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Cabin Comforts

Feature Article - 21 Jul 2005

A Hyster brochure on its "superior ergonomics" cites research that says the average annual cost of operator fatigue in the US is USD6,862 per operator. There are many features in forklifts that can add comfort and ease for operators and subsequently increase operator productivity. Forkliftaction.com News reporter Christine Liew reports.

Kalmar to assemble forklifts in US

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
STOCKHOLM, Sweden

Kalmar's North American dealers are pleased that the company has started a forklift assembly line at its Ottawa, Kansas, plant, which originally built and marketed terminal tractors.

Warning on fraudulent forklift buyers

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
ATLANTA, GA, United States

An Atlanta forklift dealer wants to warn forklift dealers of fraudulent orders via stolen credit cards.

Marketplace notes

News Story - 21 Jul 2005

Today, 1673 listings in the Marketplace include dealer exclusive prices. If you are a dealer then make sure you don't miss out on these competitive offers.

Hoist releases big lift for marina operations

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
BEDFORD PARK, IL, United States

US-based compact, heavy duty electric and internal combustion forklift manufacturer Hoist Liftruck Manufacturing Inc has released the Neptune Series marina truck.

More support for Manitou dealers

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
SYDNEY, Australia

Manitou BF will establish a new company in Sydney at the end of this year to complement its Singapore regional office.

Rocla’s active distribution helps sales

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
JÄRVENPÄÄ, Finland

Sales of Rocla forklifts continued to grow in excess of market growth, with the Finnish group's forklift segment posting net sales of EUR41.8 million in the first half of 2005.

**Complete Parts Clearance**

Advertisement - 21 Jul 2005

Complete Parts Clearance suit Manitou, Moffett Mounty and other all terrain forklifts : Genuine manufacturers parts to be cleared Major savings on everything, huge savings on high value items Manitou MT...

JCB buys German compaction equipment company

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
ROCESTER, United Kingdom

Telehandler manufacturer JCB has bought German-based Vibromax Compaction Equipment GmbH, now known as JCB Vibromax.

Grocer first to receive clean-air grant

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
HOUSTON, TX, United States

A grocer has become the first company in the San Antonio area, Texas, to receive a clean-air grant from the Texas Railroad Commission's forklift program

New technology showcased at CeMAT 2005

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
HANNOVER, Germany

More than 1,000 companies are expected to participate in the world's largest internal logistics fair in Hannover, Germany, from October 11 to October 15.

Forklift crash spills phosphoric acid

News Story - 21 Jul 2005
SACRAMENTO, CA, United States

Sacramento firefighters rushed to a shipping yard to clean up a hazardous materials spill early on Thursday morning last week.

Currie Management Consultants Announces Release of Service Workbook

Advertisement - 21 Jul 2005

Worcester, MA - July 10, 2005 - Currie Management Consultants has packaged its popular Service Department Management Workshop into a full-length publication. The nearly 200-page book is available online for $49.95 through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and CMC.

Inside the News - Edition #217

Inside the News - 14 Jul 2005

The caption competition has now entered its judging phase. So take a few minutes to read the short list and to send in your vote(s). You can still add your...

Belgian distributor sold to Dutch Mechan Group

News Story - 14 Jul 2005
LA HULPE, Belgium

Atenor Group has sold Belgian-based equipment importer and distributor Matermaco, and its subsidiary Matera, to the Dutch Mechan Group.

New foundation poised to align US with ISO standards

News Story - 14 Jul 2005
WASHINGTON, DC, United States

A new entity, the Industrial Truck Standards Developing Foundation (ITSDF), is positioned to work towards US conformance with ISO forklift standards.

Full Container Handler for sale (used)

Advertisement - 14 Jul 2005

Hyster H48.00-CH 48 tonne basic capacity - 3 container high lift - Integral 20-40 top lift attachment - Air conditioned cabin - 1991 year - 15,020 hours, one owner machine. Location Australia East Coast. Priced...

DHI sells RTG cranes to Singapore's port

News Story - 14 Jul 2005
SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of

Doosan Heavy Industries Inc (DHI) will supply 40 quay-side container cranes worth USD42 million to PSA of Singapore.

Second year of profitability for Clark

News Story - 14 Jul 2005
LEXINGTON, KY, United States

Clark Material Handling Company's 2004 results showed a net profit, the second consecutive year of profitability under ownership by the Young An Group.

Forkliftaction.com's caption competition: vote for your winner

Feature Article - 14 Jul 2005

The caption competition has now entered its judging phase. We need you, Forkliftaction.com members, to help us crown the winner of the caption competition. Take a few minutes to read the short list and submit your vote(s).