Whether we buy them to show our feelings for someone special, or simply to brighten our surroundings, flowers bring joy into our world. But do we appreciate the huge challenges posed by flower logistics? When a flower is picked it starts to deteriorate. In that respect, flowers are perishable goods...
How do you protect your greatest materials handling assets? By that we mean your people, not your machines. Find out what an electric forklift truck can do to keep your workforce healthy and safe. Forklift trucks are becoming smarter and more sophisticated – but they will never be as smart and...
A warehouse is a hectic place at the best of times, with lots of people, vehicles and equipment constantly on the go – taking in stock, fulfilling orders and delivering them out to customers. If a warehouse is not well organised, it can disrupt the operational flow and efficiency of the supply chain...
Lead-Acid batteries have been around for about 140 years but now they have got strong competition from modern Li-ion technology. Both traditional lead-acid and lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are used to power forklift trucks in materials handling operations. Nowadays, our Cat® electric forklifts and...
In 2021 we saw several trends for the materials handling and logistics industry accelerate in response to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic changing people’s lifestyles and shopping habits, as well as an increasing spotlight on environmental issues. So, it will be interesting to see what 2022 will...
Safety in the workplace should always be a priority for Forklift Operators and Warehouse Managers. However, as winter sets in and we face harsher and wetter operating conditions, materials handling professionals may experience additional safety challenges that must be addressed. Firstly, consider...
VNA applications are known for their narrow stacking aisles (typically between 1,500 mm and 1,800 mm) but they have many more benefits. Some of these include: Increased storage capacity and better space utilisation Greater lift heights than wide aisle solutions Reduces need for off-site/external...
Mount Elbrus (Greater Caucasus, Russia) is a double-headed extinct volcano. The highest point - Western peak - rising 5642 m above sea level. That was the endpoint of our team’s route. The summit ascent of the Western peak is a dangerous task. Moreover, it is a great challenge, demanding...
Future factories and materials handling machinery In a article for Eureka, the online magazine for the materials handling professional, Ruari McCallion investigates how the development of artificial intelligence and the need for sustainability will strongly influence the design and layout of future...
It’s not often you see traditional forklifts on construction sites. You’re more likely to find telescopic handlers or other types of trucks that are designed to handle rough terrains and difficult weather conditions. But forklift trucks are still crucial to the construction industry. They are the...
