Lowry Scores Big in Australia

The first of Lowry’s NEW L400XD models is on its way to Prolift Toyota for General Motors Holden, Australia.

Rated 40,000 lbs. capacity at a 30” load center the new Lowry L400XD model is designed with world class quality mechanical components offering 2006 application solutions for heavy capacity customers with operating space restrictions.

The new L400XD features a compact, maneuverable size, exceptional driver visibility and comfort and “Opens like a Book” maintenance accessibility.

Each new L400XD model is custom manufactured to exact application- specific requirements with fastidious attention to detail during assembly ensuring the highest possible quality of finished product.

Prolift Equipment Pty Ltd, Prolift Toyota, has been General Motors Holden's Mobile Equipment Commodity Manager since 1989.

APPLICATION:

To handle 40000mm (158”) x 2,000mm (79”) racks of blanks with weights to 11,000 kg (24,250 lbs) in a confined area.

“The decision to purchase the Lowry L400XD was based on many contributing factors, some of the main points where:

• The physical size of the unit.


• The turning circle with the extended load which is critical due to the need to work in the existing aisles.


• The low operator entry and all round visibility for the operator.

In addition, from the care in assembly and finish it was apparent that Lowry has a vision of excellence which with few exceptions like Toyota is hard to find in mobile material handling equipment today”

Warren Priest
GM Holden National Account Manager
Prolift Equipment Pty Ltd

Ten Archie winners in 2006

Bill Phipps (L) receiving the lifetime achievement award from FLTA president Richard Baxter (R).

Ten industry members have received Fork Lift truck Association (FLTA) annual awards for excellence, known as the Archies.

At a presentation ceremony in Birmingham's Hilton Metropole last month, FLTA vice-chairman John Chappell, who co-hosted the event with chairman Paul Nichol, praised the finalists who had got through the initial nomination stage.

“Each and every finalist is a ‘best buy’ – an individual, product or service that has raised the bar for all those who come after,” Chappell said.

Jofson Mitsubishi saw one of its trainees win the apprentice of the year award for the second time in three years while Albury Asset Rentals won the supplier of the year award for the second year.

Doosan and Linde each took home two awards and Toyota won its fifth award in the product and service categories.

The winners are:-
Apprentice of the year 2006:
Jonathan Done, Jofson Mitsubishi

Employee of the year 2006:
Colin Dewdney, Doosan Infracore UK Ltd

Services to the Fork Lift Truck Association:
Alan Bird, Second City Lift Truck Ltd

Services to the Fork Lift Truck Industry:
Jim Brindley, National Fork Truck Heritage Centre

Design Achievement 2006:
The Linde Material Handling (UK) Ltd design team, led by Paul Eckersley

Supplier of the year 2006:
Albury Asset Rentals Ltd

Safety 2006:
Doosan Infracore UK Ltd for its active safety control

Ergonomics 2006:
Linde Material Handling (UK) Ltd for its X range of reach trucks

Innovation 2006:
Toyota Industrial Equipment for its operator presence sensing system

Lifetime Achievement:
Bill Phipps

Toyota Holds its #1 Position As the World's Largest Lift Truck Supplier

RVINE, Calif., – October 4, 2004 – Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU) announced today that Toyota has been ranked the largest supplier of lift trucks in the world for the second consecutive year according to the August 2004 issue of Modern Materials Handling, a leading industry publication. With $4.23 billion in lift truck sales, Toyota tops the publication’s list of the “World’s Top 20 Lift Truck Suppliers,” which includes companies from around the globe.

For the fiscal year 2003 Toyota managed to top its 2002 sales, increasing its own sales record by $1.13 billion.

Toyota also is the number one supplier in the United States. According to third-party research performed by Crist Information & Research, TMHU has the largest percentage of market share in the United States lift truck industry.

“TMHU is proud to contribute to Toyota’s global efforts. This year was incredible for Toyota and we expect to increase our sales again in 2004,” said Dr. Shankar Basu, president and CEO of TMHU. “We attribute our ongoing success to our strong dealer network, the well-timed introduction of new products and the emphasis Toyota puts on safety, customer satisfaction, overall value and technological innovations.”

In 2003, TMHU debuted several advanced new lift trucks, including the 7-Series 3-wheel electric lift trucks, raising the industry standards of technology, productivity, efficiency and safety. The new trucks feature an exclusive AC power system, engineered and built by Toyota, which offers customers new levels of both power and energy efficiency. In early 2004, TMHU launched several new electric lift trucks, including a new 7-Series Stand Up electric lift truck, a 7-Series Electric Reach truck and a new 4,500-lb. Electric Walkie model.

TMHU is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and offers a full line of high-quality lift trucks sold under the Toyota brand. Built on a reputation for excellence, Toyota is known for its quality, reliability and durability. Most of the Toyota lift trucks sold in the United States are manufactured in Columbus, Ind.

