tmh torque summer 2012

SUMMER 2012

TorqueTHE TOYOTA MATERIAL HANDLING MAGAZINE

Toyota Material Handling

SUMMER 2012

TorqueTorqueTTHE TOYOTA MATERIAL HANDLING MAGAZINE

MAJORSERVICE SALEPAGE 20 - 23

NEW FORKLIFTS RELEASED

PAGE 12 -13

THE FUTURE OF HYBRIDSPAGE 6

THE FUTURE OF

MAJOR SERVICE SALE

THE ADVANCED TOYOTA 8FBChoosing a battery-electric forklift

is now child’s play.

NEW FORKLIFTS

S O L U T I O N S F O R E V E R Y P A L L E T ®

1800 425 438www.toyotamaterialhandling.com.au

Whether you require a single forklift or a fl eet, we want to show you why Toyota Material Handling sells more forklifts than any other company. We’ve got Australia’s biggest range to provide you with the best possible material handling solutions, and the

customer service and parts support you’d expect from the world leader.# So if you’re looking for a forklift provider who really ticks all the boxes, talk to your local Toyota Material Handling branch today.

Make sure your material handling providerticks all the boxes.

*AITA Statistics Ytd December 2011. #Source: Logistik Magazine 2011. Pictures are for illustration purposes only. Actual colour of products may differ from picture displayed.

Contents4 Toyota launches new battery-electric forklift

6 Toyota reveals advanced hybrid concept

8 Pink tow tractor raises breast cancer awareness

9 TMHA donates forklift to Triple Care Farm

10 Jimmy Possum takes delivery of their first Hino

11 TMHA - 25 years on top

12 New BT order picker raises the bar

13 New Raymond reach forklift launched

14 Able Hire puts Toyota Huski’s to work

16 FJ Cruiser wins 4x4 award

18 Apprentice wins trip to the USA

20 Major service special

Welcome to the Summer 2012 edition of the Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) magazine “Torque”. In this edition we are focusing on the exciting release of some of our newest products, starting with the launch of our 8FB series battery-electric forklifts which deliver excellent power and performance all with zero emissions. We are also proud to announce two other exciting new product ranges, including our BT Optio order pickers, and our innovative Raymond 7000 series reach forklifts. Contact us today more information on how these new products can help provide you with outstanding material handling solutions.

We also take a sneak peak at the NS4 advanced plug-in hybrid concept vehicle recently unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Plus we take an in-depth review of how Jimmy Possum, Australia’s largest producer of furniture manufactured from recycled timbers has taken delivery of its fi rst Hino truck.

And are you looking for parts and service solutions for your forklift or skid steer loader? Toyota Material Handling has the answer. Call us today on 1800 425 438 and see why a Toyota Material Handling service is genuinely better for your forklift and skid steer loader, and for your pocket.

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The new improved energy effi cient Toyota

8FBN series forklift meets customer

demands for longer operating times between

charges, improved safety and environmental

performance, reduced operator fatigue, and

increased durability and water resistance.

There are fi ve new models, ranging from

1.5 to 3 tonne rated capacity at 500mm

load centres, with a choice of masts,

hydraulic controls and attachments, as well

as numerous optional accessories, a cold

storage pack for operating at minus 45

degrees Celsius and a corrosion-protection

pack.

TMHA’s National Product Manager for Toyota

electric forklifts, Jim Lobow, said the new

8FBN forklift range offered improved run

times, higher performance for increased

productivity, effi ciency and safety.

“The 8FBN forklift series has a new AC power

system, more effi cient motors and controllers,

an improved layout of equipment and an

all-new pedal-stroke detection regenerative

brake system,” he said.

“Pedal-stroke regenerative braking allows the

new Toyota 8FBN forklift models to improve

the effi ciency of energy recovery, thereby

increasing operating times.

“The regenerative-brake ratio during braking

is adjusted according to the percentage of the

brake pedal stroke.

“The bottom line from these improvements is

an approximate fi ve per cent improvement in

operating times over the highly regarded 7FB

series models

Mr Lobow said the new 8FBN forklift models

offered a range of attractive features for both

operator and management in addition to the

extended operating times.

“The biggest single advance over the

equivalent 7FB series could well be the

automatic turn-speed control, he said.

