Clark Material Handling Company will launch to market its new Clark Smart Telematics system and new factory-direct Fusion Lithium battery options from July 16.

Clark says the Clark Smart Telematics option will be available as a factory-installed option on its four most popular forklifts - the GTS20-33, S20-35, S40-60, and S20-32C.

Clark says the telematics systems has been designed to “enhance safety, productivity, and fleet management efficiency”.

Other features include GPS tracking, remote shutdown, real-time incident alerts, direct messaging to operators and web-based reporting and analytics.

Brandon Bullard, VP sales at Clark Material Handling Company says the Clark Smart Telematics system “puts control and insight into the hands of our customers like never before”.

Clark has also announced its new Fusion Lithium batteries will also be offered as a factory-installed option from July 16.

Clark claims the batteries last up to three times longer than lead-acid batteries and are fully charged within three hours, and require no cool down time  or maintenance.

“Mark your calendar,” Clark Material Handling Company states. “July 16. The future of efficiency is almost here.”