Forkliftaction News edition no. #544 from 15 Dec 2011

Can't read this newsletter?
Read online

Issue Issue #544 - 15 Dec 2011.
This is the newsletter copy of Preview [Subscribe] [Forward]

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9340&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9341&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9342&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9343&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9344&usid=&neid=544



	RSS		Print
	News Settings

Industry News

Marketplace

Business Directory

Discussion Forums

Spec Checker

Events Calendar

Job Center

Photo Galleries

Inside Forkliftaction.com

Contact the Forkliftaction team

Of course, everyone likes a happy ending, so it was something of a relief when two UK forklift bodies put aside their differences and issued a joint statement about forklift apprenticeships. Readers may recall that there was a bit of a misunderstanding when the British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) claimed exclusivity with a new apprenticeship initiative, apparently snubbing the Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA). Well, as we read this week, the two bodies are mounting a united front. Some would say common sense is prevailing as both organisations realise the real target of their attention should be the skills shortage. Let’s hope the unity produces significant outcomes.

Local News	FROM THE FORKLIFTACTION.COM EDITORIAL TEAM
Demag delivers in PNG Australasia News Port Moresby Demag Cranes has delivered its first mobile harbour cranes to Papua New Guinea after receiving an order for four Gottwald G HMK 6407 Model 6 cranes from PNG Ports Corporation.... [more]
Dates set for Queensland conference Australasia News The dates have been set for the 13th annual Queensland Supply Chain and Logistics Conference for 2012. The event will be held on 23-24 August 2012 at the Sofitel Hotel... [more]
Tassie doubles freight capacity Australasia News Hobart, Tas Tasmania's rail company has bought 17 new locomotives, more than doubling its freight capacity. The Australian Broadcasting Corporation reports that the upgrade will cost TasRail more than $60... [more]
Wharfies strike over poor safety regime Australasia News Port Kembla, WA A Western Australian dock dispute spread earlier this week when more than 130 Port Kembla stevedores joined a national strike in their campaign for improved pay and conditions. According... [more]

Global News	FROM THE FORKLIFTACTION.COM EDITORIAL TEAM
JCB project creates hundreds of jobs UNITED KINGDOM JCB’s new GBP31 million (USD48 million) engine development project will create about 350 jobs at its Midlands and Wales plants. The project is expected to commence after the company... [more]
FLTA and BITA promote apprenticeships UNITED KINGDOM After a slip-up in the official announcement of its apprenticeship joint-initiative with City of Bristol College, the British Industrial Truck Association (BITA) has issued a joint statement with the Fork... [more]
Heli appoints Van Keppel as authorised dealer UNITED STATES Heli Americas has named the GW Van Keppel Co as its authorised Heli dealer for portions of Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma. “GW Van Keppel’s long-standing reputation in the materials... [more]

OSHA cites trucker’s forklift operations as unsafe UNITED STATES A federal regulatory agency has proposed penalties of nearly USD164,800 for unsafe forklift operations and other violations at a facility of Central Transport International Inc. The US Occupational Safety... [more]
Nissan adds heavy-lift series to Platinum line UNITED STATES Nissan Forklift Corp is marketing the GO6 Series as a heavy-load addition to its Platinum line of materials handling equipment. The pneumatic tyre forklift series features a turbo charger-equipped... [more]
Cascade reports increases in sales, profits UNITED STATES Forklift attachments maker Cascade Corp says net sales climbed 25% and foreign currency changes added 4% for the third quarter ended 31 October. Cascade logged sales of USD138.0 million... [more]
JLG parent sets date for contested election UNITED STATES JLG parent firm Oshkosh Corp has set the timing for its annual meeting and effort to repel the campaign of activist shareholder Carl C Icahn {statlink\|1(Forkliftaction.com News #541)}. In... [more]
WE Roberts replaces forklifts for dusty application UNITED KINGDOM Corrugated cardboard manufacturer WE Roberts Group (WER) has bought new forklifts after its punishing triple-shift application took its toll on its previous forklift fleet. Financial director Richard Puffette explains... [more]
Economic hardship can benefit 3PL entrepreneurs UNITED KINGDOM The onset of another period of economic hardship could have positive implications for the third-party logistics (3PL) and storage industry. That is the view of Michael Potts, managing director of... [more]
Proctor & Gamble buys into fuel cells UNITED STATES The world’s largest consumer packaged goods company is buying hydrogen fuel cells to power more than 200 electric forklifts in the firm’s first exploration of battery-replacement technology. Terms were not... [more]
Probation, restitution for embezzlement from HP Forklift UNITED STATES Raymond L Webber was sentenced to 12 months’ probation and ordered to pay USD6,500 in restitution and USD740 for fines and costs for embezzling HP Forklift Inc property. Webber,... [more]
Archbold signs deal with OTL UNITED KINGDOM Palletforce member Archbold Logistics has won a GBP500,000 (USD774,000) national distribution contract with pound store supplier OTL. OTL, based near Leeds, supplies major pound stores and supermarket chains in... [more]
Movers & Shakers KION Group, Clark Material Handling Company, Deutsche Messe AG [more]
Briefs Toyota introduces mobile game - Brussels, Belgium Konecranes buys crane business - Baden-Dättwil, Switzerland Good Friend records big sales jump - Hangzhou, China Jungheinrich first past the post - Vienna, Austria TIL builds West Bengal plant - India [more]

