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	Inside Forkliftaction.com Contact the Forkliftaction team It seems that natural disasters are becoming more regular occurrences, and this week, our thoughts go out to the community of Christchurch, New Zealand, which is picking up the pieces after its catastrophic earthquake. The disaster comes in the wake of recent flooding in Australia and Brazil and freak weather in the Northern Hemisphere. Besides the human suffering, these disasters are a blow to the global economy as it attempts to recover from the financial crisis. And the recovery is also being hampered by soaring oil prices, especially as the Middle East erupts in political upheaval.   Global News FROM THE FORKLIFTACTION.COM EDITORIAL TEAM Komatsu Group dissolves Komatsu Utility in merger JAPAN Komatsu Utility Co Ltd, which produces and sells forklifts and mini-construction equipment, will integrate with its parent company, Komatsu Ltd, in a simplified absorption-type merger from 1 April. Komatsu... [more] JCB, JLG and Merlo contribute to best practice guide UNITED KINGDOM The British Industrial Truck Association (BITA)’s Strategic Forum Plant Safety Group has launched the “Safe Use of Telehandlers in Construction” best practice guide to help operators reduce their risks of... [more] Analyst sees vulnerability at Cascade UNITED STATES A stock analysis newsletter has downplayed aspects of Cascade Corp’s business potential.   “All things considered, Cascade is not the most attractive investment at this time,” Simon E Shnayder... [more] Linde aims to be global solution provider GERMANY Linde Material Handling, which has implemented a new organisational structure, wants to intensely promote the growth of market- and customer-oriented services. Roland Hartwig, vice president of customer services, says... [more] Seegrid interested in overseas co-operation CHINA US forklift robot manufacturer Seegrid Corp’s CEO, Scott Friedman, has led a delegation to Heli’s Anhui headquarters. The purpose of the visit is to enhance co-operation between the two companies.... [more] 18 more depot forklifts to get fuel cell units UNITED STATES The US Defence Logistics Agency (DLA) has ordered 18 fuel cell units from Nuvera Fuel Cells Inc for operation on forklifts at a depot in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The... [more] State cites Sonoco for forklift violations UNITED STATES A North Carolina agency has proposed penalising a Sonoco Products Co subsidiary USD11,900 for allegedly committing two serious forklift-related safety violations. The unit, Sonoco Recycling Inc, requested an informal... [more] Briefs JCB secures GBP15M deal - Rocester, United Kingdom Ningbo Ruyi receives thanks for pink trucks - Hangzhou, China Briggs wins Travis Perkins contract - Cannock, United Kingdom [more] Claes, Schermer pursue Equipment Depot unification UNITED STATES Giel Claes and Bob Schermer are leading the effort to unify five regional operating Equipment Depot companies in a single US entity based in Houston (Forkliftaction.com News #502). Claes... [more] Correction The 17 February article about Nacco Industries Inc misstated financial results and the first name of CEO Alfred M Rankin Jr as Allan. In fact, Nacco reported profit of USD41.1... [more] Movers & Shakers Clark Material Handling Company, Wisconsin Lift Truck Corp [more] Publish your brief here Represent Forkliftaction.com in the USA (West/West Coast region) Represent Forkliftaction.com in your region! 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For more information and/or application send your resume to feb@forkliftaction.com [more] Company Media Releases Publish your article here The 7th Guangzhou International Brand Forklift & Accessories Exhibition 2011 and The 2nd Guangzhou International Logistic Equipment & Technology Exhibition 2011 The 7th Guangzhou International Brand Forklift & Accessories Exhibition and The 2nd Guangzhou International Logistic Equipment & Technology Exhibition 2011, are expected to attract around 60,000 professional visitors, and to have an exhibition area covering 25,000 square meters. [more] FLEX 1500 for Reliability, Flexibility, and Profitability During the lifetime of your forklift there is a high chance of having an accident. Many forklift accidents are related to tip-over. The Flex 1500 provides the only real safety device to reduce tip-over accidents. [more] SHANGLi targets European heavy electric forklift market Today, Shangli launches a new 5 ton electric forklift. With more than two years’ experience in application, the Shangli CPD40/45/50 electric forklift betters the  best performance in special applications of diesel and LPG forklifts with the same capacity. [more] Aisle-Master is Degrees Better for Castlecool Ireland’s largest independent Temperature Control and Logistics company, Castlecool, has seen a marked increase in available storage space at its Castleblayney facility since it took delivery of an Aisle-Master articulated forklift. [more] Maximal forklift, No.1 Forklift Truck Supplier for Chinese Army Maximal is now the leading forklift supplier to the Chinese Army. The General Logistics Department of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) have tendered