Midland Pallet Trucks has added three new pallet trucks to its online store just in time for the seasonal summer shopping rush. The first of the trio of new products is the ERA25-A Easy Roller Pallet Truck. This pump truck features a unique design that breaks the mould and still delivers the goods. One of …
Following recent comments made by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Midland Pallet Trucks is urging businesses to assess their existing manual handling equipment to ensure it matches their operations to minimise worker risks. HSE recently warned employers to think twice before opting for off-the-shelf manual handling training, labelling such options as a waste of …
Over half a million members of Britain’s working population suffered from a work-related musculoskeletal disorder in the year 2016/2017 according to the latest ill health in the workplace statistics from the Health and Safety Executive. In total, this cost employers 8.9 million lost working days. While these figures suggest that more needs to be done, …
The pallet truck industry has grown steadily in recent years and current market research is predicting positive trends over the next three years. Advancements in technology have resulted in a number of developments that promise to improve productivity and decrease long-term operating costs for industry operators. Here are some of the emerging trends to be …
As more companies and warehouses look to increase productivity, improve safety standards and reduce operating costs, more resources are being invested in the advancement of pallet truck technology. More business owners and managers are always looking for efficient and cost-effective solutions which have led to a technological boom in the pallet truck industry. Here is …
As the new financial year approaches, experts in materials handling equipment Midland Pallet Trucks are urging firms in the industry to invest in equipment that can reduce safety risks. According to statistics1 from Health and Safety Executive (HSE), over one in five workplace injuries are caused by lifting and handling, second only to slips, trips, …
As technology improves, companies and warehouses operatives across all industries will be looking for the latest trends and newest releases designed to improve efficiency, reduce risk and decrease costs. The pallet truck market has experienced a boom in recent years with improved design concepts and innovative new solutions. Amongst these new concepts, ride-on pallet trucks …
The advancements in modern technology have had a growing impact on numerous industries and sectors around the world. When it comes to warehouse management and construction, there have been several prolific innovations over the last decade which have given rise to new technologies and software designed to increase overall productivity and improve safety standards. Robotics, …
Ensuring that the safety of your warehouse operatives is prioritised alongside overall efficiency is vital to the success of your business or warehouse. Investing in the latest pallet trucks and cutting-edge technology is sure to improve standards and help your business thrive in the long run but it’s equally as important to invest in the …
The West Midlands materials handling equipment experts, Midland Pallet Trucks launch a stylish new website today following a bumper 2017. The firm, which stocks an extensive selection of pallet trucks for a range of applications, enjoyed a busier than ever year with an influx of new models and products. After making the decision to retire …
Pallet trucks are extremely common in many working scenarios; warehouses, factories and distribution centres all class them as an integral aspect of working life. They speed up the process of transportation, they prevent injuries to staff by effectively doing their heavy lifting for them and they last for years when properly maintained. It is their …
Although pallet trucks require no formal qualifications to operate, and are a relatively simple piece of apparatus, there are still advantages to be gained from encouraging staff to take a pallet truck training course. Training courses are specifically designed to protect employees and prevent injuries through learning the correct use of the equipment. Many of …
