Articles

Trends in Material Handling

Every materials handling operation comes with its challenges. Discover how these solutions from Hyster® can help with your challenging forklift applications.

ARTICLES

POWER AND ELECTRIFICATION

TOP FIVE QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE PURSUING INDOOR FORKLIFT ELECTRIFICATION

TOP FIVE QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE PURSUING INDOOR FORKLIFT ELECTRIFICATION

Electric motive power is increasingly popular among high-intensity operations, and electric options for forklifts are no longer limited to lead-acid batteries. The opportunity is there, but what should you know about electrification of indoor forklift applications?

READ THE WHITEPAPER

HYDROGEN FUEL CELLS POWER ROUND-THE-CLOCK MANUFACTURING PRODUCTIVITY

HYDROGEN FUEL CELLS POWER ROUND-THE-CLOCK MANUFACTURING PRODUCTIVITY

From automotive and aerospace to textiles, filtration systems and more, manufacturing depends on maximizing efficiency at every level to succeed in a competitive global marketplace.

READ WHITE PAPER

IS HYDROGEN RIGHT FOR YOUR CONTAINER HANDLING OPERATION?

IS HYDROGEN RIGHT FOR YOUR CONTAINER HANDLING OPERATION?

Your port terminal operation is going electric. The main question: How? There are plenty of power options, including hydrogen fuel cells. This white paper examines how they compare to other electric options and how you can evaluate whether they’re the right fit for your operation.

READ THE PAPER

BRINGING BIG TRUCKS INTO THE ELECTRIC AGE

BRINGING BIG TRUCKS INTO THE ELECTRIC AGE

As the drive to reduce emissions continues, power technologies are enabling the shift to electrification for a greater range of capacities and applications - more than ever before. This white paper examines the landscape of electric power for heavy-duty operations and the practical advantages it can provide.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

DELIVERING CLEAN POWER AND PERFORMANCE TO PORTS

DELIVERING CLEAN POWER AND PERFORMANCE TO PORTS

California’s climate commitment to deriving 50% of the state’s electricity from renewable resources by 2030 is impacting ports along the West Coast. It’s a bold move, but it’s achievable if technology and the infrastructure to support and charge it come together.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

ADOPTING HYDROGEN FUEL CELL-POWERED LIFT TRUCKS MAKES FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL SENSE

ADOPTING HYDROGEN FUEL CELL-POWERED LIFT TRUCKS MAKES FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL SENSE

What if your materials handling operation could achieve higher operational productivity, eliminate cumbersome battery charging infrastructure and deliver consistently high performance? It may be possible with lift trucks powered by hydrogen fuel cells.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

HYDROGEN FUEL CELLS – DISPELLING COMMON MYTHS

HYDROGEN FUEL CELLS – DISPELLING COMMON MYTHS

Today’s telematics and fleet management tools allow lift truck owners to accurately monitor and measure truck data to make operational decisions that improve maintenance, reduce energy cost and maximize operator productivity—all resulting in a lower total cost of ownership.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

7 FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING YOUR IDEAL POWER SOURCE

7 FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING YOUR IDEAL POWER SOURCE

Forklifts have more power source options today than ever. With so many choices available, it’s a perfect time to reconsider if you’re using the right ones.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

RETHINK YOUR LIFT TRUCK POWER

RETHINK YOUR LIFT TRUCK POWER

Although they’re not often top of mind, forklift power sources affect your operations every day because the lift trucks they power are responsible for delivering parts and materials throughout your facility and moving final products out. These are bookend functions that keep your operation moving.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

ARTICLES

HIGH-CAPACITY MATERIALS HANDLING - BIG TRUCKS

IS HYDROGEN RIGHT FOR YOUR CONTAINER HANDLING OPERATION?

IS HYDROGEN RIGHT FOR YOUR CONTAINER HANDLING OPERATION?

Your port terminal operation is going electric. The main question: How? There are plenty of power options, including hydrogen fuel cells. This white paper examines how they compare to other electric options and how you can evaluate whether they’re the right fit for your operation.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

BOOST CONTAINER HANDLING CAPACITY AND THROUGHPUT

BOOST CONTAINER HANDLING CAPACITY AND THROUGHPUT

As space and congestion concerns grow, ports are under pressure to move more containers, more efficiently. This white paper examines how double container handling can boost productivity and capacity, increasing throughput by up to 30%.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

BRINGING BIG TRUCKS INTO THE ELECTRIC AGE

BRINGING BIG TRUCKS INTO THE ELECTRIC AGE

As the drive to reduce emissions continues, power technologies are enabling the shift to electrification for a greater range of capacities and applications - more than ever before. This white paper examines the landscape of electric power for heavy-duty operations and the practical advantages it can provide.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

UPTIME: 5 STEPS TO KEEP CONTAINER HANDLING MOVING

UPTIME: 5 STEPS TO KEEP CONTAINER HANDLING MOVING

Do you have a plan if container handling equipment suddenly fails? Have you taken steps to make sure your operation is not caught unprepared? Are you taking steps to reduce the risk of failure to begin with?

