Fork lift innovation

Clark presented the new Crossover series at LogiMAT 2025 in Stuttgart. The Crossover models combine the advantages of environmentally friendly electric forklift trucks with the versatility and robustness of traditional diesel and LPG forklift trucks. Clark is thus setting new standards in material handling, especially for intensive indoor and outdoor applications.

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The UKMHA has announced that the Archies 2025 will be held during IMHX on Wednesday 10 September 2025 at the Vox Conference Centre. Connecting suppliers with in-market buyers, IMHX draws tens of thousands of visitors. With a rich history spanning three decades, the Archies is the leading event for celebrating excellence along with recognising the achievements of the people, teams and innovative solutions that drive the UK’s dynamic material handling and intralogistics sector to new heights.

Yale Lift Truck Technologies is introducing the Yale® ERP2.0-3.5MXLG electric counterbalance forklift, powered by lithium-ion batteries, to the Asia Pacific market. Well-suited for a variety of logistics and warehouse operations, this new solution is designed to help businesses address rising costs and meet sustainability objectives, while providing the reliability and flexibility required for both indoor and outdoor use. With load capacities ranging from 2 to 3.5 tonnes, this electric series is designed to help businesses minimise capital expenditure and reduce total cost of ownership (TCO).

As part of Engineers Week, Combilift opened its doors to local schools in an initiative aimed at promoting STEM education and announced that the Regional VEX Robotics championships will be held within the company’s headquarters, with winners getting a chance to qualify in the world championships. Combilift, a global leader in innovative material-handling solutions, is dedicated to supporting STEM education and nurturing the future workforce. By hosting this event, the company aims to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry applications, encouraging students to explore careers in engineering and technology.

Hyster has announced an expanded lineup of high-capacity electric forklifts that offer the configurability to match a range of heavy-duty applications. The integrated lithium-ion battery power of the Hyster® J10-18XD series provides the performance and rugged reliability required by demanding environments, while offering a -zero-emission alternative to internal combustion engine (ICE) power. The J10-18XD series is available with a range of battery sizes to match duty cycle and charging requirements, configurable up to 280kW.

It’s excellent to witness the breadth of innovation within the fork lift sector, keeping goods moving through the supply chain.The post Fork lift innovation first appeared on Warehouse & Logistics News.