Publish your brief here

WORK THE MARKET WITH YOUR PR & ADVERTISING

Is your marketing budget looming? Are all your press releases getting published?
We can get your messages heard by the right people!

All your press releases published
High intensity brand advertising
Global and regional marketing
Text and banner formats
Standard and premium ShopFronts
Exclusive Marketplace access for dealers

Contact us for a quote and get more value out of your advertising budget.
Or write to info@forkliftaction.com. [more]

Company Media Releases	Publish your article here
GlobeQuip secures Kalmar Dealership Australasia News GlobeQuip has been appointed as an authorised Kalmar equipment dealer, providing sales, service and support for Kalmar forklift trucks, reachstackers, container handlers and logstackers. Core services include specifying the appropriate equipment for the task and establishing maintenance and servicing schedules. [more]
Investment in plant and equipment up 27.6% in Queensland Investment in plant and equipment is up 27.6% in Queensland. Get involved, with Queensland Equipment Expo 2012, which will feature exhibitors such as Solideal, Terex, Clark Equipment, Toyota Materials Handling and Doosan. [more]

MODEX: Ragasco Composite LPG cylinders for Fork Lift Trucks Ragasco’s composite lightweight LPG cylinders have numerous features that set them apart from traditional cylinders due to exceptional lightweight construction, transparent walls, extremely high pressure rating and ergonomic stylish looks. [more]
MODEX: Durable Mighty Line Peel-&-Stick patented floor tape products Manage your traffic patterns and product workflows with Mighty Line Peel-&-Stick floor marking products. Mighty Line tapes are extremely durable and easy to install. Mighty Line floor tapes are backed by a limited 3 year warranty. [more]
MODEX: Eliminate Battery Changing, Increase Productivity with Nuvera Fuel Cells Nuvera Fuel Cells will display the latest fuel cell and hydrogen refueling products for material handling at MODEX in Atlanta, 2012. These products are designed to cut costs and increase productivity in your materials handling operation. [more]
TVH^® - SMH^® Announces the Charger Quick Reference Guide The Charger Quick Reference Guide is a six page comprehensive resource for all of your charging needs. Browse our extensive charger product offering including Energic Plus, Quick Charge, Lester, MAC, Signet and more! [more]
MODEX: Flexi G4 the next generation in space saving efficiency Unlike conventional Reach Forklifts, FLEXI off loads directly from the truck to the rack yielding up to 30% more warehouse storage capacity. [more]
Modex 2012: Collated NIOSH and EASE Manual Materials Handling Workshop The Ergonomic Assist Systems and Equipment Council (EASE) of Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) announced a workshop in conjunction with National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) called “Engineered Solutions for Manual Handling Jobs” collocated with MODEX 2012. [more]

Publish your brief here

Ever used your Forklift to transport a panda cub?

Yes, you heard correctly ...This is just one example of the mind boggling entries in the bizarre world of the Forklift Gymnastics.

Think you can beat that? The FLTA is calling all Gymnasts for their one-off "Fork Lift Truck Olympics", which are part of this year’s Awards for Excellence.

If you have real photos of forklift trucks in weird and wonderful situations or carrying unusual loads Enter Today!

Forkliftaction is the official home to the Forklift Gymnastics, to visit the competition page: Click Here.
Prove yourself a champion- Upload your entry today!

Entries close on the 31 December 2011.

