The Megalift Solution
An innovative new type of asset has been added to the Dawsongroup | material handling product range. The Megalift solution…
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The Bobcat Rebrand: Reliability Redefined
Doosan Bobcat recently announced a rebrand of their product offerings under the Bobcat brand. The bold and professional new…
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A Tailored Solution for Sharpsmart
In today’s fast-paced world, exceptional safety procedures are more than just a checkbox exercise; they are of paramount importance.…
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National Forklift Safety Day: Prepare for the Worst by Preventing the Worst
Forklifts and industrial vehicles are the linchpin of an efficient operational process. However, they’re also responsible for 1 in…
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Moving with the Times: Reach Trucks to Aislemaster
The UK supply chain has been experiencing an extensive shift in strategy, as businesses move away from a ‘just in…
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Seeing the Combilift CS Pedestrian Stacker in Person
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Last month, the team at Dawsongroup material handling’s New Spitalfields Market workshop held a demonstration of the Combilift CS pedestrian…
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A New London Low Emission Zone
alternative fuel, contract hire, Dawsongroup, electric, flexibility, Forklift, Forklifts, hiring, low emission zone, maintenance, materials handling, NRMM, operations, production, rental, rental partner, rental solutions, Safety, Smarter Asset Strategy, solution, solutions, storage, supply chain, support, sustainability, warehouse
From 1st January 2025, restrictions on the London Low Emission Zone (LEZ) will be tightened across the city as a…
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Why Combilift?
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Dawsongroup material handling is Combilift’s rental partner for the UK, bringing their top-of-the-range forklifts to our customers with a flexible…
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Celebrating Women in Industry for International Women’s Day 2024
behind the scenes, benefits, careers, contract hire, Dawsongroup, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, Forklift, Forklifts, hiring, international women's day, maintenance, materials handling, operations, production, rental, rental solutions, Smarter Asset Strategy, solution, solutions, staff, staff profile, supply chain, support, sustainability, women in industry
International Women’s Day, which has been celebrated since 1911, is a day of collective global activism and celebration that belongs…
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Hitting the Ground Running with Tamara Ebsworth
After ten years in the materials handling industry, Tamara Ebsworth, Area Sales Executive for central England and South Wales, joined…
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A Dawsongroup Way of Thinking
With innovation and development driving industry to new heights, it is vital for businesses to ensure they remain agile without…
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Ben Charity Forklift Raises Over £2,000
When Dawsongroup material handling acquired its 5000th truck, it celebrated the milestone by pledging to donate a percentage of its…
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A Change of Direction for Andrew Murphy, Field Service Team Leader
Transitioning to a new job can be a challenge and, as members of the Good Business Charter (GBC), Dawsongroup is…
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Reciprocity With Lawrence David
behind the scenes, benefits, Case study, contract hire, customer success story, electric, environmental, EV, flexibility, Forklift, Forklifts, health & safety, manufacturing, operations, production, rental, rental solutions, Safety, Smarter Asset Strategy, solution, supply chain, support, sustainability, warehouse
Lawrence David (LD) is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of trailers, curtainsiders, box vans, rigid bodywork and last mile…
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Moving Solutions for City Harvest
City Harvest is London’s leading food rescue charity addressing food waste and food poverty. They deliver free food to more…
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A Lifetime of Learning with Paul Hull
Paul Hull, Area Sales Executive for Dawsongroup material handling, has been a part of the industry his entire life. Starting…
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Lithium Forklift or Lead Acid Forklift – Which Comes Top?
Electric forklift trucks have been a presence in many operations for years. However, they are becoming increasingly popular due to…
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Fast, Fresh Service for Montgomery Wholesale Fruit and Veg
Montgomery Wholesale Fruit and Veg has been supplying premium quality fresh fruit, vegetables and salad, including exotic produce, to the…
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Specialist Forklift Attachments For Unique Tasks
There is no doubt that forklifts are versatile machines. They are widely used in various industries, from warehouses and manufacturing…
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David Florence Exceeds Customer Expectations at Spitalfields
New Spitalfields Market is filled with bustling stalls full of fruit and vegetables from all over the world, and Dawsongroup…
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Supreme Service at Spitalfields Workshop
New Spitalfields Market is Britain’s premier wholesale fruit, vegetable and flower market, and the home of Dawsongroup material handling’s busiest…
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The Big Differences Between Diesel and Li-Ion
When it comes to choosing material handling equipment for your business there are a range of options available. Two of…
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Why Reach Trucks are the Best Kind of Forklift for Warehouses
With ever more logistics, storage and last-mile delivery stations being created to cater for our increasing demand for goods online,…
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Navigating Industry 5.0
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Tim Abraham, Managing Director of Dawsongroup material handling, shares his insights on task automation. The first industrial revolution began in…
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Trebling Capacity for Kudos Showers
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Dawsongroup material handling has provided tailored solutions for Kudos Showers, reducing safety risks and improving storage capacity for their warehouse…
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How To Run Forklifts Cost-Effectively
You only need to look around any warehouse or supply chain to see how important forklifts are. They are a…
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Are Your Crane Trucks Putting Your Business at Risk?
