Yale Lift Truck Technologies will showcase a range of multi-purpose materials handling equipment (MHE) that demonstrates its customer-driven design philosophy at IntralogisteX 2026, taking place from 18–19 March at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.
At stand 850, visitors can speak with Yale experts and explore innovative materials handling solutions designed to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and support the evolving needs of modern intralogistics operations.
Showcasing customer-focused materials handling equipment
Yale Lift Truck Technologies continues to prioritise customer-driven design, developing materials handling equipment that addresses real-world challenges across warehouses, retail environments, and logistics operations.
At this year’s event, the company will present a selection of multi-purpose MHE equipment, giving attendees the opportunity to speak directly with experts and discover solutions tailored to their operational needs.
A trailer-to-shop-floor solution for faster, smarter deliveries
One of the highlights on display will be the UK preview of a new direct-store-delivery (DSD) solution. This unique type of warehouse equipment for pallet handling has been engineered specifically for retail and last-mile delivery tasks.
Designed for demanding environments, this materials handling solution supports drivers working across both uneven outdoor surfaces and tight indoor retail areas. Unlike traditional warehouse equipment, DSD applications must accommodate:
- Narrow aisles
- High-traffic customer areas
- Varying floor conditions
- Limited space in delivery vehicles
This customer-driven solution provides a holistic tool to address these challenges. The lithium-ion powered pallet truck features a condensed footprint, helping to save space in delivery vehicles.
It can be used to unload goods from lorries and then transport them directly onto the shop floor, removing the need for drivers to bring multiple pieces of equipment, such as a pallet truck and a hand pallet truck or sack truck, to the front of a store.
Its design supports efficient manoeuvring on uneven outdoor surfaces and in tight retail environments.
Flexible electric forklifts for indoor and outdoor operations
Also featured on stand 850 will be a Yale MXLG lithium-ion powered electric forklift truck. This robust solution is designed for operations seeking flexibility, reduced emissions, and consistent performance.
Efficiency and adaptability are essential in warehousing and intralogistics operations. While electric forklift trucks have traditionally been used indoors and internal combustion engine (ICE) trucks outdoors, advances in electric MHE technology now allow a single truck to perform both roles.
Key benefits of the Yale MXLG electric forklift include:
- High versatility for both indoor warehouse tasks and outdoor yard work
- Consistent performance delivered by lithium-ion power
- Reduced maintenance due to fewer moving parts compared to ICE trucks
- Lower operational emissions to support sustainability goals
This makes the MXLG a powerful addition to modern materials handling operations seeking to enhance warehouse efficiency, consolidate fleets, and maximise uptime.
Two-in-one MHE: the Yale MO20X order picker pallet truck
Another standout on the Yale stand at IntralogisteX 2026 will be the Yale MO20X order picker pallet truck, a prime example of multi-purpose MHE warehouse equipment.
Intralogistics operations typically use order pickers for warehouse picking tasks and pallet trucks for loading and unloading lorries, largely because most order pickers have low ground clearance.
The Yale MO20X has been developed using customer-driven design and advanced technology to combine the functionality of an order picker with the capabilities of a pallet truck.
By reducing the need to invest in multiple specialised machines, this two-in-one solution can free up resources for other critical investments. Fewer machines to maintain can also contribute to reduced maintenance costs and less associated downtime.
By combining an order picker and pallet truck into a single machine, the MO20X provides:
- Greater versatility across a wider range of tasks
- Reduced fleet costs by limiting the need for specialised equipment
- Lower maintenance overheads
- Less downtime, as operators can switch tasks without switching machines
This customer-driven design supports operations looking to streamline workflows and invest in multi-functional materials handling equipment.
What are the operational advantages of multifunctional warehouse equipment?
Using a single truck to perform multiple tasks can create significant operational benefits:
- Improved productivity
Operators save time by staying on one machine throughout their shift, reducing workflow interruptions. - Better operator comfort
Ergonomic design features support longer, more comfortable operation, helping to enhance efficiency. - Simplified training
With fewer equipment types in use, training becomes quicker and less complex. - Maximised uptime
Fewer machines result in reduced maintenance scheduling and improved availability.
Visit Yale Lift Truck Technologies at IntralogisteX 2026
Yale Lift Truck Technologies is committed to developing integrated MHE solutions that help transform intralogistics operations.
Visit stand 850 at IntralogisteX 2026 to discover the latest innovations and discuss how Yale can support your operational goals.
Not attending the event?
Contact your local Yale dealer to explore the full range of materials handling equipment available and learn more about the level of service support on offer.
