New distribution for Hyster Company in South, Southeast U.S.

Briggs International announces proposed acquisition of Hyster Lift Truck assets, facilities from Barloworld Handling

LiftOne announces Hyster® Lift Truck asset acquisition, facility assumption from Barloworld Handling

Manitex International announces record end-of-2011 backlog

January 23: AAR reports increase in weekly rail traffic

Nissan Forklift launches NFCdirect.com, enhanced e-commerce parts portal

Nissan Forklift Corporation produced 200,000th forklift in 2011

Toyota honored by IndustryWeek magazine’s North American best plants competition

BTS Releases Freight Transportation Services Index

January 12: AAR reports decrease in weekly rail traffic

In Memoriam - Bill Hempen

ProBuild names Robert Marchbank CEO

MHIA selects Executive Vice President of Business Development and Operations

Magnetek hires new Automation Systems Application Engineering Specialist

TMHNA President and CEO Malvaso to retire, Wood named successor

Chad Collins appointed Chief Marketing Officer of Accellos

Conveyor Accessories, Inc. introduces new sales manager

Fuel Systems Solutions appoints Troy A. Clarke to Board of Directors

Magnetek hires Radio Controls Business Development Manager

Two new inductees named to the Rental Hall of Fame

January 23: AAR reports increase in weekly rail traffic

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported an increase in weekly rail traffic for the week ending January 14, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 298,560 carloads, up 5.5 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume...

Hella introduces new Power Beam 3000 LED Work Lamp
Provides power, portability in a compact, rugged design

Hella, Inc. , the North American aftermarket subsidiary of automotive lighting and electronics supplier Hella, has released of its new Hella Power Beam 3000 LED Work Lamp. The Hella LED lamp provides an output of 3,000 lumens and requires 43 W of power....

J D Neuhaus supplies their largest crane system ever

The largest crane system constructed to date by J D Neuhaus has been delivered to Westcon Lofteteknikk AS (WCL) of Norway for use on an offshore drilling rig. The semi portal design comprises an A-frame supporting twin overhead horizontal track beams...

January 12: AAR reports decrease in weekly rail traffic

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported a decrease in weekly rail traffic for the week ending January 7, 2012, with U.S. railroads originating 274,862 carloads, down 3.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Intermodal volume...

Con-way Freight named Walmart's 2011 National LTL Carrier of the Year
Retailer honors company with prestigious award for third time in five years

Con-way Freight , a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc., has announced that it has been named by Walmart as its 2011 National LTL Carrier of the Year. Walmart presented the award to Con-way Freight last month at...

Wholesaler looks back at 2011

As a new year begins, Material Handling Wholesaler takes a look back to recognize the top stories of 2011. The stories are ranked according to the number of page views by you, the reader. Thank you for making Material Handling Wholesaler your choice...

Nucor announces plan to close Nuconsteel

Nucor Corporation announced it will exit the business of fabricating light gauge steel framing and therefore will close its Nuconsteel division. Nuconsteel has operations in Denton, Texas, and Dallas, Georgia. Nucor entered the residential and commercial...

AAR reports gains for 2011 rail traffic
Monthly traffic makes record gains

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported gains in 2011 rail traffic compared with last year, with U.S. railroads originating 15.2 million carloads, up 2.2 percent over 2010 and up 9.7 percent over 2009. Total U.S. rail intermodal volume...

MHIA forecasts growth of 8 percent for 2012, 12 percent in 2013

Material handling equipment orders grew an estimated 15.2% in 2011 and are forecasted to grow 8.0% in 2012 and 12.0% in 2013, according to the latest Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing Forecast (MHEM) released by Material Handling Industry of...

A new year brings new warehouse strategies

As we say goodbye to 2011 and start 2012, organizations are reviewing current processes and asking “how can we do this better?” To stay competitive in these tough economic times, companies are looking for solutions that will positively impact...

