Irish Lift Trucks also distributes a range of Lancer and Hubtex sideloaders designed for specialist applications and used in the steel, timber, concrete, oil and dockyard environments, to name but a few.
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HYSTER Europe is owned by the NACCO Materials Handling Group Inc. (NMHG), a global organisation based in Cleveland, Ohio embracing coal production, kitchen equipment and household products. HYSTER began supplying materials handling equipment in 1929, when it began making winches, logging arches and lumber carriers for the North American Timber Industry. The HYSTER name is derived from the logging foreman's instruction to his winch operator to "Hoist' err". HYSTER Europe is responsible for sales, marketing and service across Europe, Africa and the Middle East - working closely with its network of seventy-three dealers (including Irish Lift Trucks), in almost 100 locations. There are 5 manufacturing plants across Europe at: The Craigavon facility, in Co. Armagh, was opened in 1981 and is one of the most up-to-date lift truck manufacturing facilities in the world. The plant employs around 800 people and is capable of producing over 100 trucks per day, including the best selling H1.50-2.00XMS and H2.00-3.20XM lift truck series. HYSTER's progress over the past 70 years has been characterised by continuous investment in research, product development and advanced manufacturing techniques. It's a successful formula and one that is intended to keep the HYSTER name at the forefront of the industry in the years ahead. As the Irish distributor for LANCER, Irish Lift Trucks provides a full range of Sideloaders with capacities from 4 tonnes to 18 tonnes. LANCER products can be seen working in the most arduous applications in the steel, timber, concrete, oil and dockyard environments throughout Ireland and around the world. LANCER delivers some of the very best in product design and engineering and their trucks are recognised for their combination of ease-of-operation, yard-proof reliability, and low lifetime costs. The 500 Series truck is one of the timber industry's most popular trucks, a rugged 5-tonne capacity workhorse with torque convertor transmission. The LQ range comprises three trucks with hydrostatic transmission and a choice of diesel or LPG motive power. The latest models have a newly-designed cab, with outstanding all-round visibility, easy access, and vibration-free comfort. LQ trucks can be specified with a wide choice of deck width and height and fork width. Some defining features, include: Every LANCER sideloader is designed with a long wheelbase and a low centre of gravity to provide generous safety margins. LANCER mast traverse mechanisms often a frequent failure item on sideloaders are designed for reliable smooth operation. Masts are as wide as possible, to minimise swaying at height. Brake systems are designed for fast but progressive deceleration, helping to ensure safe emergency stops without load-shedding. LANCER sideloaders are recognised for their operational reliability and solid dependability. They embody decades of design, engineering and application expertise. For further information about the LANCER range, please contact Irish Lift Trucks . Irish Lift Trucks supply and distribute the HUBTEX range of products in Ireland. HUBTEX has been a leading supplier of specialised materials handling equipment for many years. HUBTEX starts where other manufacturers of standard handling equipment stop. The production of application engineered industrial trucks (sideloaders and specialised machinery for moving long, difficult and bulky loads) forms the core of its product range. HUBTEX machines are designed to facilitate the flow of goods, even in very narrow aisles, in manufacturing companies and commercial enterprises. The trucks are manufactured to the exact specification required by particular applications and handling needs, but are also designed to be flexible and multifunctional. For further information on the HUBTEX range of sideloaders, contact Irish Lift Trucks today. HYSTER EXPLOSION PROOF TRUCKS Irish Lift Trucks works closely with Pyroban, supplying the latest HYSTER products for operations in Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 potential exposive atmospheres; all of which are supported by our network of Pyroban trained engineers. Pyroban have been providing HYSTER with Explosion Proof equipment for the last 35 years. In Ireland, Irish Lift Trucks have partnered with Pyrroban in providing Explosion Proof solutions in Ireland for companies such as Bristol Mysers Squibb, Indaver, Pfzier, CNG logistics and Irish Distillers. Irish Lift Trucks continues to work closely with Pyroban, ensuring that safety is maintained throughout the life of the vehicle. Please contact Irish Lift Trucks for more information. 
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