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Movers & Shakers

News Story - 10 Dec 2009

Cannock, United Kingdom Briggs Equipment has appointed Ben Wilson as head of its national accounts business. Wilson was formerly sales manager at Cummins UK. He will be based in Cannock...

Forklifts transport loaded sandbags

News Story - 10 Dec 2009
Kent, WA, United States

The Kent public works department has leased three JCB and three JLG reach forklifts from Sunbelt Rentals during a major pre-flood season protection operation. Ron Green, Kent fleet superintendent, reports...

6 Nissan forklifts stolen from warehouse

News Story - 10 Dec 2009
Upper Deerfield, NJ, United States

A New Jersey criminal investigative unit is probing the theft of six Nissan forklift trucks from an Upper Deerfield distribution warehouse of Clement Pappas & Co Inc. Detective Robert Gates with...

Industry profile: Jos Lisman

News Story - 10 Dec 2009
IJsselstein, Netherlands

The leader of one of the most successful forklift dealerships in the Netherlands has finally retired. Jos Lisman recently left Lisman Vorkheftrucks BV after 37 years.

Inside the News - Edition #439

Inside the News - 03 Dec 2009

The hunt is on this week for old forklifts. Firstly, Forkliftaction.com is assisting Yale to track down the oldest Yale forklift truck or pallet truck still in operation today. Part...

A.F.S. Bring fully certified flameproof solutions to Australia.

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

In a first for Australia and New Zealand, Australian Flameproof Services Pty Ltd have brought internationally certified flameproof solutions to the materials handling industry. A.F.S. have recently been appointed the exclusive Australian importer of the Miretti range of flameproof solutions and exhaust emission controls. This has seen A.F.S. become the only company in Australia capable of providing locally compliant flameproof systems or, when required, "off the shelf" full internationally certified flameproof conversions.

UG Series - Omega Lift Manufacturing Inc.,

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

Omega Lift Manufacturing a Canadian manufacturer of premium Rough Terrain Forklifts has recently added to its extensive product line of equipment with the addition of the UG Series. The UG Series has been specifically engineered and manufactured to work in the harshest environments and handle extreme applications with very high duty cycles. The UG Series has been available for the last 18 month and has seen duty predominantly in mining and military.

MCFA loses franchise litigation

News Story - 03 Dec 2009
Trenton, NJ, United States

By Roger Renstrom The New Jersey Supreme Court has decided in favour of Mitsubishi forklift franchisee Maintainco Inc and against equipment manufacturer and franchisor Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc (MCFA...

Multi pallet transportation with maximum cost-effectiveness³ - The new KAUP Triple Pallet Handler

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

"One may only make something new if one can make something better". The Design Department of KAUP GmbH & Co KG had the quote by the Austrian Architect Adolf Loos (1870-1933) in mind when designing the new Triple Pallet Handler - the result is the best Triple Pallet Handler presently on the market.

Hyster-Yale dealer discussions prompt rumours

News Story - 03 Dec 2009
Greenville, NC, United States

Talks relating to the voluntary distribution-consolidation program for Nacco Material Handling Group (NMHG) brands are generating rumours but, so far, only one deal. While NMHG acknowledges that discussions are under...

The New Range DSI by Mast Explorer

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

Mecano Continental S.A., manufacturer of Mast Explorer hydrostatic rough-terrain forklifts, a leader in innovation and development in its category, has launched the latest and ultimate product - the new DSI 25 / 30 range. The DSI range, as the initials indicate, is the new Diesel Semi-Industrial model by Mast Explorer. This model meets a very real need in the rough-terrain sector, which requires versatile forklifts suitable to handle materials on industrial sites with limited space. These forklifts must be adaptable to outdoor areas with uneven ground but at the same time ensure conditions of comfort, stability and safety.

Range update boosts productivity to new levels - Cat® lift trucks

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

Enhanced productivity, class-leading durability and exceptional comfort and safety have all been built into the new DP/GP IC-powered Cat® lift trucks - making them among the most sophisticated and durable handling workhorses available with some of the lowest lifetime costs. Available with lift capacities of 1.5, 1.8, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 tonnes, there's a model in the updated DP/GP line-up to suit the needs of every application.

Ready to re-grow your topline sales?

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

EquipmentFX specializes in creating a seamless dealer and manufacturer strategy and workplan for forward-thinking companies that need answers, and need them now. We have the highest level of dealer management...

Cascade Corporation, will be participating in the Cemat India 2009, December 10-13.

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

MUMBAI, INDIA, Cascade Corporation, the global leader in forklift truck attachments and forks, will be participating in the Cemat India 2009 Material Handling Fair, December 10-13. The Cascade booth will feature four attachments, used in the Paper, Textile, Warehouse and Logistics Industries. This show is the first fair that the recently established Cascade India Pvt. Ltd. will participate in, and the excitement is growing.

EP Introduces the New V-Series 3 Wheel Forklift in 2010

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

In the first quarter 2010, EP(EASTPOWER) will officially launch its V series 3-wheel forklift, with the latest AC technology.

SMH Appoints Ed Cobb as Regional Manager of Business Development Midwest Region

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

We are excited to announce the addition of Ed Cobb as the Regional Manager of Business Development - Midwest Region. Ed brings with him over 25 years of industry experience in the sales, marketing, negotiation, and management areas. Prior to SMH, Ed worked in a number of sales roles, continuously growing his presence and product knowledge across Indiana and Illinois. Based out of the Chicagoland, Ed will serve customers in North and South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky.

Case plant likely to face huge fine

News Story - 03 Dec 2009
Basildon, United Kingdom

Case New Holland has admitted to putting workers' lives at risk and ignoring repeated safety warnings. Case committed the series of breaches at its tractor plant on Cranes Farm Road...

Arab forklift manufacturer plans expansion

News Story - 03 Dec 2009
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The manufacturer of the world's first Arab forklift announced ambitious expansion plans at last week's Big 5 PMV, the Middle East expo for construction plant, vehicles and machinery. Gulf Automobile...

CeMAT MIDDLE EAST trade show in Dubai - February 2010

Advertisement - 03 Dec 2009

USD 26 billion in investments for sea and air transport infrastructure to boost UAE's reputation as global logistics hub International business organisations, key government agencies confirm support at CeMAT MIDDLE EAST trade show in Dubai. Deutsche Messe Dubai Branch, organiser of CeMAT MIDDLE EAST, the world's largest trade show profile for internal logistics and materials handling that debuts in Dubai in February 2010, has revealed that leading global business organisations and key government institutions have made strong commitments to support the trade show. Deutsche Messe Dubai Branch further pointed out that international investors have been particularly impressed with the UAE's efforts to establish itself as a global logistics hub with around USD 26 billion in investments being made to develop the country's air and sea infrastructure facilities.

Real or not, the sale of Yale

News Story - 03 Dec 2009
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Rumours are circulating in the industry that forklift manufacturer Nacco Material Handling Group (NMHG) is planning to sell its wholly owned Yale retail dealerships in Australia. When contacted by Forkliftaction.com...

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