Forklifts jostle for edge

摘要

In the world of materials handling, the forklift truck is king. The trouble with being king is that there is usually only room for one. And when it comes to forklift truck manufacturers, the fight to be number one is fierce. At a time when the UK manufacturing and engineering industries are under pressure it is hardly surprising that this already tough industry has suffered. In the struggle to provide their customers with what they want, forklift manufacturers are cutting margins down to the wire.