Source: Compact Equipment News

Toyota Industrial Equipment Appoints Jennifer McGhee as Sales Manager

Scarborough, Ontario, January 20, 2004 – Toyota Canada Inc., Industrial Equipment (TCI-IE), is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer McGhee as Sales Manager. The position was formerly held by Keith DeBruin, who has been named Manager, National Sales for Toyota Trucks.

“I am very excited to take on the challenges of my new position,” says McGhee. “With leading technologies such as the System of Active Stability and AC power electric lift trucks - along with our nationwide commitment to work with our dealers to provide the best service and support in the industry - this is a great time to spearhead new initiatives in sales and marketing.”

Mr. DeBruin joined TCI-IE as a Dealer Field Sales Consultant in 1998, and was promoted to the position of Sales Manager in 2001. As he begins his new position, he is looking forward to the new opportunities and challenges associated with selling Toyota trucks and SUVs.

Ms McGhee joined TCI-IE as Marketing Services Coordinator immediately upon her graduation from the Centennial College Marketing Management program in 1991. She was promoted to Marketing Services Specialist in 1998. In this position Jennifer was involved in marketing and promotional activities which included magazine advertising, direct mail and trade shows. For the past three years, she held the position of Dealer Field Sales Consultant, a role which included day-to-day contact with the dealer sales team, product support and sales training, and field consultations with both dealers and customers. As Sales Manager, Ms McGhee is responsible for sales, marketing and distribution operations for TCI-IE.

Toyota's 7FBCU series electric-powered

Toyota's 7FBCU series electric-powered cushion-tire forklifts feature state-of-the-art technology: a heady mix of Toyota's breakthrough operator- and environmentally-friendly designs, creative engineering, and the most advanced electronic-control systems in the business.

As a model of functionality and performance, the 7-Series electric forklift has no equal. With its patented Active Mast Function Controller and Active Control Rear Stabilizer, this forklift allows maximum operational efficiency without sacrificing operator safety or risking damage to materials.

Toyota's electric-powered pneumatic tire forklifts are efficient work horses with impressive specs and even more impressive performance capabilities. Ranging from 3,000 lb. to 7,000 lb. capacity models, these forklifts represent the latest evolution in electric forklift technology from Toyota.

Model	7FBCU15 (30-7FBCU15 "EE")	7FBCU18 (30-7FBCU18 "EE")	7FBCU20 (30-7FBCU20 "EE")	7FBCU25 (30-7FBCU25 "EE")
Load Capacity (kg)	1,360	1,587	1,814	2,267
Load Distance (mm)	400	400	425	425
Wheel Base (mm)	1,220	1,220	1,295	1,295
Overall Width (mm)	945	945	1,065	1,065
Turning Radius (mm)	1,685	1,685	1,790	1,800
Overhead Guard Height (mm)	2,195	2,195	2,235	2,235
Length to Fork Face (mm)	1,950	1,950	2,070	2,110

Toyota's 7FB series electric-powered forklifts

Toyota's electric-powered pneumatic tire forklifts are efficient work horses with impressive specs and even more impressive performance capabilities. Ranging from 3,000 lb. to 7,000 lb. capacity models, these forklifts represent the latest evolution in electric forklift technology from Toyota.

Model	7FB15 (7FBH15)	40-7FB15	7FB18 (7FBH18)	7FB20 (7FBH20)	40-7FB20
Load Capacity (kg)	1,361	1,361	1,588	1,814	1,814
Load Center (mm)	600	600	600	600	600
Wheel Base (mm)	1,410	1,500	1,410	1,500	1,650
Overall Width (mm)	1,115	1,170	1,115	1,170	1,150
Turning Radius (mm)	1,770	1,980	1,780	1,980	2,145
Overhead Guard Height (mm)	2,025 (2,105)	2,105	2,025 (2,105)	2,025 (2,105)	2,160
Length to Fork Face (mm)	2,080	2,216	2,115	2,240	2,405

7HBW23 - 4,500 lb Capacity

Toyota's Electric Pallet Truck is highly maneuverable and reliable to increase productivity. It offers an innovative, compact design that improves space utilization in confined and congested applications.

One-Piece, High-Strength Service Cover protects the electrical, hydraulic and mechanical components against damage.
One-Piece Transmission and Motor Drive Unit provides better heat transfer for long, trouble-free lift.
Wrap-Around Steel Bumper protects the drive unit and drive tire against damage.
Lift Cylinder is Chrome Plated for enhanced wear resistance for various environmental conditions.
Fork Linkage contains Teflon Coated PolylubeTM Bushings that require no lubrication
24 Volt Electrical System delivers efficient power for maximum performance and longer work cycles.
Controller Area Network (CAN-Bus) Communication Technology provides quicker, more reliable control of all truck functions with fewer components.
Regenerative Braking improves overall efficiency and prolongs brake component life.

Specification Chart

Model	Load Capacity* (lbs.)	Voltage	Maximum Travel Speed Full Load (m.p.h.)	Right Angle Stack 48-inch forks 40-inch wide pallet
7HBW23	4500	24	3.4	69