For working in the outdoors, there can be nothing to beat a diesel forklift. Durable and reliable and capable of high power and torque outputs, the diesel forklift is relatively easy to refuel it comes as no surprise that they outnumber the electric and LPG versions all the time at PlantPages. On these pages we do not include the specialist fork lift trucks that are also diesel powered – such as the empty container handler or container reach stackers. These all have their own categories. On these pages you will find diesel forklifts typically in the 2 to 10 tonne capacity range. There is no single market leader in the PlantPages used market – popular manufacturers of diesel forklifts include Caterpillar, Hyster, Kalmar and Linde.
Hyster’s Lower Cost UT Forklift Range now at 7 Tonnes Hyster has launched a new series of IC forklifts with capacities up to seven tonnes to help carry out straightforward operations while keeping costs low and productivity high. The Hyster H4.0-5.0UT and H5.0-7.0UT6 forklifts are a versatile addition to the existing range of UT electric and IC lift trucks and warehouse equipment. This series is well suited to operations seeking lift trucks that are easy-to-use, with a low cost of ownership at lower operating hours. “These lift trucks are ideal for less arduous tasks,” says Eva Nachtergaele, Solutions Manager EMEA…>
Hyster has published a new whitepaper exploring the factors influencing forklift selection across tough industries. The new eBook, titled ‘Top Trends Influencing Your Industrial Forklift Selection’, considers how the needs of different stakeholders across a demanding materials handling operation may drive lift truck specification. “With a challenging labour market, the voice of the operator is louder than ever. Selecting lift trucks that deliver on comfort, intuitive use, and visibility for the operator is becoming an essential,” says Robert O’Donoghue, VP Marketing and Solutions EMEA for Hyster. “In the harshest environments, ergonomics plays an important role in keeping operators happy and…>
Hyster has introduced new engine fuelling options which enables its Big Trucks and A Series IC forklifts to use HVO 100 (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) according to the EN15940 standard. In addition, the H2.0-3.5A A Series lift trucks can use GTL (Gas to Liquid) and BtL (Biomass to Liquid) fuels. These alternatives to diesel may help reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90%, supporting businesses in lowering their carbon footprint. “While electrification of higher capacity lift trucks is moving forward, it is not yet the right solution for every application,” explains Rob Maris, Product Strategy Manager Big Trucks for Hyster Europe.…>
The new H8-18XD series of Hyster Big Trucks features Stage V engines and delivers low running costs in terms of fuel and AdBlue® consumption, with no compromise on performance or durability. “We are constantly evolving our range of Hyster solutions, according to technological developments, changes in legislation, and above all, our customers’ needs,” says Jan-Willem van den Brand, Direct Global Market Development Big Trucks. “Customers can expect high uptime and low TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) in demanding applications where cost pressures are having a big impact.” Tyre repair and replacement is in fact the second largest cost for most…>