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This is issue #170 - 11 August 2004 of the
weekly newsletter for industry professionals.
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1. NMHG predicts strong Pacific Rim forklift sales growth
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH, United States
The Nacco Material Handling Group's (NMHG) wholesale wing has forecast substantially stronger near-term forklift market growth in the Americas, China, Japan and other parts of Asia - but continuing flat sales in Europe.
Part of the Nacco Industries conglomerate, NMHG designs, manufactures and supplies forklifts and parts under the Hyster and Yale brands worldwide.
The operation shipped 18,772 forklifts during the last quarter, compared to 16,961 units for the comparable period in 2003.
NMHG's worldwide backlog increased 27% to 24,700 units at June 30, compared with 19,400 units a year earlier.
For the quarter, NMHG recorded a 14% increase in revenues, but a decrease in profit.
Higher material costs of USD8.9 million, mostly from steel price increases and adverse currency movements, were blamed for the profit drop.
"As these trends became apparent early in 2004, NMHG implemented price increases, the effect of which is expected to be increasingly realised over the course of the third and fourth quarters of 2004," the company said.
"In addition, results were reduced ... (as a result) of the transition in manufacturing to accommodate new engine emission requirements and the introduction of new products in early 2005."
NMHG Wholesale reported second quarter profit of USD4.4 million on sales of USD445.5 million, versus a profit of USD6.3 million on sales of USD389.2 million in the comparable 2003 period.
NMHG's retail business suffered a loss of USD1.9 million on sales of USD50.2 million in the second quarter, compared to a profit of USD600,000 on sales of USD39.2 million in the same period last year.
- Nacco website - |  |
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2. OSHA's Henshaw to deliver ITA keynote speech
WASHINGTON, DC, United States
One of the most influential workplace safety and health officials in the US has agreed to deliver the keynote speech to the forthcoming annual meeting of the trans-national International Truck Association (ITA).
John Henshaw, Department of Labor assistant secretary for the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), will discuss the department's working relationship with the ITA, as well as the linking of the departmental, OSHA and ITA websites.
The ITA's 53rd annual meeting is scheduled for October 23-26 in Miami, Florida.
Representing the largest industrial truck manufacturers and suppliers as well as associated companies and interest groups in the US, Canada and Mexico, the ITA has also secured the services of a high-ranking economist and academic to moderate a key session.
Nicholas Lardy, senior fellow with the research-oriented Institute for International Economics in Washington, will provide commentary as he heads a panel discussing "Understanding the Market in China".
In closing the session, Su Enyi, managing director of the China Industrial Truck Association, will discuss the types of services available for purchase and sale in China.
Peter Bradley, of DC Velocity magazine, will moderate the Presidents' Forum, featuring input from the European Federation of Materials Handling (FEM), the Japan Industrial Vehicles Association (JIVA) and the ITA, all core members of the Alliance of Industrial Truck Organisations.
Presenters booked for the President's Forum include Ambrogio Bollino of Cesab Carrelli Elevatori of Bologna, Italy, representing the FEM; Takeo Shibuya of Komatsu Forklift of Tokyo, Japan, representing the JIVA; and Dirk von Holt of Jungheinrich Lift Truck and Multiton MIC Corp/Jungheinrich, both of Richmond, Virginia, representing the ITA.
As ITA president, von Holt is also scheduled to present a 'state of the industry' report.
Prior to the general sessions, specialised ITA units and committees will debate topics such as suppliers' issues, industry statistics, the Canadan marketplace, legal matters and developments in engineering.
ITA subcommittees will also discuss subjects such as tyres and wheels, attachments, forks and masts, accessories and components, electric power and systems, hydraulic systems and air quality.
Meeting organisers say delegates and visitors will have ample opportunity to network with other industry figures as they tour the Miami area, play golf or simply relax.
- ITA website - | |
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3. Linde riding high on strong forklift sales: analysts
WIESBADEN, Germany
Forklift manufacturer Linde could announce gross earnings as high as EUR200 million (USD246.1 million) based on sales of EUR2.38 billion (USD2.8 billion) when the company reports its second-quarter results shortly, analysts speculated this week.
The company had benefited from strong sales in its forklift division, the improving world economy and a restructuring plan projected to slash annual costs by EUR150 million (USD184.6 million), an AFX International Focus report said.
The improved sales performance meant gross earnings could increase to between EUR162 million (USD199.4 million) and EUR196 million (USD241.2 million), a potential rise of 31.5% over the EUR149 million (USD183.4 million) reported in the second quarter of 2003.
Analysts estimated Linde's quarterly net profit at EUR55.7-73 million (USD68.5-89.8 million) - up 35.8-78% from the EUR41 million (USD50.5 million) reported in the corresponding period last year.
Analysts Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein said they expected the materials handling unit to benefit from a strong recovery in the European forklift market.
They anticipated Linde would announce a "more optimistic" outlook for the remainder of the year.
When the company announced first quarter results, it anticipated full-year sales and operating profit would increase 'slightly'.
Linde would not comment. | |
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5. Merlo forklifts go into battle for French military
CUNEO, Italy
Italian telescopic forklift manufacturer Merlo has completed delivery of 80 combat-modified machines to the French Army.
Details of the contract were scarce, but Forkliftaction.com News understands the Merlo Panoramic P40.9 KATF machines, sold through Merlo France Sarl, were supplied for "general handling and logistical duties".
A source said most of the machines would be used in mainland France, though some had been deployed to Kosovo, Guadeloupe and Fiji.