[more]

Product Watch	Promote your products here
Big Joe to showcase new AC Series Rider Pallet Truck at Modex Big Joe launches its C Series rider pallet trucks with the introduction of the Big Joe WRT60. The WRT60 is the first in a new line of end control riders designed to deliver high performance and low operating costs. [more]
Nissan'S APX Series Walkie Pallet Truck - ideal for tight settings Nissan Forklift Corporation has added the APX Series to its line of pallet trucks. The APX Advanced AC-Powered Walkie Pallet Truck, rated at 4,000 pounds capacity, offers superior maneuverability. [more]

Zowell Launches New Electric Tow Tractor 6Tons Zowell introduces a new tow tractor with 6 ton capacity, an ideal choice for applications requiring the rapid and efficient transfer of multiple trailer loads in various industrial and commercial applications as well as specialised repair workshop duties. [more]
High quality, cost effective forklift cabins for any application DFK Cab Ltd, supplies complete cabs or separate panels for more than 20 forklift brands to customers worldwide. In 2008 we extended our offering of polycarbonate cabins to include a wide variety of UTV vehicles. [more]

Publish your brief here

Get seen on Forkliftaction and make a name for yourself

Over 40,000 monthly searches make Forkliftaction’s enhanced Business Directory the place to be for suppliers in materials handling.

Get your free company listing or, get ahead of the game with a ShopFront (StoreFront).
Your Forkliftaction ShopFront is your ‘business card’ in the global or local marketplace ...

Top ranking for all your search words
Feature logo, contact details, links, product photos and company profile
Include your YouTube videos
Reach to your export markets with the smart “Target Markets” option

With a ShopFront you pull traffic to your business: click here to get ahead of the game. [more]

Media Releases

GlobeQuip secures Kalmar Dealership

Investment in plant and equipment up 27.6% in Queensland

MODEX: Ragasco Composite LPG cylinders for Fork Lift Trucks

MODEX: Durable Mighty Line Peel-&-Stick patented floor tape products

MODEX: Eliminate Battery Changing, Increase Productivity with Nuvera Fuel Cells

TVH^® - SMH^® Announces the Charger Quick Reference Guide

MODEX: Flexi G4 the next generation in space saving efficiency

Modex 2012: Collated NIOSH and EASE Manual Materials Handling Workshop

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9353&usid=&neid=544

Product Watch

Big Joe to showcase new AC Series Rider Pallet Truck at Modex

Nissan'S APX Series Walkie Pallet Truck - ideal for tight settings

Zowell Launches New Electric Tow Tractor 6Tons

High quality, cost effective forklift cabins for any application

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9354&usid=&neid=544

Tip Off Forkliftaction.com

Do you know something our readers should know?
Post your news with this form or post your news anonymously.

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9355&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9356&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9357&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9358&usid=&neid=544

http://www.forkliftaction.com/lynad/news_adclick.asp?assid=9359&usid=&neid=544

For Sale Near You

Hyster	H2.50XL		[more]
Hyster	H14-12	2004	[more]
Hyster	H520B		[more]
Hyster	H2.00XMS	2004	[more]
Nissan	01ZPJO1A15	1992	[more]
Komatsu	FG18T16		[more]
Luxford	LX88		[more]
Manitou	MH26-4	2006	[more]
Crown	60PE2748		[more]
Mitsubishi	FGE20CN		[more]
Kalmar	DRF450-60S5	2005	[more]
Manitou	1030S		[more]
Hyster	H48.00C	1997	[more]
Omega	54E-DCH		[more]
Hyster	R30XM2	2002	[more]
[FORKLIFTACTION MARKETPLACE]

Featured Businesses

Harlo Products
Grandville, Michigan - United States [more]

Omega Lift
Bolton, Ontario - Canada [more]

Linde Material Handling GmbH
Schweinheimer Straße 34, Germany [more]

UEG Universal Equipment GmbH
Germany [more]

Machinery Action Group
Milton, Queensland - Australia [more]

Chadwick Forklifts Pty Ltd
Moorabbin, Melbourne, Victoria - Australia [more]

Suzhou Pioneer Material Handling Equipment & Technology Co., Ltd.
suzhou, China [more]

Sun Tyre & Wheel Systems
Chennai - 600 006, India [more]

[FORKLIFTACTION BUSINESS DIRECTORY]

Upcoming Events
1. MODEX 2012
Atlanta, United States	February 6-9, 2012 [more]
2. IMHX 2013
Birmingham, United Kingdom	19th to 22nd March 2013 [more]
3. 2012 Georgia Logistics Summit
Georgia, United States	February 8th 2012 [more]
4. Crane & Rigging / Industrial Crane & Hoist Conferences
New Orleans, United States	23rd and 24th May 2012 [more]
5. CeMAT Russia
Moscow, Russia	25th to 27th September 2012 [more]
6. Queensland Equipment Expo
Brisbane, Australia	19th, 20th and 21st April 2012 [more]
7. Australasian Ports & Harbours Congress 2012
Brisbane, Australia	27th to 29th February 2012 [more]
[EVENTS CALENDAR]