Crane trucks have been revolutionary for transportation, but they have not been without their issues. In the last few months,…
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Rack Up Your Warehouse and Increase Your Capacity
With industrial real estate at an all-time premium, maximising the warehouse space you have has never been more important. This…
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A Sustainable Fleet for Sheard’s One Million Boxes A Day
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Newer, more reliable vehicles from Dawsongroup material handling, including electric trucks, are maximising uptime for Sheard Packaging, making their processes…
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Combilift Investment Solves Long Lead Times
The collaboration between Dawsongroup material handling and Combilift is well-established and advantageous to both businesses and the UK forklift industry.…
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The Pros And Cons Of Using Diesel Forklifts
Forklift trucks are essential tools in the operations of warehouses and construction site up and down the country. With so…
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Why Lead-Acid Battery Forklifts Are Not Going Away Soon
It might seem like the world is quickly moving away from lead-acid batteries and increasingly becoming dependent on lithium-ion batteries…
Read MoreFour Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Forklift Trucks
Forklifts are an essential tool for businesses. They can streamline the heavy lifting and the movement of goods within logistics,…
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Keeping Ice Cream Cold with The Heat of The Sun!
Jude’s Ice Cream has been producing delicious ice cream for over twenty years, and has had a relationship with Dawsongroup…
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HSL Chairs: Taking Control of Their Delivery and Storage
Dawsongroup’s solutions for HSL Chairs have increased their storage from 1100 to 6500 pallets of furniture, providing them with the…
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Is It Time To Get Your Forklift Checked?
The importance of a LOLER certificate and the associated Thorough Examination cannot be understated in keeping your employees safe when…
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Dawsongroup’s 24-hour Solution for Verallia
Verallia has been working with Dawsongroup for almost a decade. It is the European leader and the world’s third largest…
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New Focus on Waste and Recycling for Sarah Black, Area Sales Executive
In the three years Sarah Black has been with the company, her success has grown in leaps and bounds.…
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How The Right Forklift Can Save You Time And Money
Whether you have decided to buy a forklift or hire one, you will likely have some questions about the pros,…
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5000th Truck Rental Donated to Ben, the Automotive Industry Charity
Dawsongroup material handling has celebrated its 5000th truck, and what better way to celebrate than to donate a percentage of…
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Supporting a Great Cause with HSL Chairs
The relationship between Dawsongroup material handling and HSL Chairs began in 2019 when our first two trucks were delivered to…
Read MoreHow To Safely Operate A Forklift Outdoors
Some material handling operations are entirely indoors. In these instances, operators usually use a range of machines including forklifts, pallet…
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Behind the Scenes: James Birkitt, Operations Manager
As Operations Manager for Dawsongroup material handling, James Birkitt is the person who ensures service across the country is…
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Dawsongroup material handling Christmas Opening Hours
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Wishing all our customers, suppliers and staff a wonderful Christmas, a joyful New Year…
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The Importance of Forklift Truck Inspections
A regular examination is essential for any business that operates with forklift trucks and other material-handling equipment. Every employer has…
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Electric Forklift Solutions Your Company Needs
Preparing for Changes Following the ban on red diesel earlier this year, companies of all sizes are having to use…
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One Simple Way You Can Improve Safety In Your Operation
Did you know that there are over 1500 injuries every year caused by forklift trucks and other industrial machinery? Whilst…
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What You Should Know Before Hiring A New Forklift Operator
If you are expanding your business or have recently changed machines then you might be looking to hire a new…
Read MoreHow To Keep Forklifts and Pedestrians Safely Apart
A common phrase over the last few years has been “keep a safe distance”. This is a phrase that was…
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Dawsongroup’s One-Stop Shop for Home Delivery Solutions
Home Delivery Solutions, founded by Steve and Nicole Taylor in 2009, offers a premier delivery service from the Chesterfield area…
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How Preventative Maintenance Can Keep Your Forklift Working Longer
A forklift truck often poses two problems; the first is that they often require a large initial investment, and secondly,…
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JCB Telehandlers Available Now from Dawsongroup | material handling
JCB Telehandlers Available Now from Dawsongroup | material handling Dawsongroup | material handling has just added JCB telehandlers to its…
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The Key To Choosing The Right Forklift
There is more to consider than you might think when choosing the right forklift truck for your operation. From lifting…
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Behind the Scenes at Dawsongroup: Amy Edwards, Dealer Relationship Manager
Amy Edwards has recently joined the team at Dawsongroup | material handling as Dealer Relationship Manager for their Combilift short-term…
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The Best Ways To Extend Your Forklift’s Lifespan
Did you know that the average lifespan of a forklift is between 8,000-12,000 hours depending on your model. However, the…
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Behind the Scenes at Dawsongroup: Alex Rene, Area Sales Executive
Alex Rene has recently joined Dawsongroup | material handling as Area Sales Executive for the Southeast and London. With a…
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Will Automated Forklifts Change The Future Of Manufacturing?
