In storage, block stacking means stacking goods directly on the floor, one of top of the other, without using any racking system.  When the goods can be stacked that way and you use the right warehouse truck, this can be a smart way of storing palletised goods. Read which forklifts would be most suitable to support block stacking.  ..read more

Medium to high-level order picker trucks drive through narrow aisles so that the operators can pick items from the racking onto their machine. Operating this close to racking can be stressful for the operator and could potentially cause damage to stored goods or infrastructure. Toyota’s order pickers can work with different guidance systems to travel safely in the aisles and avoid damages.  We’ll explain the pros and cons of our two guidance systems.  ..read more

Pedestrian stackers come in a wide variety of models and are a great tool when goods need to be lifted and stored at heights up to 6 m. They are compact, highly manoeuvrable, and intuitive to use. When to consider making the switch to a model with platform or a stand-in version? Following factors could help you make that choice.   ..read more

Workplace safety is one of our most valued priorities, for our own employees and for our customers. According to a Eurostat study, in 2020 the highest number of non-fatal and fatal accidents at work were caused by losing control of machines, tools, means of transport or handling equipment.   ..read more

In the previous episode of our Logiconomi TV series we learned from Hans Larsson, Director of Strategic Innovation at Toyota Material Handling Europe, that the continued growth in e-commerce, and a general shortage of labour in the market are two significant trends currently.  ..read more

Do you know exactly how many hours your trucks spend driving around the warehouse, or how much energy they are consuming? Or have you measured how much downtime the trucks in your operations are experiencing?   ..read more

If you see the need to store more goods in your operation, whether on the floor or in racking, you may want to consider a stacker for your internal goods movements. Just like manual or electric powered pallet trucks they can come in small and manoeuvrable sizes. For higher and more productive lifting, you should look into high-performance stacker solutions. Let us walk you through the different stacker types.  ..read more

It is sometimes difficult to judge whether a powered stacker truck or a reach truck will be the best option for lifting pallets at your warehouse or manufacturing site. Both can do the job, so wherein lies the difference?  Let us take a closer look at the features and use of the truck.  ..read more

Keeping material handling running smoothly is one of the biggest challenges businesses face across a wide variety of industries. Whether you’re moving pallets full of food, large stacks of manufacturing components or other materials ready for distribution, choosing the right pallet truck can mean a world of difference.   ..read more

How an operation performs is key for a business. Picking items to prepare an order is a time and effort-consuming activity. Therefore, it is essential to optimise this task by using the right equipment.   ..read more