Forklifts and their operators are often viewed as the lifeblood of many industrial spaces. For several decades’ forklifts have been a common sight in most warehouses and industrial spaces. They have always been relied upon as strong workhorses, moving materials quickly around a variety of sites. From unloading delivery trucks to moving goods from the production area ready for shipping, forklifts are used in almost every industrial situation. However, the traditional forklifts we know are being transformed with some major changes. The latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI), computer vision, robotics and automation are all contributing to the design of new-self driving forklifts, stackers and pallet trucks. With such drastic changes and new capabilities, many people are wondering whether self-driving forklifts could eventually replace people, by making humans obsolete. This article will provide you with an insight into self-driving forklifts and our predictions for the place they have in our manufacturing future.

If you’re interested in having a career as a forklift truck operator, then you’ll need to pass a training course. As a legal requirement in the UK, forklift drivers must have at least basic operator qualifications. Without this, you will be unable to find employment within the forklift truck sector.

Getting your forklift serviced might seem like a drag – you'll need to schedule in downtime during which the truck can't be used for work, and you'll need to cover the cost of a technician to carry out the service – but it's an essential part of keeping your forklift in good working order. Regular servicing reduces the risk of your forklift breaking down, and the risk of costly emergency repairs. So what exactly does a forklift service entail? Here's your guide to everything you need to know about servicing.

Looking after your forklift between services should be a number one priority in your machinery management programme. It’s easy to rest on your laurels after services, but machinery maintenance is more than an occasional job. Between checks, carrying out regular monitoring is important to protect your forklifts for long term use.

Operating a forklift truck can be a tricky operation at the best of times, but factor in bad winter weather and the task can become not only difficult but dangerous. The United Kingdom is no stranger to poor weather over the winter months, and as the high winds and rains of autumn turn into freezing temperatures and ice, you need to do everything you can to stay safe whilst operating your forklift.

Doosan Corporation Industrial Vehicle (DIV) have announced exciting plans for a new generation of artificially intelligent forklift trucks. The material handling equipment unit of the Doosan Group, which is located in South Korea, is hoping these high-tech forklifts will raise the bar when it comes to heavy duty work.

When it comes to picking the best forklift for your future project, the primary choice you'll have to make is exactly what kind you need; electric, or engine-powered? Depending on your needs, or the type of project you're working on, one model might fit your needs far better than the other. So when it comes to choosing the right forklift for you, what does the electric counterbalance have going for it that an engine model doesn't?

About the job:

Working in our purpose built work shop you will be responsible for the repair, maintenance and servicing of our customer trucks as well as maintaining our fleet of hire trucks. This is a varied role and is extremely fast paced so it is essential that you are able to fault find and use your own initiative, a minimum of three years experience is essential, either working on forklift trucks or heavy plant machinery. You need to be a good communicator and able to work both independently and as part of a team, updating the workshop manager on progress and estimated finish times. Health and safety awareness is a major factor in this role as we are working on large, heavy machines on a daily basis. You will be responsible for finishing any works on time and within the number of allocated hours or informing the workshop manager if there are additional issues so that the customer can be notified and agree the additional costs. Filling in hand written worksheets and time sheets are also a part of this role as well as strong communication skills and good time keeping. Hours are around 40 per week with the option to do additional overtime as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Brimpton Common, Reading.

If you are interested in the role, please send your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]

Everyone knows the importance of regular car maintenance and the need to have our cars regularly serviced. But what about the forklift? Do you need to have your forklift serviced? The answer is yes. Regular servicing ensures safe working practice and that your forklift is as up to date as it can possibly be. Any hidden faults could not only be dangerous and cost lives, but they could also cost you money, or even your business. Below we examine in more detail the many reasons why it is important to have your forklift regularly serviced.

Business across the world from retailers to builders rely on forklift trucks to run their companies smoothly every day, making tasks like moving stock and storing items much easier. If your business is growing, and you find yourself looking for a solution to help you manage your stock more effectively, it may be tempting to buy a forklift truck outright – but here are some reasons why hiring may prove to be a better option in the long term.