Quality runs through every aspect of the design, manufacture, and delivery of all Hyster® products, which is particularly important when handing heavy metals. From concept to launch, every new Hyster® forklift truck follows a carefully structured development process and prototype trucks are proven in application before going into production. For demanding handling operations in the steel […]
Quality Hyster® trucks: Made in Europe
Across three major manufacturing locations in Northern Ireland, Italy and the Netherlands, quality Hyster® trucks, from warehouse equipment to container handlers, are being made in Europe. Hyster® Company uses global expertise and resources to ensure that all components are produced and all trucks are assembled to the same worldwide quality standards. While each site across […]
Extensive test cycle ensures quality for Hyster big trucks
How does Hyster test its equipment in the factory before sending it into a live application environment for practical testing? At the factory in Nijmegen, The Netherlands, where Hyster® Big Trucks are developed, one way is by using carefully selected test and measurement equipment during extensive testing cycles. Hyster® Big Trucks, including high capacity forklift […]
11 ways to optimise materials handling operations with telematics
Optimising materials handling operations relies on knowing what trucks and operators are doing and how they are performing, from individual trucks to the entire fleet. The Hyster Tracker telematics solution has been developed to enable applications to monitor performance in real time via Wireless Asset Management. This helps keep operations on track, helps mitigate risk, […]
4 ways to improve the view on a Hyster counterbalance truck
Even with the best counterbalance forklift truck, the optimum warehouse layout and the most experienced forklift operators, efficiency in applications can be reduced if the driver has a limited view of the fork position, load or the working surroundings. Hyster camera solutions from Orlaco can provide greater visibility, helping applications improve efficiency and operator comfort […]
Tracking mixed lift truck fleets
Whether your application tackles its challenges with electric, LPG or diesel powered lift trucks, or a mix of all three, the Hyster® Tracker telematics system can help to effectively manage your operation. Hyster® Tracker is an accurate fleet management system, providing a balance of information and simplicity to help materials handling operations by highlighting opportunities for […]
Hyster and Trimble: Working together for weighing solutions
To support port, terminal and intermodal freight operations with weight verification, Hyster is working in cooperation with Trimble, a leading global provider of onboard weighing solutions for a wide range of applications that maximise productivity. In order to meet recently introduced Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) requirements, container handling applications now need to provide […]
3 Ways to weigh with your Hyster forklift
Mobile scales provide a great solution for applications that need to accurately weigh the loads they are handling with a Hyster® truck, allowing operations to weigh during transport. As applications no longer need to transport every load to a static scale for weighing, this saves valuable time, space and manpower. There are many Ravas mobile […]
ATEX compliant forklifts and chemical waste management
The risk of explosion is continuous in the highly regulated chemical waste management industry. It can be a tough, dirty and challenging environment for lift trucks operating on these sites, and for the operators. David Reeve, Industry Manager, explains how Hyster supports these businesses with exactly what they need. Most chemical waste management sites will […]
Made in Italia – Hyster warehouse trucks
Storage capacity in warehouses is often in short supply, making having the right materials handling equipment vital for efficient, productive operations and maximum uptime. To help applications maximise every square metre, a number of reliable yet compact Hyster® warehouse trucks are available. From VNA machines, Reach Trucks and High, Medium and Low Level Order Pickers, […]
Will your space saving ideas work? Warehouse simulation has the answer
You may think Hyster has re-made the popular 1980’s video for Dire Straits – Money For Nothing with this header image, but we’re sorry to disappoint! It’s merely a fantastic simulator we can program to show you how your warehouse could benefit from Hyster equipment. You may have some great ideas for saving space in […]
Two Hyster solutions shortlisted for FLTA awards
Two innovative Hyster products have been announced as finalists for the UK’s FLTA (Fork Lift Truck Association) Awards 2017. With zero emissions and advanced energy efficiency, the Hyster® J8.0XN Lithium Ion powered electric forklift has been shortlisted for the ‘Environment’ category at the awards. This truck represents a significant advance in the energy efficiency of […]