The 4-tonne capacity, 9-metre lift machines were supplied with modifications.
Some machines were reinforced for protection against small arms fire in frontline operations, while others had flame-proofing protection applied.
The military-adapted machines, which cruise at 40kph, use Merlo's standard hydrostatic transmission and 74.5kW turbo-charged Perkins diesel engines.
A Merlo spokesman said the company had faced "intense competition", but reliability, visibility and ease of operation were deciding factors in its favour.
Military contracts are nothing new for Merlo. Its telehandlers are also in service in the Australian and Swedish defence forces.
- Merlo website - | |
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6. Agents, dealers wanted
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All enquiries will be treated confidentially.
See www.meclift.fi for more company and product information. | |
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7. Toyota fires up UK agency for expanded PR role
SHEFFIELD, United Kingdom
Toyota Industrial Equipment has appointed UK-based firm Dig For Fire to manage its Europe-wide public relations portfolio.
Dig For Fire, which has worked with Toyota Industrial Equipment UK since May, 2002, secured the expanded brief after a rigorous three-stage pitch contest involving seven UK and Belgium agencies.
Toyota Industries Equipment Europe (TIEE) marketing services manager Hugues Van Espen said Dig For Fire would provide media relations support and other services, including PR consultation to TIEE distributors in more than 24 European countries.
Dig For Fire would work closely with TIEE's own marketing team in Brussels, Belgium.
"Dig For Fire has consistently achieved a higher share of 'voice' [media exposure] over our rivals in the UK media for the past two years," Van Espen said.
"With this track record, the team will now help us to work towards a more comprehensive PR focus for the business in Europe.
"Dig For Fire's knowledge of the materials handling industry will be invaluable when working with our marketing team, and also directly with distributors, to ensure they have the right information for customer prospecting and retention."
TIEE has more than 250 dealers throughout Europe.
- TIEE website - | |
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8. Movers & Shakers
MARKARYD, Sweden
Heavy forklift and container handler manufacturer SMV Lifttrucks AB has appointed Karl-Gustav (KG) Salomonsson as its managing director. Salomonsson, SMV deputy managing director since June, 2000, takes over from Olle Österlund, who has retired after 10 years in the position.
TORONTO, Canada
Supply chain services company Tibbett & Britten Americas has appointed Jaime White as president of its operations in Mexico, where the company has distribution centres in 10 cities. White has more than 20 years' experience in logistics management, having previously worked with Aeromexpress and Xerox Mexicana. | |
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9. Mast wanted (Nissan 7 Ton)
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10. Hyster streamlines its latest three releases
GREENVILLE, NC, United States
Forklift manufacturer Hyster has released three new models, which the company says feature improved design and performance.
The new counterbalanced sit-down rider models of the cushion-tyre S25-40XMS series have compact 2500-4000-pound (1125-1800kg) capacities.
The truck has a liquid-propane-gas engine and an isolated operator compartment.
Tapered roller bearings and heavy-duty integral sideshifts help provide load stability and maximum lifting capacities at all heights.
The evolution of the R30XMS2 order picker has led to a design with fewer parts.
Using a cantilevered overhead guard with a Vista mast, the forklift can select multiple cases or a single item on low-to-medium-height shelves up to 20 feet (6 metres).
A Control Area Network (CANbus) electrical system reduces wiring and boosts reliability.
Hyster's new H170-360HD series of heavy-duty pneumatic forklifts is available in nine power categories, ranging from 17,000-36,000 pounds (7650-16,200kg).
A ComforCab II operator compartment, which reduces shock and vibration, is optional, and a side-tilting version permits simple access to major components for maintenance.
For load control, Hyster offers new electro-proportional hydraulics with level controls or an optional joystick.
The series is available with a Perkins 1106.60 or Cummins 6 BT 5.9 turbocharged diesel engine.
Greenville-based Hyster produces more than 130 forklift models and is a division of Nacco Materials Handling Group Inc.
- Hyster USA website - | |
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11. Forklift delivers super-sized seafood delight
MUMBLES, United Kingdom
A gigantic gourmet fish, one of the UK's favourites, had to be moved to a restaurant aboard a forklift after it was caught off the coast of Wales last week.
The 70kg halibut, believed to be up to 60 years old, was landed off the Western Isles and sold to Knights restaurant in the town of Mumbles.
The South Wales Evening Post said the fish was so enormous it had be transported to restaurateur Nick Knight's eatery by forklift.
An onlooker was quoted as saying: "It should serve up enough portions for a few days to come!" | |
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2. Hamre Equipment Co: Container handlers for sale
Hamre Equipment Co has 19 quality container handling forklifts ready for immediate sale and shipment.
There are nine Taylor TEC-950-L four-high full container handlers, ranging from 1989 to 1997 models. Pricing is as follows:
• 1989 USD110,000
• 1994 USD125,000 (four available)
• 1995 USD130,000
• 1996 USD145,000 (low hours)
• 1997 USD150,000
All machines are in very good condition and in current working order. Breakdown and delivery to the port of export or final delivery point will be an extra charge. Any minor repairs and paint required prior to shipment can be quoted on a separate bid.
Hamre Equipment Co also has one 1991 and four 1994 model Taylor TECSP-155-H empty...
Hamre Equipment Co
www.hamrenet.com
3930 The Esplanade
Chico, California USA 95973
Phone: +1-530-895-8959
Fax: +1-530-895-8959
Contact: Lee (bigenus@hamrenet.com) or Brian (lilenus@hamrenet.com) Hamre
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