Providing chemical formulation and packing services to a wide range of blue chip multinationals, Yorkshire-based Grotech Production relies heavily on its fleet of forklifts to ensure that its production, as well as that of its customers, is always running optimally.
Faced with an aging fleet, the Yorkshire-based agrochemical specialist sought out equipment that could handle incoming and outgoing goods, as well as feed its busy production lines. Due to the nature of the work, the trucks needed to be able to operate safely – and reliably – in dusty environments. The company recently took delivery of a trio of Mitsubishi GRENDiA forklifts to meet their company’s growing demands.
Mark Shipley explains: “We were really impressed with Malcolm West. Emslie, who visited our site, could have simply left a brochure, but she took the time to properly assess the site and our work, before presenting us with an informed, professional recommendation.
“Although the Mitsubishi quote was more expensive on the face of it, the very high specification including 3 way catalytic converter, belly guard, LED lights and built in speed controller coupled with an attractive range of finance options, was highly compelling. It quickly became clear that Malcolm West would deliver far superior value for money, with a better product, greater efficiency, and greater long-term savings. With its extensive support, and agreed payment plan, the six-year lease purchase agreement – with maintenance plan – was perfect for our budget and requirements.”
After a thorough survey of the site and the application, Malcolm West Forklifts specified three LPG Mitsubishi GRENDiA ES FGC20CNs. A compact chassis LPG counterbalance truck, the FGC20CN is ideally suited to working in the factory’s tighter environments – where racking can limit manoeuvrability. Furthermore, its two-tonne capacity ideally lends itself to the carriage of Grotech’s raw materials and finished products: from small bottles to 1000 litre bulk containers.
The FGC20CN is an efficient, versatile piece of equipment as standard. However, a wealth of available modifications are available to maximise productivity. To meet Grotech’s needs, one of the new vehicles was fitted with a cabin – allowing for all-weather outdoor operation. In addition, each of the trucks was fitted with scales which serve two important purposes. They allow operators to identify potentially dangerous overloads, while ensuring that delivered goods match the weight specified on the delivery note. As a result, Grotech’s forklift operators now work safer, faster and more efficiently than ever before.
To find out more about the award-winning Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks range, and services from Malcolm West Forklifts and other local Mitsubishi dealers, call the Greenline 0845 371 3048, contact info@red-diamond.co.uk or visit www.mitsubishi-forklift.co.uk.
