Forklift Driver Training Archives - Page 6 of 6

Toyota to Showcase Newest Forklift Equipment in September

Posted on Sep 05, 2013 by Prath520

Toyota Materials Handling UK is already one of the first names in forklifts for warehouse environments in the UK. In September, they hope to improve their reputation further upon showcasing some of their newest equipment. Toyota is scheduled to show off several new pieces at the Temperature Controlled Storage and Distribution exhibition on September 18..READ MORE

Gloucester Forklift Operator Uninjured in Accident

Posted on Aug 27, 2013 by Prath520

A Gloucester forklift operator was lucky to be left unscathed after the truck he was operating overturned at a local plastics plant. When the truck overturned it began to leak hydrochloric acid from its battery pack, yet the operator was able to walk away with little more than a bruised ego.READ MORE

Government Updates Forklift Code of Practice

Posted on Jul 22, 2013 by Prath520

Earlier this year the Health & Safety Executive released the third edition of their Approved Code of Practice for the use of rider-operated lift trucks (L117). The document is more than just a copy of helpful suggestions for forklift operators. It’s an entire set of protocols designed to keep everyone working with and around forklift..READ MORE

UK Companies Increasing Forklift Truck Purchases

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Prath520

Logistics Manager magazine reported earlier this week that manufacturing productivity in the UK is picking up. In fact, some sectors have even returned to pre-recession productivity, causing an increase in orders for new forklift trucks. According to Logistics Manager, UK productivity is outpacing both Germany and the U.S.READ MORE

Demand for Forklift Trucks Rising in the UK

Posted on Apr 29, 2013 by Prath520

A recent news report indicates forklift manufacturer Flexi Narrow Aisle has expanded its UK manufacturing facilities in order to keep up with increased demand for its articulated forklift trucks. Flexi is the UK’s largest manufacturer of articulated VNAs and arguably one of the most popular names in Europe. Their increased capacity is now 50% greater..READ MORE

Forklift Operations Featured at IMHX 2013

Posted on Apr 11, 2013 by Prath520

The annual International Materials Handling Exposition (IMHX) in Birmingham always features one or two highlights that steal the show. The 2013 exhibition was no exception. Among the most talked about parts of IMHX this year were the demonstrations of forklift technologies focusing on pedestrian safety.READ MORE

Basic Types Of Forklift Training

Posted on Mar 09, 2013 by Prath520

Forklift Training Courses are simple, quick courses which can take you from novice to fully trained operator in under a week. Many HGV drivers now double as forklift operators – as they can then load and unload their vehicles, doing two jobs for the price of one!READ MORE