“The new system combines lift-height and

load-weight-sensing along with turn-speed

control automatically limiting the forklift’s

speed when turning – according to the state

of the vehicle.” At high lift heights, vehicle

speed, acceleration and deceleration are

limited according to load carried –

The combination of the newly designed

high-mount rear axle and the new turn speed

control helps the forklift achieve more stable

turns that match the operating conditions.

“Higher water resistance to IPX4 rating and

zero emissions including a design that is free

of hexavalent chrome means the new Toyota

8FBN Series will suit a wider range of end

users and even challenge some engine truck

applications.”

Key options of the new Toyota 8FBN forklift

range also include a height selector, joystick

controls, a shock sensor and the choice

of Roll In- Roll -out or Fork Pockets at the

bottom of the battery case for a side-out

battery that can be used for multi-shift

application.

Features pioneered on the 8-Series internal-

combustion machines have been adopted,

including lift-height control and sudden

acceleration from a standing

start prevention control.

The new 8FBN now has

“SAS ” with enhanced

features of the automatic Turn

Speed and Vehicle Speed

Control along with the proven

features such as the active-

mast function controller,

now with rear tilt levelling

included and the

active steering

synchroniser

to optimise

productivity.

Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has launched a new range of 1.5 to 3 tonne rated capacity at 500mm load centre four-wheel counter-balance battery electric forklifts

The new improved energy effi cient Toyota

demands for longer operating times between

charges, improved safety and environmental

performance, reduced operator fatigue, and

increased durability and water resistance.

There are fi ve new models, ranging from

hydraulic controls and attachments, as well

as numerous optional accessories, a cold

degrees Celsius and a corrosion-protection

TMHA’s National Product Manager for Toyota

electric forklifts, Jim Lobow, said the new

8FBN forklift range offered improved run

times, higher performance for increased

“The 8FBN forklift series has a new AC power

system, more effi cient motors and controllers,

an improved layout of equipment and an

all-new pedal-stroke detection regenerative

“Pedal-stroke regenerative braking allows the

new Toyota 8FBN forklift models to improve

the effi ciency of energy recovery, thereby

“The regenerative-brake ratio during braking

is adjusted according to the percentage of the

“The bottom line from these improvements is

an approximate fi ve per cent improvement in

operating times over the highly regarded 7FB

Mr Lobow said the new 8FBN forklift models

offered a range of attractive features for both

operator and management in addition to the

extended operating times.

“The biggest single advance over the

equivalent 7FB series could well be the

automatic turn-speed control, he said.

“The new system combines lift-height and

load-weight-sensing along with turn-speed

control automatically limiting the forklift’s

speed when turning – according to the state

of the vehicle.” At high lift heights, vehicle

speed, acceleration and deceleration are

limited according to load carried –

The combination of the newly designed

high-mount rear axle and the new turn speed

control helps the forklift achieve more stable

turns that match the operating conditions.

“Higher water resistance to IPX4 rating and

zero emissions including a design that is free

of hexavalent chrome means the new Toyota

8FBN Series will suit a wider range of end

users and even challenge some engine truck

applications.”

Key options of the new Toyota 8FBN forklift

range also include a height selector, joystick

controls, a shock sensor and the choice

of Roll In- Roll -out or Fork Pockets at the

bottom of the battery case for a side-out

battery that can be used for multi-shift

application.

Features pioneered on the 8-Series internal-

combustion machines have been adopted,

including lift-height control and sudden

acceleration from a standing

start prevention control.

The new 8FBN now has

“SAS ” with enhanced

features of the automatic Turn

Speed and Vehicle Speed

Control along with the proven

features such as the active-

mast function controller,

now with rear tilt levelling

included and the

active steering

synchroniser

to optimise

productivity.

Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has launched a new range of 1.5 to 3 tonne rated capacity at 500mm load centre four-wheel counter-balance battery

Toyota launches 8FBN battery-electric forklifts

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The NS4 presents a Toyota vision for future

mobility with a focus on connectivity and the

human interface.

Toyota engineers were challenged to design

a new mid-sized concept for potential global

market introduction by 2015.

The NS4 concept is a dedicated plug-in

hybrid, separate from the Prius family,

designed with future mobility requirements

in mind.

“In this digital age, cars are becoming

another spoke in the wheel of our electronic

connectivity,” said Jim Lentz, president and

chief operating offi cer of Toyota Motor Sales,

USA, Inc.

“NS4 demonstrates Toyota’s take on the

human connection to the car with technology

that considers both emotional and rational

relationships, person-to-car and car-to-society.

