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Getting the most from a counterbalance truck fleet requires thorough analysis of the task, the application of the most suitable machines for the job and a
good, hard look at any service contract.
By Nick Allen.

Just how important is the quality of home delivery services? It might seem blasphemous even to raise the question – it’s obvious that it plays a vital role. I can produce reports that highlight the critical nature of delivery quality.

If the global downturn has shown us anything it’s
that flexibility is key when it comes to providing a
successful logistics service. Add to that unknown
quantities such as volcanic ash teamed with
shorter lead times and the need to be agile and
effic

When it comes to operating a best-in-class supply chain, customer service is the name of the game at Telefónica O2 UK. General manager of supply chain
Nick Lefever explains the winning formula to Lucy Tesseras.

Getting the right equipment and systems in place in the loading bay is critical, not just to efficiency, but also to safe warehouse operation.

For the past two years leading brewer, Carlsberg, has been engaged in a programme of updating its materials handling equipment across all of its UK distribution sites.

The national distribution centre for door lock specialists, Assa Abloy, had diverse materials handling requirements. A versatile fleet of 15 new forklift trucks was deployed to the task.

Transdek, the double-deck loading equipment
supplier, is installing double-deck lifts at distribution centre and store level for both Boots and Tesco.