Linde Material Handling UK unveils demo theatre

Linde Material Handling (UK) has launched a purpose-built demonstration theatre which will be used to showcase its trucks and their capabilities.

More than 40 customers and visitors attended the launch at Linde MH UK’s site in West Bromwich where they were treated to live demonstrations of the latest trucks and technology and had the opportunity to ask questions of experts from across the Linde MH business.

David Woodward, senior director, Linde Region Central senior director, said: “We’ve been able to see three automated guided vehicles in action along with the first R-Matic in the UK. The feedback has been very good.”

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Lee Whiting, chief operating officer of supply chain solutions specialist Oakland International, added: "Looking at the automation here today, it’s at the next level, giving us what we need as a business of the future.”

The refurbished facility includes a new reception area, including history wall, alongside the new demonstration theatre.

Christophe Lautray, Linde MH UK executive vice president of sales and services, said: “I see automation basically everywhere in the future, not only at large customers but also with small and medium-sized businesses. Automation is really our future.”