint. Inside the DC, it's a feast for the eyes - where bright orange mobile-robotic drive units whiz inventory around on portable shelves. But, as cool as it all looks, it's the speed and productivity offered by Kiva's Mobile-Robotic Fulfillment System that is the real differentiator.
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Pickerings Lifts introduces High Volume Low Speed fans into the UK and Europe 
PMB selects Barloworld on strength of Pall-EX forklift fleet 
Big Joe launches AC Series rider pallet trucks 
Stertil Koni's earthlift improves operational efficiency for McGregor Logistics
Largest independent Coca-Cola bottling company in the USA takes delivery of Crown lift-truck fleet powered by fuel-cell technology
Mitsubishi appoints new regional manager
'One in four' accident victims now haulage workers after 237% rise
Very funny forklift truck movie
Toyota Traigo fork lift
The Toyota Tonero Video
The Smarter Hyster Forklift
Multi pallet transport
YourLogisticsTV.com
Port-centric distribution key to tackling time, cost and carbon challenges in the retail supply chain
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