“The continued success of our conventional hybrid vehicles has laid strong groundwork for market acceptance of future advanced technologies.

“NS4 demonstrates Toyota’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the safety, effi ciency and convenience of future mobility for people everywhere.”

NS4’s advanced powertrain targets a next-generation Hybrid Synergy Drive plug-in system that is smaller and lighter with improved fuel economy, better acceleration and longer electric range, while maintaining a short charge time.

Sleek, futuristic styling

The NS4 concept signals a new styling direction for Toyota, aimed at creating an emotional connection with consumers.

Styling lines refl ect a new take on

aerodynamics with a low vehicle height and cabin-forward tilt.

The distinctive open trapezoid grille is accented by a fl oating lower spoiler and wing-like daytime running lights wrapping around to a sculpted fender.

Rear lamps wrap around the sides of the vehicle to quarter sections layered into blistered fenders, while the rear lamp wings create a sharp edge and the effect of a rear spoiler.

The A-pillars are ultra thin for improved driver visibility while maintaining roof-crush integrity. The roof-line profi le, liftback design and powered swan-wing doors create greater accessibility and effi cient functionality.

Increased connectivity

The NS4 concept has a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) that is built around a multi-

touch screen with the look and feel of a smartphone.

Simple and intuitive, it conveys information quickly with minimum distractions and maximum driver awareness. It will also direct air-conditioning, audio, battery-charge and navigation functions.

The HMI system is even capable of “learning” driver preferences and habits to anticipate driver responses in specifi c environments and situations.

State-of-the-art safety features

The NS4 introduces a next-generation Pre-Collision System (PCS) with lane departure, rear-end and pedestrian collision-avoidance technologies designed to predict collisions under certain circumstances and help avoid them.

Using millimetre-wave radar, stereo cameras

and near-infrared beams, it can help avoid collisions by applying the brakes and manipulating steering.

Adaptive Driving Beam headlights help prevent blinding glare to oncoming drivers and pedestrians at night.

NS4’s pop-up bonnet structure automatically raises the rear of the bonnet to increase the space underneath, helping to reduce pedestrian head injuries caused by a collision with the front of the vehicle, within certain speed ranges.

A Blind Spot Monitor detects a vehicle in the adjacent lane and visually alerts the driver with indicators in the upper dash.

NS4 introduces four new glass technologies to improve driver visibility and reduce fuel consumption:

• Hydrophobic coating - Fluorine-coated

glass causes rain drops to form into semi-

spherical shapes for improved visibility.

• Anti-fog fi lm - A high-performance resin

with anti-fogging characteristics and

increased durability.

• High ultraviolet (UV) absorbing inner-layer

- Removes 99 per cent of harmful UVA and

UVB rays.

• Anti-solar fi lm with radio-wave

transparency - Reduces the internal vehicle

temperature and improves electronic

device functionality

Inner and outer rear-view mirrors have been

replaced with cameras that provide the driver

with a wider view than conventional rear-view

mirrors.

www.toyota.com.au

Toyota today revealed the NS4 advanced plug-in hybrid concept vehicle at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Toyota reveals NS4 advanced hybrid concept

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The company has given a 2.5-tonne rated

capacity Toyota forklift truck to Mission

Australia’s Triple Care Farm at Robertson in the

New South Wales Southern Highlands.

The fully-reconditioned 7FG25 Toyota forklift

was handed over to TCF on December 15,

during the farm’s 57th graduation ceremony.

TMHA’s Sydney branch used equipment

manager, Glen Ryan, delivered the forklift,

which had been fully refurbished in the

company’s Moorebank (Sydney) workshop.

Accepting the Toyota forklift, the manager of

Triple Care Farm, Warren Holt, said Toyota’s

donation to Triple Care Farm (TCF) was all

about making a real difference in the lives of

young people in need.

“One of TCF’s main objectives is, while a young

person is with us, to lay the foundations for

future employment,” he said.

“Around 93 per cent of TCF participants are

unemployed when they come to us, so it’s as

important to get them on the road to a future job

as it is to tackle the other challenges they might

be facing.

“At the farm young people receive accredited

training in forklift operation which gives them an

operator’s licence and sets them up for a job in

a range of industries.

“It also delivers a huge boost to their morale

and self-esteem to know they have achieved

something positive and have a qualification

under their belts they can use in the future.

