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MODEX 2026: UgoWork UL-listed lithium-ion batteries approved for KION equipment

UgoWork unveiled its new AI fleet intelligence capabilities at MODEX, and announced its UL-listed lithium-ion battery systems are approved for use in Linde material handling equipment.
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Yale pedestrian awareness camera wins GOOD DESIGN Award

Yale Lift Truck Technologies’ Reliant pedestrian camera won a GOOD DESIGN industrial award, marking the third consecutive year the Reliant product line has been recognized.

MODEX 2026: UgoWork UL-listed lithium-ion batteries approved for KION equipment

April 16, 2026 · UgoWork unveiled its new AI fleet intelligence capabilities at MODEX, and announced its UL-listed lithium-ion battery systems are approved for use in Linde material handling equipment.

Yale pedestrian awareness camera wins GOOD DESIGN Award

March 26, 2026 · Yale Lift Truck Technologies’ Reliant pedestrian camera won a GOOD DESIGN industrial award, marking the third consecutive year the Reliant product line has been recognized.

Hyster launches pedestrian detection event dashboard

March 20, 2026 · Hyster’s pedestrian detection event dashboard uses data from the Hyster Reaction pedestrian awareness camera system to track pedestrians near lift trucks indoors and outdoors.

2025 Lift Truck User Survey: Key trends in fleet management, acquisition and electric truck adoption

August 1, 2025 · The 2025 Lift Truck Usage and Acquisition Survey offers valuable insights into the evolving lift truck landscape. Key findings include the steady age of trucks in fleets (8 to 9 years), the growing reliance on leased trucks (over 50%), and a significant increase in lift truck expenditures,…

Lift Truck Series: Top workflows for autonomous lift trucks

August 1, 2025 · Autonomous lift trucks are revolutionizing warehouse workflows by enhancing productivity and operational efficiency without increasing labor costs. Advancements in sensor technology, AI, and computing power enable these autonomous vehicles to navigate dynamic environments and collaborate with…

Power Shift: 8 ways smarter batteries can reshape warehouse operations

August 1, 2025 · Warehouse operators are increasingly turning to smarter battery solutions to maximize productivity and minimize downtime. Lithium-ion batteries have emerged as the clear winner over traditional lead-acid, offering longer lifespans, efficiency, and lower total cost of ownership. Key trends shaping…

Productivity Solution: Fast charging keeps DHL forklifts running two shifts

August 1, 2025 · DHL Supply Chain has upgraded its forklift fleet at its Horsley Park facility in New South Wales, Australia, by deploying Crown Equipment’s SC Series forklifts powered by V-Force Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. This transition eliminates the need for frequent refueling or battery swapping,…

This Month in Modern: Managing economic uncertainty in the lift truck industry

August 1, 2025 · As Modern marks its 80th anniversary, this August issue highlights the evolving role of lift trucks in materials handling. Senior editor Roberto Michel explores how automation is enhancing lift truck operations at Prism Logistics’ DC, with AGV lift trucks and a semi-automated shuttle system…

60 Seconds with…Brian Feehan

August 1, 2025 · In this exclusive Q&A, Brian Feehan, President of the Industrial Truck Association, discusses the state of the lift truck industry, highlighting a significant boost in GDP contribution and employment growth.

ITA: successful conclusion to National Forklift Safety Day 2025

June 26, 2025 · Next year's Industrial Truck Association event highlighting importance of lift truck safety scheduled for June 9, 2026

Ergonomics in lift truck design requires a balanced approach

June 24, 2025 · Keep the importance of ergonomics in line with efficiency to ensure happier and more productive operators in your operation.

Crown Equipment releases lidar-based ProximityAssist integrated operator assist system

June 14, 2025 · Material handling company Crown Equipment releases ProximityAssist, a lidar-based integrated operator assist system to aid forklift operators.

Burwell Material Handling partners to offer pedestrian detection system, marking National Forklift Safety Day

June 11, 2025 · Burwell Material Handling collaborates with Arcure to bring its Blaxtair AI-powered pedestrian-detection system to Burwell's customers

Raymond champions operator security on National Forklift Safety Day with focus on training, best practices

June 10, 2025 · Intralogistics solutions provider celebrates people behind every move with intelligent innovations designed to move them forward

National Forklift Safety Day: Explore lift truck innovations that make warehouses safer

June 10, 2025 · National Forklift Safety Day celebrates technological safety innovations that improve workplaces with forklifts and lift trucks. Explore offerings from Raymond, Yale Lift Truck and more in this photo gallery.