Much of the demand has been generated by retailers eager to improve their supply chain networks both to meet their customers’ demands in the store, and to drive down costs. There are a number of reasons why companies need to improve their supply chains.

Nissan Forklift has introduced a special forklift truck which provides far better forward visibility for operators with tall loads. The Hi-Rise Panoramic is a raised level, engine-powered counterbalanced truck available with lift capacities of 2.0,

Paxar UK has developed two lightweight versions of its Monarch Pathfinder, a multi-function, real-time, one-piece hand-held scanner, data collector, printer and label applicator. The new MO6032 and MO6037 models are said to be suitable for time-eff

Atlet has rolled out its new generation powered pallet trucks with the launch of the high performance Doppio PSD transporter-stacker. Based on Atlet’s all-new P-series chassis, the Doppio stacks up to 2.49m and because of its straddle lift it can h

Angus & Wright, which supplies automated packaging machinery, has launched two new machines to cater for small and long items to give packers the option of automating what until now has been an expensive manual operation.

Daewoo has introduced a new 3.2 tonne, four-wheeled electric forklift, the B32X, which offers an array of features, mast options and oil-cooled disc brakes. The completely sealed system ensures full protection against contamination.

Vehicle manufacturer PSA Peugeot Citroën is benefiting from improved availability and cost savings having been supplied with a new fleet of Linde trucks by Linde Creighton in West Bromwich, as part of a £4M contract. The development follow

Laddaw, one of the largest automotive glass wholesalers and distributors in the UK, has installed Linpac Storage Systems racking to solve a storage challenge at a 12,000sq m warehouse and distribution centre to house windscreens, bodyglass

MetaPack is a leading provider of delivery management solutions for retailers wanting to improve fulfilment services while reducing delivery costs. MetaPack’s customers include Boots.com, Camelot, Comet, Mothercare, and Screwfix.

Telford-based Schneider Electrics has reached maximum storage density at its 6,000sq m warehouse extension now that it is using two side-loading Bendi forklifts from Translift Engineering.