In The Discussion Forums

"Is anything going on with Yale or Hyster that is going to have a huge impact to both lines?".
charles_c, United States

"The trick to removing sulphation IS deep cycling of the battery. This forces sulphation out off of the plates and softens them enough so they can be discharged to capacity. What I see here is nothing new.".
DanConroy, United States

"Have to agree the picture gives the wrong impression. However most forklift advertisements show incorrect procedures even when the manufacturers have very good training support. It is one of the annoying things that this industry continually supports. Doubt if EP will change".
Normandy, Ireland

[FORKLIFTACTION FORUMS]

Job Vacancies
1. Sales Representative - Full time
United States, Greensboro, NC	[more]
2. Sales Representative - Full time
United States, Columbia, SC	[more]
3. Branch Manager - Full time
United States, Greenville, SC	[more]
4. Sales Representative - Full time
United States, Greenville, NC	[more]
5. Area Sales Manager - Full time
Australia, Sydney	[more]
6. Road Service Technicians - Full time
United States, Indianapolis, Indiana	[more]
7. Outside Sales New and Used Equipment - Full time
United States, Los Angeles	[more]
8. Outside Sales Parts, Service, and Allied Products - Full time
United States, Los Angeles	[more]
9. Forklift Dealership - General Manager - Full time
United States, Los Angeles	[more]
10. Salesman/Sales Manager - Full time
United States, Los Angeles	[more]
11. Forklift Salesman - Full time
United States, Los Angeles	[more]
12. QLD State Service Manager - Full time
Australia, Brisbane	[more]
13. Field Service Technician - Full time
Australia, Melbourne	[more]
14. Field Service Technician - Full time
Australia, Sydney	[more]
15. Business Development Manager - Cranes - Full time
Australia, Perth	[more]
16. National Account Manager - Full time
United States, Marengo, IL	[more]
17. Forklift Service Engineers/Technicians - Australia - Full time
Australia, Scoresby, VIC	[more]
18. Road Service Technician - Full time
United States, Southern California	[more]
19. Senior Manager, Outside Sales - Full time
United States, Marengo, IL/NW Chicago Suburbs	[more]
20. Parts Co-ordinator - Full time
United Kingdom, Peterborough	[more]
21. Parts Analyst - Full time
United States, Maple Shade , NJ	[more]
22. Parts Analyst - Full time
United States, Upper Marlboro, MD	[more]
23. Metro Shop Service Supervisor - Full time
United States, Macon, Georgia	[more]
24. S2 Service Technician - Full time
United States, Nashville, Tennessee	[more]
25. Forklift Technician - Full time
United States, Chattanooga, TN	[more]
26. S1 Apprentice Technician - Full time
United States, Greer, South Carolina	[more]
27. S1 Apprentice Technician - Full time
United States, Florence, South Carolina	[more]
28. Service Tech/CSR - Full time
United States, Wallingford	[more]
29. S2 Service Technician - Full time
United States, Greer, South Carolina	[more]
30. Service Manager - Full time
United States, Western Carolina	[more]
[FORKLIFTACTION JOBS]

Resumes
1. Manager/Supervisor - Full time
United States, Chicago-North and South Suburbs	[more]
2. Business development & product support - Full time
United States, Europe/USA/Canada/worldwide/ willing to relocate	[more]
3. Customer Sales and Service, Forklift Sales, - Full time
United States, USA/Mexico- Completely Mobile	[more]
4. Local Export Sales or Dealer Development Manager-Latin America - Full time
United States, Florida	[more]
5. Management/Sales - Full time
United States, Southeast USA	[more]
6. Manager / Systems Engineer - Full time
United States, Variable	[more]
[FORKLIFTACTION RESUMES]

Editorial Calendar
December	Spare Parts
January	Industry Overview 2010
February	North American Materials Handling Industry
March	Forklift Technology Trends
April	Accessories and Cabin Options
May	Forklift Rental and Financing
June	AGV: Automatic Forklifts
July	Chinese Manufactured Forklifts
August	Fleet and Asset Management
September	The Forklift Industry in Scandinavia
October	Fuel Cells and Hybrid Technology
November	Forklift Refurbishing / Reconditioning
December	Rough Terrain Forklifts
[FORKLIFTACTION EDITORIAL CALENDAR]

NEWS ARCHIVE | PAST NEWSLETTERS

Should you no longer wish to receive news from Forkliftaction.com, please click here to cancel your subscription.

PO Box 1439, Milton QLD 4064, Australia - info@forkliftaction.com