The Port of Oxelösund is located about 100km south of Stockholm, Sweden. Metal coils arrive at the port by train from Borlänge, which are then unloaded with the crane, and the forklifts drive out to pick up the coils. When a ship comes in, the Port’s operators must then transport the metal coils to the […]
Hyster® Short Term Hire Solutions for Food Applications
Do you struggle to cope with increased demand and unexpected or seasonal busy periods? Most businesses in the food industry experience peaks in activity or exceptional events at some stage that demand extra materials handling equipment for relatively short periods of time. Your local Hyster® dealer is well positioned to react to situations quickly in […]
A New Hyster® Alternative to Hand Pallet Trucks
If you’re currently using hand pallet trucks in your warehouse, switching to the new Hyster® PC1.5 ultra-compact lithium-ion pallet trucks can bring greater efficiency. Here are four reasons why. 1. Lithium-ion delivers power Simple to use, the new pallet trucks, powered by a lithium-ion battery, offer significant benefits to the operator compared to a hand […]
Does the Future Belong to Lithium-ion Forklifts?
Electric forklifts with lithium-ion batteries are becoming popular and for demanding applications and multi-shift operations, they may be best choice. For this reason, a wide selection of Hyster® lift trucks and warehouse equipment are already available equipped with lithium-ion batteries. Fast charging forklifts Due to fast charging times and the possibility for opportunity charging, lithium-ion […]
A Quick Guide to Forklift Tyres
Forklift tyres do far more than just help the truck travel from A to B. Lift truck tyres transmit the torque of the lift truck to the ground, helping to provide the necessary stability for movement. With such an important role to play, it’s important to select the right type of tyre for the needs […]
Hyster® Rental Lift Trucks for Today’s Beverage Industry
Is your beverage manufacturing or 3PL operation experiencing unexpected peaks? Don’t worry! We have you covered with rental equipment from your local Hyster® dealer for today’s challenging circumstances and rising demands. Scale your beverage handling fleet Many beverage industry businesses may require extra materials handling equipment. Our network of Hyster® dealers has wide variety of […]
Forklift Trend: Lift Trucks for Lower Intensity Operations
Companies are increasingly paying attention to cost when buying forklift trucks, not only as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. When purchasing a new truck, businesses are considering exactly which type of truck is really needed and are increasingly choosing cost-effective forklift trucks and warehouse equipment for simple applications. Choosing the right truck is a […]
7 Facts About Used Hyster® Forklifts
Demand for quality used and refurbished lift trucks has never been stronger, and demand is expected to grow as we exit the current crisis and firms give serious consideration to their cost outlays. Here are seven facts about used Hyster® forklifts and why they might be the right choice for your application. 1. They are […]
Why Choose a Hyster Big Truck for Your Port or Terminal Operations
In port and terminal operations having trucks that ensure goods can be moved in volume and in time is key. For instance, with the advent of mega vessels carrying in excess of 23000 TEU, an enormous amount of activity results in the terminal. Also, in the current climate, having a productive fleet may help to […]
100% Charge in 80 Minutes! New Hyster® 7-9 Tonne Lithium-ion Lift Trucks
Have you seen our new Hyster® J7.0–9.0XNL forklift series with fully integrated lithium-ion batteries which can achieve 100% charge in just 80 minutes? The new electric Hyster® lift trucks have 7 – 9-tonne lift capacity, high voltage lithium-ion batteries and the endurance to support three shift operations in demanding industrial applications such as: 1. Paper […]
Would an Electric Reachstacker Be Right for You?
In 2019, Hyster announced that the first Hyster® ReachStacker with a hydrogen fuel cell is being developed for the Port of Valencia, making it the first port in Europe to incorporate hydrogen energy in its operations. But what are the potential challenges involved with implementing fully electric equipment at terminals? Providing enough energy Creating electric […]
3 Ways to Use a Hyster UT Platform Stacker Truck in Logistics
The Hyster® UT series of lift trucks and warehouse equipment was recently introduced. Extending the range of options available to logistics materials handling applications. These trucks are easy to use, simple to maintain and bring reliability to operations. If you’re a logistics operation, here are 3 ways you could use a Hyster® S1.5UT S Platform […]