Up until recently, diesel forklifts commanded more than 60% of forklift sales, this number however has been steadily decreasing. In…
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Five Forklift Operating Myths That You Need To Know
At first, glance, operating a forklift can look pretty straightforward. In fact, many people believe that if you can drive…
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How To Improve Your Warehouse Operations
The more efficient your business is able to operate, the higher your customer satisfaction will be, and the higher your…
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The Material Handling Solutions Your Business Needs
The last couple of years have shown us that businesses need to be more flexible and agile than ever. With…
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Pros And Cons Of The Different Forklift Fuel Types
When it comes to buying or hiring a forklift truck one of the main considerations should be what fuel type…
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Recycle and Repurpose with Material Handling Solutions
Natural capital is one of our most valuable assets. The air we breathe, the water we drink, the land we…
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Supply Chain Peak Strategies
Historically, Christmas has been one of the most well-known seasonal peaks across nearly every industry. However, with supply chain peaks…
Read MoreThe 5 Most Common Forklift Problems And How To Fix Them
Whether you are a seasoned forklift operator or if you are just starting out with your operation you’ll know that…
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3 Steps To Winter-Proof Your Forklift Truck Fleet
How long could your business continue running without a forklift truck? A week? A day? An hour? Winter can often…
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Combilift: The Revolution Your Company Needs
Combilift multidirectional forklifts and sideloaders are revolutionising the way companies handle and store goods. But what exactly are they and…
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What Are The Benefits To Choosing An Electric Forklift?
If you are considering buying or hiring a new machine for your fleet, you are sure to have come across…
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How To Choose The Right Forklift Truck For You
It is a common mistake that anyone who is lacking in experience in warehousing, logistics or any of the related…
Read MoreWhat are the different types of forklift truck, and what are their uses?
Forklifts are used in almost every industry where transporting or lifting items is necessary. Whether you are looking to hire…
Read More5 questions to ask before choosing a forklift truck
Forklift trucks can vary hugely between different models and different manufacturers, different types of forklift are also better suited to…
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Paul Hull Hands Over Electric Forklift Trucks
Our Area Sales Executive Paul Hull recently handed over a refurbished Bendi B420 Articulated Forklift truck with a 5-meter…
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Used Quality Assurance
When it comes to used equipment, quality comes first. This allows customers to benefit from great value whilst…
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Counterbalance Forklifts
A counterbalance forklift is probably what you will think of in your mind when thinking of a forklift truck. It…
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Forklift Attachment Rental
A lot of different businesses have varying requirements and functions for their forklifts. Therefore, it is important to make…
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The Benefits of Forklift Rental
Through our experience in the field of renting and purchasing material handling equipment, we know that rental offers distinct…
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What is Material Handling Equipment?
Material handling equipment ensures that productivity, safety, and efficiency are top priorities in a production or warehouse setting. Its…
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Supporting good causes
Throughout 2019 we have been supporting causes such as Macmillan Cancer Support and Andy’s Man Club. As an organisation…
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A Chemical Deal for Michael
A new deal for Michael Wood for a major supplier of solvents and chemicals in the UK. When value for…
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North East Automotive Expo 2017
Dawsongroup MH Ltd successfully took part in the North East Automotive Expo 2017! We had a great time and our stand…
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Spitalfields Market Now Ready
The final piece of the puzzle has finally been completed and the new depot is now OFFICIALLY OPEN, come pay…
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Another Deal for Damien Lewington
Another satisfied customer as Damien offered them a productive and reliable truck along with transparent honest service. They wasted no…
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Congratulations to Tim Chippindale on Reaching 5 Years of Service!
Here’s Tim receiving his 5 year service award from Dawsongroup | material handling & Sweepers Managing Director, Paul Shires. Tim…
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