“We’re very grateful to Toyota Material Handling

Australia for the donation of the forklift. It’s been

a very valuable contribution in helping turn

young people’s lives around.”

Triple Care Farm is a residential program

for young people, aged 16-24, who are

experiencing problems with both substance

abuse and mental illness.

TMHA donates forklift to Triple Care FarmToyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has made a major donation to a leading residential program for troubled youth.

Australian Air Express asked Toyota Material Handling (TMH) to paint the 2.5-tonne capacity Toyota 2TD25 towing tractor pink, including a breast cancer logo.

The tractor’s daily duties include towing airline freight containers to the Brisbane Airport domestic and international terminals.

Australian Air Express Queensland airports manager Steve Brodby said thousands of airline customers have seen the breast cancer message every day, from the terminal lounges and while waiting for take-off.

“We at Australian Air Express all know someone who has been touched by this disease in one way or the other, so each year we’ve been doing our part to raise awareness,” he said.

“This year, we decided to lift our effort to the next level.”

The specially painted towing tractor was delivered to Australian Air Express’s Brisbane

Airport depot on 10 October - where the entire staff turned out in pink shirts for the occasion.

More than 12,000 Australian women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, according to the Cancer Council.

Tragically, more than 2500 lose their lives to the disease.

Pink Ribbon Day on Monday 24 October gave Australians the opportunity to show their support for the one in nine Australian women who will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85.

“A diagnosis of breast cancer can be a traumatic experience that can severely disrupt a woman’s family and working life. However, outcomes are improving,” said the CEO of Cancer Council Australia, Professor Ian Olver.

“By participating in events like Pink Ribbon day, the public can help Cancer Council provide support services to improve the quality of life

for those affected by breast cancer, along with

research into potential new treatments and

prevention measures.”

Breast cancer is the most common cancer

diagnosed in females in Australia and it is

estimated that almost 13,300 Australian women

will be diagnosed this year.

A lesser known fact is that approximately 100

Australian males will also be diagnosed with the

disease.

The Australian Air Express towing tractor is

TMH Qld’s second involvement with specially

painted machines for cancer awareness.

In 2008 TMH (QLD) painted two Toyota 8-FG20

forklift trucks (one pink and one blue) so

Pershouse Produce could spread the breast

cancer and prostate cancer message at the

Brisbane Produce Markets.

Pink Toyota towing tractor supports breast cancer awarenessTravellers at Brisbane Airport have witnessed a unique Breast Cancer Awareness promotion in recent weeks, thanks to a pink air freight Toyota towing tractor.

TMHA used equipment sales manager Glen Ryan (second from right) presents the forklift to Mission Australia’s Terrence Harrison (second from left). Also pictured are TMHA field service manager Harry Beckhaus (far left) and

Triple Care Farm manager Warren Holt (far right).

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Jimmy Possum has been producing locally-made furniture for almost 20 years.

The business began in a backyard shed in Harcourt, central Victoria, with one employee. It now employs more than 150 people Australia-wide.

The new FD 500 series truck is the first Hino on the fleet for Jimmy Possum.

“Trucks are pivotal in transporting our furniture from our Bendigo factory to the eight outlets around the country in Bendigo, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane and Adelaide,” said Gordon Tivendale, Jimmy Possum general business manager.

“We transport all of our own furniture from Bendigo to our stores across five states. We chose to do this over contracting couriers to do the work.

“Our trucks do up to 4000km a week depending

on which state they visit, so reliability is crucial for the successful operation of our business,” he said.

“This is why we need a truck that can go the distance while also being efficient to run.”

The company prefers to keep its trucks for about six to seven years before replacing them.

“A couple of our other trucks on the fleet are getting a bit long in the tooth, so we’ll look at talking with the Hino dealer when the time comes - they’ve been very helpful thus far,” Mr Tivendale said.

“Our trucks aren’t forced to carry heavy loads but the extra grunt of the Hino certainly helps make light work of transporting our stock long distance.”

Robert Bulger, sales manager at Bendigo Truck Centre, said company owner Alan Spalding came into the dealership and asked for a quote

on a Hino.

“Jimmy Possum is a great Australian business,

so getting them into a Hino is excellent. We will

provide the customer service that this company

requires.

“They have been thinking about buying a prime

mover and a rigid vehicle - we’d love them all to

be Hino vehicles,” he said.

