Ramp up your operations  

The arguments for why electric forklifts are better than diesel are well rehearsed. But, for many, a nagging doubt remains: what about ramps and steep slopes where there’s the very real possibility of power drop-off? These issues have been addressed by Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks with its new, patent-pending,  AutoBoost feature. According to Stewart Gosling of […]

17/08/2022 - 20:30 pm

Embedded SupraNano for digitalisation

SupraNano from Yoke is a digital chip fitted into lifting equipment, ensuring optimal user experience, wherever and whenever people encounter Near-Field communication (NFC) interactions. SupraNano can be easily embedded and is readable through steel, ensuring readability in most applications. It is a simple way to digitalise product with RiConnect or any other third party software, […]

04/08/2022 - 18:20 pm
Products  >  Hoist

Oz Lifting expands Industrial Lever Hoist Range

Oz Lifting has expanded its industrial lever hoist range with 6 and 9USt capacity versions. Previously, the Winona, Minnesota, USA-based manufacturer offered 0.25 to 3USt capacity models, but the relaunched range will include 0.25, 0.75, 1.5, 3- 6, and 9USt capacity versions. This closely matches the company’s premium (overload protected) and dynamometer-equipped (Dyno-Hoist) lever hoist […]

18/07/2022 - 15:02 pm
Products  >  Hoist

Tech for safety

Digitalisation in the lifting industry is great challenge, but now a reality on many job sites. Pre-use checks are vital to pick up faults due to day-to-day wear and tear and malfunction of safety-related equipment. The operator of the equipment should act as the first line of defence in identifying any faults or damage. Such […]

07/07/2022 - 15:48 pm

UniCarriers upgrades stackers for next-level productivity

UniCarriers has launched an upgraded series of compact pedestrian stackers with features designed to enhance operator comfort and productivity. The CSW125 compact pedestrian stacker and CDW125 compact pedestrian stacker for double pallet handling are suited to cross-docking applications. The new machines are particularly useful in applications such as shop replenishment, order picking and short-distance internal […]

05/07/2022 - 15:53 pm

First-ever ANSI and ISO-compliant VR MEWP training

Serious Labs, a global leader in virtual reality (VR) heavy equipment and vehicle training simulators, has announced  its new ANSI Compliant Assessment Scenario, the first-ever availability of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) compliant VR operator training for articulated and telescopic boom lifts, types of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). […]

29/06/2022 - 16:40 pm
Products  >  MEWPs

Next generation of the JLG AR app

JLG Industries, Inc  has updated its Augmented Reality (AR) app, giving the digital tool a facelift and expanding its capabilities to be even more useful to users on a day-to-day basis. The next-generation upgrades include an all-new interface and experience, new content, cloud-based and offline use, expanded machine inspections functionality and a new ‘Fleet’ feature. […]

28/06/2022 - 12:14 pm

BYD Forklift unveils advanced products at LogiMAT

BYD, a leading manufacturer of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) introduced new products to its range of zero-emission forklifts at LogiMAT trade fair (Hall 10, Stand G61 – Stuttgart, 31 May – 2nd June 2022). A highlight was the European premiere of the heavy-duty BYD ECB70/80 counterbalance forklift. Additionally, BYD demonstrated an expanded range of industry-leading […]

07/06/2022 - 14:51 pm

Raymond celebrates national forklift safety day with launch of next-generation VR simulator

As a proud supporter of the 9th National Forklift Safety Day, The Raymond Corporation is committed to prioritising forklift operator education and providing intelligent warehouse solutions that help customers create a culture of continuous improvement and boost overall facility well-being. Along with National Forklift Safety Day, The Raymond Corporation will be celebrating its 100th anniversary and […]

07/06/2022 - 14:30 pm

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