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Briggs expands short-term fleet
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • Midlands, United Kingdom
Briggs Equipment has increased their short-term forklift rental fleet by 550 new machines at a cost of GBP8 million (USD14.9 million) The new fleet includes 120 pieces of Cat warehouse...
Goodyear payout for forklift injury
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • Birmingham, United Kingdom
Goodyear Dunlop Tyres UK Ltd was fined GBP20, 000 (USD37,976) after pleading guilty to a breach of the Health and Safety at Work Act in a Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court last...
China’s general equipment industry up
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • Dublin, Ireland
A new report shows China's investment in the general equipment industry increased by 49.4% in 2007. The Research and Markets' 'China General Equipment Industry Report, 2008' says China's total investment...
Quinn may avoid jail in trade embargo case
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • Washington, DC, United States
A former forklift industry executive who was accused of lying to federal investigators in a trade embargo case should avoid jail time when a judge considers his fate on 26...
Scheme simplified for industry
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • London, United Kingdom
Recent changes to the UK's largest plant competence scheme will make training and testing more practical and flexible for the industry. The Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) changes were made...
Recognising training excellence
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • Fort Dodge, IA, United States
Crane Hot Line is calling for nominations in the Top Trainer Award, described as an opportunity to recognise the best trainers in the industry. The award winner will be granted...
New Products
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • Lyndey, United Kingdom
Watts' tyre range expands Lyndey, UK A new tyre suitable for articulated forklift applications will be launched onto the market by Watts Tyre Group over the coming months. The Premia...
New boom safety video released
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • Milnthorpe, United Kingdom
The dangers of not wearing a full body harness are graphically demonstrated in a new safety video released by an industry group in the UK. The International Powered Access Federation...
Movers & Shakers
  • News Story - 14 Aug 2008
  • United Kingdom
Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks UK has appointed Mike Jones as general manager. Jones takes over from Terry Foreman who is retiring after three years in the role. Jones is currently regional...
Hangcha's Olympic Promotion
  • Advertisement - 14 Aug 2008
To mark the Olympic Games held in Beijing China, HANGCHA has announced a special J series environmental electric forklift promotion. You can benefit from HANGCHA's well-priced, hot-selling and environmentally friendly forklifts while you enjoy the Games. Share the DREAM with us - the ONE HANGCHA TEAM. Let's enjoy the OLYMPICS together.
Inside the News - Edition #372
  • Inside the News - 07 Aug 2008
Emission controls are high on the agenda of many fleet managers, while some are also having to get their heads around carbon trading. Amid all the environmental panic, it's interesting...
Taiwan Dihshiang offers a complete range of Tie Rods for the Forklift Industry
  • Advertisement - 07 Aug 2008
Taiwan Dihshiang manufactures a global range of forklift spare parts for tie rod end and ball joints. These products can be used for Toyota, TCM, Komatsu, Nissan, Hyster, etc. With many years experience, we produce products which have been successfully exported to OEM and AfterMarket customers in more than 30 countries globally. Click here to visit the Taiwan Dihshiang Enterprise Shopfront.
Financial results shape up
  • News Story - 07 Aug 2008
There have been indications of strong growth in most markets in the latest round of financial reporting by the major equipment manufacturers. Komatsu Ltd recorded a 2% gain and JPY57.73...
Ruyi Launches New Xilin QDD Electric Tractor
  • Advertisement - 07 Aug 2008
RUYI's newly designed Xilin QDD electric tractor varies from previous models, boasting three wheels, a compact design and a flexible steering system. The Xilin range is environmentally friendly: no pollution, low noise levels and frugal energy consumption. Click here to contact Ningbo Ruyi.
Toyota heads Top 20 list
  • News Story - 07 Aug 2008
For the sixth year in a row, Toyota Industries Corp has been named the top forklift supplier in Modern Materials Handling's annual top 20 ranking list. Toyota's dominance reflects a...
Barloworld gets new leadership in US
  • News Story - 07 Aug 2008
  • Charlotte, NC
The US materials handling operation of Barloworld Ltd has a new president, a restructured branch network and a mandate for growth as the south east region's exclusive dealer for Hyster...
Are you compliant for California Fleet Regulations on January 1, 2009?
  • Advertisement - 07 Aug 2008
Initial reductions for fleet average emissions for large forklift fleets, medium forklift fleets and non-forklift fleets must be met either by retrofitting or replacing the exhaust system to be compliant...
Mecano back in German market
  • News Story - 07 Aug 2008
  • Murcia, Spain
After a rough start in the German market, Mecano Continental is set to reestablish itself with the introduction of a compact hydrostatic rough terrain forklift and a new base. The...
Barloworld invests in UK hire fleet
  • News Story - 07 Aug 2008
  • Berkshire, United Kingdom
Barloworld Handling has invested GBP10 million (USD19.5 million) in its short-term hire fleet over the past 12 months to meet growing demands for rental equipment. The UK rental fleet company...
Raymond Handling re-establishes Orlando presence
  • News Story - 07 Aug 2008
  • Lakeland, FL, United States
Raymond Handling Consultants LC (RHC) has re-established a physical presence in Orlando, Florida, about 45 miles (72 km) from the equity dealership's headquarters in Lakeland. Orlando has always been within...
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