Jimmy Possum is the only manufacturer in the

country producing furniture from both new and

recycled timbers in classic and contemporary

designs.

Owners Margot and Alan Spalding, together

with their family (five of their seven children,

one son-in-law, an aunt and a cousin) are

all involved in the day-to-day running of the

business.

Official Australian Industrial Truck Association

(AITA) industry sales results for the 2011

calendar year show TMHA captured over 30

per cent of the total Australian forklift market.

TMHA sold in excess of 4,500 forklifts during

2011, 12 per cent more than its nearest

competitor and over 20 per cent more than

TMHA’s total 2010 sales.

TMHA accounted for one in every three internal

combustion forklifts sold in Australia, with a

market share of approximately 34%.

It has now led the Australian internal

combustion counter-balance forklift market

uninterrupted for 25 years.

On a state-by-state basis, TMHA was the

overall number one forklift supplier in Victoria,

Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania, and equal first in the largest market, New South Wales.

TMHA also led the combined three and four-wheel battery electric forklift segments in 2011, and increased its overall 2011 sales in all combined battery electric forklift segments by 19% compared to its 2010 sales result.

TMHA Executive Vice President & COO, Steve Takacs, said the 2011 results were an outstanding result for the company and its customers, especially with TMHA retaining the number-one position overall in forklifts.

“To be number one confirms Toyota’s trusted name in forklift trucks and the quality of TMHA’s range of counter-balance and warehouse equipment products,” he said.

“It’s all about the depth of the TMHA model

range, with the Toyota, BT and Raymond

brands, and the overall quality of the machines

in that range.

“Backing that up is our nationwide 100 per cent

factory-owned branch network and the effort

we devote to customer service and after-sales

product support.”

TMHA offers Australia’s most comprehensive

range of material handling equipment.

“The success of our products begins with our

parent company Toyota Industries Corporation

(TICO) as well as Toyota’s industry-leading

investment in research and development,

coupled with a dedicated commitment to

quality,” Mr Takacs said.

Hino part of the furniture Toyota’s quarter century of forklift successAustralia’s largest producer of furniture manufactured from recycled timbers has

taken delivery of its first Hino truck.Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has retained overall national forklift market leadership and achieved a quarter century of dominance in internal-combustion counter-balance forklifts.

www.hino.com.au

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Toyota raises the bar with new Optio order pickers

Toyota launches energy eff icient new 7000 series reach forklifts

Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) is set to launch a new range of BT order-picking forklifts that raise the bar for driveability and safety while helping to boost productivity.

The new BT “Optio” L-Series trucks, available in

1000 to 2700kg capacities, build on the success

of the superseded OPUS range.

Optio’s leading features include E-Man steering

concept; low step-in; BT Powerdrive system;

Sensi-platform lift including elevating controls

(P-models), and an integrated shrink fi lm holder.

“The E-Man concept’s electrical servo steering

makes steering easier at low speeds, provides

less stress on operators’ arms and keeps them

safely inside the truck’s profi le,” said TMHA

brand manager Dean Watson.

“Optional sideways adjustable steering boosts

ergonomics when driving in the fork direction or

walking alongside the truck.”

Safer entry and exit is made easier thanks to

Optio’s low step-in height, while a new design

backrest offers greater comfort and

suits all sizes of operator.

A host of storage compartments can

accommodate items and an integrated shrink fi lm

holder comes as standard.

“The optional E-bar allows the operator to fi t

a host of peripheral equipment such as code

scanners and laptops and carry them safely,” Mr

Watson added.

Optio offers improved drive performance thanks

to the Optimised Truck Performance program.

“Speed is reduced when the drive wheel angle

exceeds 25 degrees improving stability and

safety when cornering,” Mr Watson said.

Optional Frequency Adapted

Suspension smoothes

Optio’s ride

over harsh surfaces by dampening vibrations

from the platform’s fl oor.

P-models (OSE250P, OSE120P, OSE180XP)

also feature sensi-lift, which raises the entire

platform by 980mm for safe elevated picking

work.

With lift heights up to 4150mm and Sensi-lift the

OSE120CB model offers the added fl exibility of

stacking and order picking capabilities in one

package.

The walk through versions provide direct access

to the pallet to facilitate picking of bulky items at

variable heights.

