Capital Equipment News June 2022

MATERIALS HANDLING

A Linde forklift from Eazi Access.

3-wheel electric forklifts from CFAO Equipment SA are nimble and manoeuvrable, making them perfect for warehouse applications.

Forklifts – ‘warehouse workhorses’ of the materials handling sector

The forklift forms the backbone of logistics operations around the world. Available in an array of models, shapes, sizes and lifting capacities, these ‘warehouse workhorses’ are designed for a wide range of applications in materials handling. This feature discusses the types of forklift, provides pointers for choosing the right forklift for the application at hand, sheds light on purchasing versus rental and highlights some of the ranges available in the South African market. By Mark Botha.

D iscussing the various types of forklift in the market, Mishen Naidoo, engineering/solutions manager at Manitou Southern Africa says industrial forklifts are used mainly in warehouses and for transporting goods on smooth surfaces while rough terrain forklifts are used for outdoor applications, particularly on uneven, rough terrain. “These machines have more powerful engines than their industrial counterparts, so they can reach greater speeds with

Orizen Group stocks an industry-first model known as the ICE series designed to replace diesel forklifts with fully electric lithium powered machines.

Akshay Manchanda, operations head, Orizen Group

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS JUNE2022