The current Thorough Examination inspection for forklift trucks does not place sufficient emphasis on checking the chain that controls a truck's lifting and lowering functions and, as a result, there is a "black hole" in forklift testing procedures that risks compromising forklift operating safety.
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Wincanton selects Kronos to simplify timekeeping for 15,000 employees
Sep 22, 2010
Wincanton has purchased a time and attendance solution from Kronos to simplify and standardise timekeeping processes for 15,000 employees across 78 Wincanton sites in the UK and Ireland.
Transmon Engineering gears up for IMHX 2010
Sep 22, 2010
IMHX 2010 is fast approaching and, for forklift users looking to reduce costs and improve safety, Transmon Engineering will be showcasing a series of electronic devices and fleet management systems on Stand 20D45, at the Birmingham NEC, from 16-19 November
Road transport law firm takes first again
Sep 22, 2010
The Road Transport Department of Nottingham law firm Rothera Dowson has once again been named as the East Midlands' regional leader in the Transport category of the Legal 500, the World's foremost guide to Law Firms.
'Conqueror' forwarder network to operate like multinational
Sep 22, 2010
A new high-level freight forwarders network will operate as a 'virtual multinational', with obligatory cooperation among members, a single worldwide brand, exclusive territories, and other advantages now enjoyed only by the biggest players.
CEVA wins additional 19 million Ocean Plus contract to 'revolutionise' Peacocks' supply chain
Sep 22, 2010
CEVA Logistics has signed a contract worth 19 million with Peacocks, the value fashion retailer.