for warehouse equipment for military use after taking into consideration the factors of security and reliability. [more] Publish your brief here Showcase your videos on Forkliftaction.com Maximize the impact of your advertising message through featuring your videos within your Forkliftaction.com articles! Until the end of April 2011, when you book your next advertisement with a video insert, you will receive a repeat of this advertisement! ...With video advertising you can:       -Increase user interest, promote an interactive response to your message;       -Demonstrate how your products work in a matter of minutes;       -Stand out from your competitors. INTERESTED? See how the organizers of the US Open Forklift Safety Rodeo have utilised the impact of video within their ShopFront and Media Releases. Contact Us - Talk to our advertising team about your next video insert today. [more] Product Watch Promote your products here Increase your productivity at lower handling costs with Bolzoni Auramo’s multiple pallet handlers Thanks to the wide choice of models, capacities, widths and fork opening, BOLZONI AURAMO'S range of multiple pallet handlers are capable of satisfying the requirements of all industries characterized by heavy handling of palletized loads. [more] Ground Level Container Access Ramps Forklift Traders offers a popular and low cost solution to unload containers with a forklift. The Work Cover approved CRN65 Container Access Ramp is designed for bridging into standard containers from ground level. [more] EP Launches the newest V-Series Four-wheel Electric Forklift EP strives to supply the best product to the customers because our mission is to meet all your needs. Now, after extensive research, EP is officially launching the V-Series Four-wheel Electric Forklift. [more] Thombert offers high-performance compounds for wheels and tires The quality products from Thombert help you control your budget. Users of lower-quality wheels and tires experience higher back-end costs. But with the high-performance products from Thombert, you’ll experience the lowest cost per hour of use. [more] Safety First FROM OUR INDEPENDENT SAFETY EXPERTS Rob Vetter: Knowledge and Skill: The Yin and Yang of Operator Training Operator training isn't a matter of theory or practice. Rob Vetter believes both are equally important. [more] Media Releases The 7th Guangzhou International Brand Forklift & Accessories Exhibition 2011 and The 2nd Guangzhou International Logistic Equipment & Technology Exhibition 2011  FLEX 1500 for Reliability, Flexibility, and Profitability  SHANGLi targets European heavy electric forklift market  Aisle-Master is Degrees Better for Castlecool  Maximal forklift, No.1 Forklift Truck Supplier for Chinese Army  Product Watch Increase your productivity at lower handling costs with Bolzoni Auramo’s multiple pallet handlers  Ground Level Container Access Ramps  EP Launches the newest V-Series Four-wheel Electric Forklift  Thombert offers high-performance compounds for wheels and tires  Tip Off Forkaction.com Do you know something our readers should know?.Write to news@forkliftaction.com. or provide information.anonymously here.
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InterMat Middle East Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 28th to 30th march 2011     [more] 11. CME 2011 - China International Construction Machinery Exhibition Guangzhou, China March 30th-April 1st,2011.     [more] 12. CeMAT South America 2011 Sao Paulo, Brazil 4th to 7th April 2011     [more] 13. Con-Expo-Con/Agg 2011 Las Vegas, United States 22nd to 26th March 2011     [more] 14. Industrial Crane & Hoist Conference Chicago, United States 22nd March 2011     [more] 15. Multimodal 2011 Birmingham, United Kingdom 5th to 7th April     [more] [EVENTS CALENDAR]   In The Discussion Forums "I was entertaining the idea of opening or expanding to a Tailift dealership. Anybody have any experience with them how are they about warranty? How are the machines in general? Good or bad all comments welcome.". brumbear, United States "I would expect the conversation will soon be the comparison between hydrogen refueling costs and lead acid battery recharging for indoor lift trucks. Hopefully, we will soon be able to leave propane lift trucks outside where they belong.". randal_s, Canada "The company I work for is also going the way of billing from the vans. I am getting a lot of good training from the company on how to use the software so it is not too much of a sink or swim mentality.". BenH, United States [FORKLIFTACTION FORUMS] Job Vacancies 1. Field Service Technician - Full time United States, Macedonia, Ohio [more] 2. Foklift Mechanic - Full time Australia, Perth [more] 3. Parts Sales - Full time United States, Pharr-McAllen Texas [more] 4. S2 Service Technician - Full time United States, Springdale, AR [more] 5. Territory Parts and Service Manager - Full time United States, Western United States [more] 6. S2 Service Technician - Full time United States, Savannah,GA [more] 7. Warranty Support Administrator - Full time United States, Charlotte, NC [more] 8. Service Payment Administrator - Full time United States, Charlotte, NC [more] 9. 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