Additional options for all models include

a folding seat for added comfort;

30kg-rated picking table; second-level

step-up kit, climber skids for easy

entry and exit of bottom-boarded

pallets, and electronically-

controlled automatic fork

height adjustment.

Raymond’s new stand-up 7500 and sit/stand 7700

forklifts, which supersede the 7400 and 7600 models,

introduce a host of new features headlined by

innovative new “Eco-Performance” benefi ts..

“Eco-Performance means performance without

compromise,” said TMHA brand manager Mr Dean

Watson.

“The new Raymond 7000 Series Reach forklifts

provide the latest in economic and ecologic

technologies, so your warehouse not only saves

power — it actually creates power, while lowering

costs and increasing productivity.”

“The 7000 Series regenerative braking saves energy

and reduces component wear. All high capacity 7000

Series models offer regenerative lowering technology

(optional on other models) that actually creates power,

as up to 10% of the amps are returned back to the

battery when the truck is lowering its load.”

“This means less battery changes and reduced

downtime.”

“Additionally, Raymond’s AC motors, unlike DC-

powered trucks, deliver the same level of performance

until the battery wears down with considerably less

maintenance requirements,” Mr Watson said.

Other highlights of the new 7000 Series include low

maintenance electric steering and braking, Raymond’s

exclusive steered idler wheel, single axis

control handle with a natural ‘shake

hands’ confi guration, and an open

view mast, which offers superior

visibility during operation.

The 7000 Series’ base legs, now

fabricated from composite ductile iron,

are mounted to the chassis via eight bolts

and two integral studs.

This allows them to absorb stress far better than

base legs with welded joints.

“Raymond’s innovative design features represent

a considerable step-up and the 7000 Series reach

forklifts would bring signifi cant benefi t to any

workplace,” Mr Watson said.

Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) is answering the demands of cost and environmentally-conscious operators with the release its new Raymond 7000 Series Reach forklifts..

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Engineering the perfect blend of quality, performance and reliability was the driving force behind the 5SDK range of Toyota Huski skid steer loaders. Developed and tested in Australia, the Huski 5SDK features exceptional strength, manoeuvrability, and driver comfort, all backed by Toyota’s trusted reputation for delivering quality equipment and professional after sales support. Available in operating loads from 320kg – 900kg, you can be assured that there’s a Huski model guaranteed to put you at the head of the pack.

Giving our Aussie earth a shift in the right direction.

Able Hire commissioned the two machines at its

impressive facility in Kirrawee, Sydney.

The 320kg operating load 4SDK4 and 650kg

operating load models are the fi fth and sixth

Toyota Huskis Able Hire has owned in the last

decade.

Company Director Jeff Bell said the latest

machines continue the Toyota tradition of

producing tough, reliable and easy to operate

skid-steer loaders.

“We changed brands ten years ago, when our

skid-steer supplier changed franchises,” he said.

“We had a large Toyota machine to begin with and

that proved to be a great machine, better than the

previous brand.

“Then we added a smaller 320kg operating load

model and that was an even bigger improvement

over what we’d previously had on the fl eet.”

Jeff Bell said Able Hire will next year celebrate a

quarter of a century in the builders’ equipment and

truck hire business.

He co-owns the business with his brother Paul.

Jeff Bell said Able Hire operated three rental

outlets until three years ago, when it consolidated

into one brand new facility in

Kirrawee.

“We hire throughout Sydney

with a full range of builders’

equipment, cheery pickers, tip trucks and removal

trucks,” he said.

Toyota Material Handling offers a comprehensive

range of six Huski skid steer loaders nationally,

from the 4SDK4 to the 900kg operating load

5SDK11 - the largest model in Toyota’s 5SDK

skid steer loader range.

Able hire puts Toyota Huski’s to workAn award-winning builders’ equipment hire company has extended its 10-year association with the Toyota Huski brand by commissioning its two Huski skid-steer loaders.

Jeff Bell (left) and brother Paul, co-owners of Able Hire, with their Toyota Huski 4SDK4 skid-steer loader.

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FJ Cruiser scoops 4x4 of the year award

Toyota’s FJ Cruiser capped off its first year on sale in Australia by winning 4x4 Australia magazine’s 4x4 of the Year title.

FJ Cruiser beat the Jeep Grand Cherokee

diesel, Range Rover Vogue TDV8 and

Mercedes-Benz G 350 BlueTEC to take the

top prize.

4x4 Australia editor Fraser Stronach said FJ

Cruiser had finished the competition strongly,

winning favour with the six experienced judges.

