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Bobcat recognizes material handling dealers for superior performance
The brand's top lift truck dealers recognized based on sales, volume and other dealer engagement metrics

Big Lift expands forklift enterprise with the acquisition of ePicker  
Big Lift LLC (Booth C6085) has acquired ePicker (B2427), a fast-growing materials handling equipment provider.

EnerSys showcases IP54-rated charger
During a Tuesday press conference, EnerSys (Booth B8032) discussed its recently launched NexSys+ Outdoor charger.

Raymond showcases its interconnected intralogistics ecosystem  
The Raymond Corporation (Booth B5406) will showcase its end-to-endless intralogistics solutions and materials handling products at Modex, where attendees are invited to come experience the company’s complete line of intralogistics solutions.

Big Joe extends opportunities with EP North America
Big Joe Forklifts (Booth C6085) is showcasing its innovative materials handling equipment at Modex.

Yale Lift Truck Technologies debuts expanded operator assist solutions
Yale Lift Truck Technologies (Booth B3810) announces the availability of its Yale Reliant forklift operator assist solution on an additional 16 Yale models.

Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas announces recipient of the Cat Lift Trucks Scholarship
This year's $5,000 scholarship winner is Cardin Tuan Kiet Tran, a high school senior at Davis High School in Houston. Over the past two decades, the Cat Lift Trucks Scholarship Program has awarded $145,000 in educational assistance to 29 Houston area students.

Toyota Material Handling North America to open energy storage solutions R&D center
The new R&D center in Henrietta, New York, will see TMHNA, which is comprised of Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation, collaborate with Rochester area energy storage resources to further support its own and Toyota Industries’ advanced energy solutions technology efforts, including lithium-ion batteries and fuel cells.

Lift truck batteries get a jolt
That’s a good thing. Lithium-ion batteries are well past the early adopter stage as they make notable inroads on lead acid. Here’s a look at the reasons why.

Sensor-enabled lift truck attachments as time savers
Essential attachments like clamps are leveraging built-in sensors to save time for operators while protecting from incidents or product damage.

Digitally assisted forklifts brew up safer production facilities
Bottles move fast through Switzerland’s largest brewery, making safety a top priority for Feldschlösschen. By retrofitting their forklifts with digital safety systems, the brewery aims to eliminate all safety related incidents by 2030

GRI appoints Barry Guildford as its Global Commercial Director
Global specialty tire provider brings in Guildford to drive commercial strategy.

Brett Wood enters second term as board chair of the Industrial Truck Association
Wood’s new term as ITA's board chair became effective on January 1, 2024. He is expected to spearhead strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the industry and impact of the association.

Big Lift LLC acquires ePicker LLC
Big Lift, the North American subsidiary of lift truck company EP Equipment, will rebrand ePicker as EP to capitalize on its parent company's global brand reputation.

Flux Power appoints Kevin Royal as CFO
Veteran financial leader to Fortune 500 tech companies to lead next phase of growth for lithium-ion battery company.

Cat Lift Trucks marks 20 consecutive years as lift truck provider for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
As the Official Lift Truck Provider, Cat Lift Trucks, along with Darr Equipment Co., provide over 140 Cat lift trucks to ensure seamless operation from setup to tear down throughout the 300-acre complex.

Top 5 Tips to Maximize Forklift Tire Safety and Efficiency
Maximize Forklift Safety & Efficiency: Discover the top 5 tips with MAXAM Tire. Don't miss this exclusive webinar for maintenance managers!

Forklifts Group opens new headquarters
Forklifts Group is comprised of full-service dealerships located in Columbus, Ohio, Toledo, Ohio and New York, New York.

Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas honors UniCarriers Forklift’s Premier Club Winners for 2023
Each year, the Premier Club program identifies the top 10 UniCarriers Forklift dealers throughout the Americas that embody the brand's core values.

Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas names 2024’s Dealers Of Excellence
Program recognizes top dealers of Cat Lift Trucks, Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks and Jungheinrich products across North America.


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