READ THE WHITEPAPER

FAST-TRACKING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO MEET METALS AND STEEL INDUSTRY CHALLENGES

FAST-TRACKING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO MEET METALS AND STEEL INDUSTRY CHALLENGES

The metals industry plays a fundamental role in the growth and development of major industries and the greater global economy. Accounting for more than 90% of metals production, steel and aluminum are the backbone of industrial value creation.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

DELIVERING CLEAN POWER AND PERFORMANCE TO PORTS

DELIVERING CLEAN POWER AND PERFORMANCE TO PORTS

California’s climate commitment to deriving 50% of the state’s electricity from renewable resources by 2030 is impacting ports along the West Coast. It’s a bold move, but it’s achievable if technology and the infrastructure to support and charge it come together.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

IMPROVING STEEL DISTRIBUTION EFFICIENCY

IMPROVING STEEL DISTRIBUTION EFFICIENCY

The steel industry is evolving, with mills serving demand for product in a variety of shapes and sizes, often making investments to adjust production lines for greater depth and diameter. But production is only part of the equation - the material handling equipment, processes and labor used to move steel products to storage and out for distribution can be a source of costly inefficiency or competitive advantage.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

ARTICLES

FINANCE/FLEET MANAGEMENT

Planned Maintenance, the Key to Peak Performance

Planned Maintenance, the Key to Peak Performance

Planned maintenance is the key to keeping your equipment—and your operation—running at peak productivity. Following a program that is tailored to your equipment, the way it is used, and the environment in which it operates, you can cut 10% - 40% off your total maintenance costs.

VIEW GUIDE

The purchasing manager’s guide

The purchasing manager’s guide

Do you really know what matters to operators, operations managers and service teams? See what they want you to know about forklift selection.

VIEW GUIDE

Q&A: LIFT TRUCK FINANCE AND LEASING OPTIONS

Q&A: LIFT TRUCK FINANCE AND LEASING OPTIONS

With so many choices for procuring and using lift trucks, many questions emerge as businesses sift through each option to evaluate which is right for them. See common questions related to lift truck leasing to get a better understanding of what leasing options look like.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

WATCH OUT! SIX LIFT TRUCK LEASING TRAPS

WATCH OUT! SIX LIFT TRUCK LEASING TRAPS

Sometimes, the true cost of leasing equipment isn’t as straightforward as you might think. Save money by avoiding these six common hidden fees.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

CUT THE FAT FROM YOUR FORKLIFT FLEET

CUT THE FAT FROM YOUR FORKLIFT FLEET

Optimizing your lift truck fleet according to business requirements can help protect slim margins and maximize productivity. This white paper examines the value of a fleet management program and how to evaluate it for ongoing success.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

ROBOTS REDUCE OPERATING COSTS FAQ

ROBOTS REDUCE OPERATING COSTS FAQ

The consistency and productivity advantages of robotics are typically well understood, but the cost savings are not always as obvious. Over the long term, robotic lift trucks can actually help lower operating costs.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

CUT TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP BY MONITORING OPERATIONAL DATA

CUT TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP BY MONITORING OPERATIONAL DATA

Plant operations are complicated, requiring a nearly limitless number of moving parts to work together seamlessly. Especially in large fleets, fleet managers don’t have the ability to oversee operational details for individual trucks.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

ARTICLES

SAFETY INNOVATIONS

THREE LAYERS OF FORKLIFT SAFETY

THREE LAYERS OF FORKLIFT SAFETY

There’s not a singular solution for forklift safety - to help reduce the risk of injuries and increase uptime, operations must take a multi-faceted approach. Find out how your operation can leverage a comprehensive forklift safety strategy, and why it’s nonnegotiable in high-intensity applications.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

7 WAYS YOU CAN BENEFIT FROM HYSTER REACTION

7 WAYS YOU CAN BENEFIT FROM HYSTER REACTION

Not sure how operator assist technology, when used with proper training, can help your facility address operational risks? Click the videos in this interactive flyer to see seven examples of Hyster Reaction™ in action.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

BEST APPLICATIONS TO AUTOMATE IN MANUFACTURING

BEST APPLICATIONS TO AUTOMATE IN MANUFACTURING

This infographic provides a view of what manufacturing tasks are best suited for automation with robotic lift trucks, including what models and capabilities match up best with common movements.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

MOBILE ROBOTICS AND SAFETY: BUILDING A BETTER WORK ENVIRONMENT

MOBILE ROBOTICS AND SAFETY: BUILDING A BETTER WORK ENVIRONMENT

Robotics are past the awareness stage. From horizontal transportation to storing and retrieving pallet loads at height, increasingly capable robotic solutions are becoming regular fixtures at manufacturing and automation events, and in trade and business publications across the globe.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

BACK TO BUSINESS: FORKLIFT TRUCK SAFETY IN THE ERA OF COVID-19

BACK TO BUSINESS: FORKLIFT TRUCK SAFETY IN THE ERA OF COVID-19

In a matter of weeks, the world changed. Sports leagues came to an abrupt halt, schools closed and businesses shutdown across the country. The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and efforts to flatten the curve and combat the spread left only select, essential businesses open to provide critical supplies and services.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

SAFETY INNOVATIONS FOR CONSTANTLY EVOLVING OPERATIONS

SAFETY INNOVATIONS FOR CONSTANTLY EVOLVING OPERATIONS

Operations managers must carefully evaluate the technologies available to determine which are most suitable for their operations, lift trucks and employees. After all, safety is a true team effort.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

ARTICLES

OTHER RESOURCES

YOUR JUST-IN-TIME OPERATION IS EFFICIENT, BUT IS IT RESILIENT?

YOUR JUST-IN-TIME OPERATION IS EFFICIENT, BUT IS IT RESILIENT?

This white paper examines how industrial trucks can support lean, just-in-time strategies, helping manufacturers manage supply chains for maximum efficiency and resiliency.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

Trends affecting industrial forklift selection

Trends affecting industrial forklift selection

Forklift needs vary by industry, application and stakeholder. When acquiring lift trucks, consider these key factors.

READ THE WHITEPAPER

Industry Solutions

Product Selector