Hopefully the worst is behind the materials handling sector. The latest forecasts from the likes of manufacturing giant KION are pointing to significant improvements in 2023. In its latest results report, KION notes “the positive price effects” (in other words, good retail prices for its machines) and assumes that manufacturing costs for new business will remain largely stable. Similarly, French equipment maker Manitou is flagging revenue growth of around 20% in 2023. The manufacturer concedes that supply chain pressures are eroding earnings but remains confident about the second half of the year. While many of the pressures which impacted on commerce and industry over the past 12 months persist, it seems that manufacturers are finding new ways to deal with the challenges – and that their markets are holding up despite inflationary pressures, according to Forklift Action.
This article was first published in the April 1st 2023 issue of Warehouse & Logistics News, subscribe to the magazine by clicking here.
Materials handling equipment manufacturer Yale revealed a re-brand in March 2023, changing its business name to ‘Yale Lift Truck Technologies’ and introduced a new logo. “Our new brand is a commitment to being a focused player in the warehouse market,” comments Robert O’Donoghue, Vice President Marketing and Solutions EMEA, from Yale Lift Truck Technologies. “This evolution is evidence of our dedication to meeting the needs of our customers.”
Clark has launched a new low-lift pallet truck for light transport tasks. The vehicle with the model designation LWio15 has a load capacity of 1500 kg and is suitable for short distances in goods distribution, production or in the warehouse. The vehicle is equipped with a long-lasting and powerful Li-Ion battery, which makes the LWio15 a reliable helper in industry, trade and logistics.
Recommendations, advice and solutions with regard to upcoming investments – this is what visitors to the LogiMAT trade show can expect to find at a total of three exhibition areas of Linde Material Handling (MH). In keeping with the motto “Green Performance”, the focus this year will be on the topics of energy and sustainability. From April 25 to 27, solution provider Linde MH will be presenting its extensive range of industrial trucks and software as well as consulting and other services on a total of 552 square meters throughout various areas in Hall 10 (Booths B21 and B17) of the Stuttgart trade fair grounds.
Toyota Material Handling Europe will be part of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, the company has announced. Under its worldwide partnership with the Games, the company will supply material handling equipment to power smart and sustainable operations in Paris. The partnership will make full use of Toyota Material Handling Europe’s existing range – including counterbalance trucks, powered pallet trucks and powered stackers using a combination of electric and fuel cell technology – as well as newly released models.
It is refreshing to see the fork lift sector moving forward into a brighter future
George Simpson
Features Editor
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