Cover Story: Maximizing warehouse efficiency in 2012

What will the warehouse of the future look like? That’s tough to predict. What’s certain is, as an emphasis on warehouse efficiency increases in 2012 and beyond, products will be ready to fit that role. When Darryl Heffline broke into...

Aftermarket: I do not understand!

For over 50 years I have been working with equipment dealers in the various industries of farming, construction, industrial, outdoor power, heavy duty trucks, golf and turf, material handling and the lift truck industry. These dealers run from $500,000...

Human Element: It's all about trust

Many of us are frustrated and even angry about the inability of our elected officials to collaborate and compromise. Instead, we have members of both parties competing, refusing to negotiate and even avoiding working toward solutions It tends to erode...

Sales Trends: Question and Answer: Getting the last look

Q. How do I insure that I get the last look in a competitive bid situation? A. This is a question I’m often asked. In a lot of industries, particularly those involved in construction, government purchases and large-volume manufacturing, most...

Nissan Forklift adds new APX Series walkie pallet truck

Nissan Forklift Corporation has added the APX Series to its line of pallet trucks. The APX Advanced AC-Powered Walkie Pallet Truck offers superior maneuverability. The APX pallet truck, rated at 4,000 pounds capacity, is ideal for manufacturing,...

Portable rack scales have pedestal mounted weight indicators

Custom fabricated, portable rack scales that are ideal for weighing pipe, rod, and bar stock that has been cut and ready to move to production or shipping operations are available from Alliance Scale, Inc. Alliance Portable Rack Scales feature...

Hella introduces new Power Beam 3000 LED Work Lamp
Provides power, portability in a compact, rugged design

Hella, Inc. , the North American aftermarket subsidiary of automotive lighting and electronics supplier Hella, has released of its new Hella Power Beam 3000 LED Work Lamp. The Hella LED lamp provides an output of 3,000 lumens and requires 43 W of power....

J D Neuhaus supplies their largest crane system ever

The largest crane system constructed to date by J D Neuhaus has been delivered to Westcon Lofteteknikk AS (WCL) of Norway for use on an offshore drilling rig. The semi portal design comprises an A-frame supporting twin overhead horizontal track beams...

Cascade acquires rights to Wedgelock products

Cascade Corporation has acquired the rights to produce and sell Wedgelock products in North America. Cascade purchased the rights from Norco Attachments of Brownsville, Texas and will produce Wedgelock products in their U.S. factories. Hydraulic...

New Denso AT20B barcode scanner features advanced technology, affordable price

Denso ADC , the Americas sales arm of Denso Wave Incorporated, inventor of the QR Code®, announced a new, AT20B handheld barcode scanner that offers high-speed scanning, user-friendly operation and high durability, yet an affordable price. Denso’s...

Colson's 'Encore' Dolly Caster Line adds selections

Colson Caster Corporation has added new products to its low-cost ‘Encore’ Dolly Caster line.  Requested by Colson customers, the additions include a top-lock brake model in all sizes, an economy rigid model, and the popular, optional...

Stainless steel shaft collars designed for corrosive environments

A full line of 316 stainless steel shaft collars and rigid shaft couplings that resist harsh chemicals, solvents, detergents, and salt water are available from Stafford Manufacturing Corp . Stafford 316 SST Shaft Collars & Couplings are available...

February 2012 Calendar of Events

Here is the calendar of events for the month of February 2012. January 31 - Feburary 2, 2012: NAW Executive Summit | Washington, D.C. February 5 - February 8, 2012: The Rental Show Ernest N. Morial Convention Center |New Orleans,...

March 2012 Calendar of Events

Here is the calendar of events for the month of March 2012. March 9 - March 11, 2012: 2nd China International Construction Machinery Exhibition (CME 2012) China Import and Export Fair· Pazhou ComplexlGuangzhou, China March 13 - March...

April 2012 Calendar of Events

Here is the calendar of events for the month of April 2012. April 26 - April 28, 2012: Inda Warehousing 2012 India Expo CentrerlGreater Noida Delhi NCR

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