Let’s talk tyres
Tyres on all modes of transport can become subject to wear and tear – even rider-operated forklift trucks. Adam Offord discovers what issues poor tyres can create and what operators and engineers need to be looking out for
Creating a safe warehouse
Manufacturers are being hit with large fines and suffering reputational damage following entirely preventable forklift truck accidents. Training operators in the safe use of these ‘warehouse workhorses’ is paramount, as James Clark, Secretary General, British Industrial Truck Association (BITA), explains
Fuels for thought
For years, there have been announcements about trials of forklift trucks powered by hydrogen fuel cells. Cleaner and greener, yes – but will they be seen in UK plants any time soon? Laura Cork finds out
Future fuels?
Materials handling is a sweet spot for hydrogen fuel cells, according to one expert. They've been introduced in the US, with proven benefits, so why haven't they taken off in the UK? Laura Cork reports