Tugs feature advanced control options
MASTERMOVER HAS released six new electric tug models to meet ‘diverse load-moving challenges’.
Survey helps identify risks facing forklift users
Mentor Training has launched a forklift safety survey designed to help identify the real risks facing companies operating MHE today.
A political approach
Ross Moloney explains why it is important to engage with legislators to help them understand the role of lifting in key sectors like logistics and how to improve safe practice.
Magnetic lifter launches
ECLIPSE MAGNETICS has launched Ultralift E, which utilises magnetic technology for steel lifting.
Next-gen robotic exoskeletons launch
German Bionic is launching new, AI-powered smart wearable tools that claim to revolutionise workplace safety in physically demanding jobs.
Dawn of a new era
As we prepare for an uncertain 2023, HSS is excited to reveal its rebrand as Logistics Matters from January – with a view to better cover the wide range of challenges facing the world of materials handling, supply chain, warehousing and logistics.
Evolving training for lifting experts
Andrew Wright, Deputy CEO of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), explains how training is evolving to ensure quality and expertise is sustained, reinforcing the confidence logistics operations place in lifting equipment and service suppliers.
Learn safety online
Join us for the Safety in Logistics one day digital conference on November 23 – the event is focused on experts and leaders sharing lessons learned to promote safer warehousing and logistics operations.
Sidebot combines with mini cobot gripper
THE WYZO sidebot can be deployed with Piab’s MCG equipped with an adapter plate with 13x BX10 suction cups.
Lightweight powered stair climber
A NEW lightweight powered stair climber weighing 18.5kg and with a carrying capacity of 120kg is being rolled out across the UK by Stanley.
A ‘largely avoidable risk’
Manual handling injuries are common throughout the logistics industry. With the right training in place, they are largely avoidable, but many operations overlook this due to time and budget constraints, says Alex Samson.
Wearables aim to boost ergonomics
AN ARTIFICIAL Intelligence based wearable technology that helps employees avoid physical injury at work, is being rolled out across the UK by Stanley.
Hoist and Winch raises profile
HOIST AND Winch has come a long way in a short space of time. From humble beginnings in 2007, the company today offers a full spectrum of lifting equipment services to the UK and global marketplace.
New battery opens up new applications for Wave
CROWN HAS equipped its popular Wave Work Assist Vehicle with lithium-ion batteries.
Innovative workbench
CAN YOU turn moulds, tools and large workpieces weighing up to 2.5 tonnes with a cordless screwdriver?
Winches for heavy applications
VERLINDE HAS extended its open winch series for heavy duty applications with the PDW series. This range of open winches provides a technical answer to lifting applications in a wide range of capacities from 6.3 to 70 tonnes, with duty classifications of up to M6.
Linde enhances tugger train system
NEW TRAILERS and a cloud-based tugger train guidance system have been added to the Linde Logistic Train from Linde Material Handling.
A safer world of lifting
Lifting is a fundamental aspect of materials handling and logistics throughout all supply chains. Ross Moloney encourages everybody in materials handling and logistics to open their eyes to the importance of lifting equipment and the role of safety.
Tackling manual handling risks
Lifting and moving by hand is the main cause of reportable accidents in the freight by road industry and the logistics sector has a rate of musculoskeletal disorders 50% higher than the national average, says Laura Nelson.
Get up to date on Thorough Examinations guidance
KEY CHANGES have been announced in the latest update to the materials handling industry official guidance notes on how to comply with the legal obligations for Thorough Examinations.
