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09 January 2020
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The storage of flammable liquids presents companies with a high risk and potentially catastrophic consequences if neglected, explains Chemstore.
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08 January 2020
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At a launch event this month, Linde released a new diesel powered forklift that pushes the envelope in terms of performance, fleet management, truck power and connectivity. Simon Duddy reports
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14 November 2019
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Every winter, the hectic festive period places supply chain operators across the UK under increased strain as they process a substantial increase in orders for Black Friday, Christmas gift buying and January sales. Phil Clark, Industrial Service Manager for Hörmann UK, is urging the logistics industry to ensure all necessary warehouse maintenance is completed well before the influx in orders occur.
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25 July 2019
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The warehouse sector works tirelessly to improve its accident record. Could an answer to a reduction in injuries be a forklift with exceptional visibility?
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21 August 2019
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Businesses are under increasing pressure to respond flexibly and efficiently. But how can materials handling operations provide the agility needed, with minimum exposure to risk? Alan Clark, asset manager at Doosan Industrial Vehicle UK, offers a five-point guide to flexing your assets.
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25 July 2019
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Following a statement by Peter Ward of the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) that there is no available space left in UK warehouses as many UK retailers preparing for a potential no-deal Brexit, safety concerns have been sparked for workers operating in the sector
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19 June 2019
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Many industrial environments are chilled to significantly below the ambient climatic temperature and high speed shutter doors are the best way to maintain a clear division between inside and out. Louise Nurse from sara LBS says there is more to such installations than meets the eye.
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11 June 2019
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Properly maintained lifting gear is one of the vital links with the supply chain so it's essential not to overlook lift maintenance, says Roger Bates of lift manufacturer Hymo.
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01 May 2019
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In most laboratories and industries, the use of hazardous and combustible materials is part of the regular routine and is unavoidable. On a daily basis the improper storage of such materials puts people, the environment and property in danger.
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26 March 2019
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Today’s IoT technology is improving forklift trucks’ productivity by measuring vital parameters in real time and setting alerts. This data can be also used for deeper analysis to inform both strategic and tactical decisions. Orjan Eriksson, commercial application manager monitoring & solutions at EnerSys EMEA explains more
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22 January 2019
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Steve Richmond, director – Logistics Systems, Jungheinrich UK, outlines the role Lithium-ion can play in both boosting an organisation’s environmental credentials, and enabling new working practices, such as opportunity charging.
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14 November 2018
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Distilleries have been affected by the update to the EN1755:2015 standard, which has changed how ATEX compliant lift trucks are built and managed. Pyroban explains more
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14 November 2018
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Plastic waste has become one of today's hottest topics with both businesses and consumers feeding the problem of overuse. It seems some organisations are reluctant to change their pick, pack and despatch process, believing it too challenging or expensive to explore viable alternatives. With plastic production doubling over the last 50 years, there is an urgent need to do something, as Jake Kirk, managing partner at Kite Packaging, explains
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16 November 2018
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December 2018 marks the 20th anniversary of LOLER and PUWER. Here, CFTS chairman Geoff Martin reflects on their introduction and considers what each entails and what is their ongoing impact on fork lift truck employers.
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13 November 2018
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Nick Cox of sara LBS believes warehouse and factory operators who want to combine high levels of insulation with speed and reliability should consider insulated roller shutter doors which, he says, are becoming the technology of choice. Here, he explores the latest technologies and explains why he believes they are steadily superseding more traditional solutions
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02 October 2018
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Nu-Star has designed and manufactured a bespoke kiln car attachment for its signature electric-powered tug to solve Shaws’ moving needs.
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13 September 2018
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Battery-free scanners powered by super-capacitors can help boost a business’ productivity and green credentials, explains to Stan Zywicki, general manager, Scanning and Printing, Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions
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28 August 2018
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While traditional lead-acid battery types remain popular and reliable, newer and more innovative lead-acid technologies, as well as alternatives such as lithium-ion (Li-ion) are giving operators opportunities to improve their daily operations and reduce total cost of ownership. Martin Walsh, TPPL product manager EMEA at EnerSys, offers 10 points to consider when seeking to benefit from these new technologies
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23 July 2018
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The forklift rental market must evolve in order to help organisations respond to the challenges of a changing marketplace, as Neil Warren, business director, Jungheinrich UK, explains
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29 June 2018
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As a company committed to maintaining the highest level of customer service, a merger of businesses and rapid sales growth brought major challenges to ZyroFisher. With 800+ cartons being shipped daily, the company needed to streamline operations and increase warehouse productivity by improving the efficiency of its daily order fulfilment process.
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