“Coming into the week-long 4x4 of the Year

test, the FJ Cruiser was very much the outsider

and a good deal behind,” Mr Stronach said.

“But as the testing unfolded and the kilometres

rolled by, the FJ proved itself to be the real

deal and not just a ‘look-at-me wannabe’.

“Don’t be fooled by the FJ Cruiser’s toy-car

styling as, underneath, lies the well-proven

and robust mechanicals of Toyota’s immensely

popular Prado.”

Toyota Australia executive vice president

David Buttner said the award recognised

Toyota’s concerted effort to bring exciting new

products to the Australian market place.

“FJ Cruiser underlines Toyota’s prowess in

four-wheel drive vehicle design backed by

popular retro styling,” Mr Buttner said.

“It is the latest vehicle in the Toyota range to

bring renewed energy to our brand alongside

the Rukus and the upcoming 86 sports car.”

4x4 Australia magazine will publish the 4x4 of

the Year feature in its February 2012 edition.

www.toyota.com.au

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At Toyota Material Handling, we place an important emphasis on expert service to keep your forklift working and your servicing costs as low as possible.No matter what forklift brand you use, Toyota Material Handling’s factory trained technicians use the latest diagnostic equipment to ensure a fast and accurate

diagnosis, that helps to save you time and money. It’s all part of our Toyota Service Advantage, and just another reason why a Toyota Material Handling service is genuinely better for your forklift and your pocket.



We stand behind every forklift we service.(We also get under it, look inside it, and thoroughly inspect it.)

Andrew Borsato from TMHA’s Coffs Harbour

branch won the apprentice section of the

contest, which culminated in a two-day practical

and theory test at the company’s Moorebank

(Sydney) headquarters.

His prize is a study trip to Raymond Forklift

Corp’s headquarters in Greene, New York

State.

Raymond is one of three key warehouse

product lines in the Toyota Material Handling

range, along with Toyota forklifts and BT Lift

Trucks.

Andrew Borsato is the second apprentice forklift

technician from the NSW North Coast to win

the award in three years, with TMHA’s Lismore

branch producing the 2009 winner.

In Toyota’s skills contest for fully qualifi ed forklift

technicians, three winners received a $2,000

voucher each for skills development - as the top

specialists on the three equipment brands within

the Toyota Material Handling group.

Shaun Xerri from TMHA Sydney won the

Toyota Industrial Equipment fi nal, after last year

winning the BT Lift Truck section.

Andrew Redmore from TMH (VIC) was fi rst in

this year’s BT skills contest and TMHA Sydney’s

Chris Attard won the Raymond skills fi nal.

Almost 200 THMA service technicians and

apprentices from around Australia completed

two forklift-service theory tests to determine the

fi nal nine technicians and six apprentices who

would compete in the fi nals in Sydney.

TMHA technical advisor/trainer Gerry Larney

said the annual TMHA skills competition has

been running for more than 20 years.

“The contest is designed to keep Toyota

forklift technicians at the pinnacle of industry

standards,” he said.

“Toyota has always been at the forefront of

forklift technician training in this country - and

in fact pioneered specialist TAFE training for

Australia’s forklift technicians.

“We see the skills contest as having a direct

benefi t for our forklift customers, because a high

skills standard among our technicians increases

both customer satisfaction and workplace

safety,” Mr Larney said.

Apprentice forklift technician wins trip to USAA New South Wales forklift apprentice has won an educational tour to the US in Toyota Material Handing Australia’s (TMHA’s) annual National Skills Competition.

TMHA National Skills Contest winning apprentice Andrew Borsato, with TMHA executive vice president and COO Steve Takacs (left), and TMHA president and CEO Terry Unnai.

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MAJOR SERVICE SALE

* These specials are trade prices only and there is no obligation for TMHA Dealers or Agents to comply with these specials. Prices effective from 1 February 2012 until 31 March 2012. TMHA reserves the right to change, without notice, at any time prices, materials and specifi cations. TMHA, to the extent permissible at law, is not liable to any person for loss or damage arising from reliance upon information contained in this catalogue. Distributed nationally by Toyota Material Handling Australia Pty Limited ABN 38 104 644 635, 8 Secombe Place Moorebank NSW 2170. Printed January 2012.

MAJOR SERVICETO SUIT TOYOTA

7 & 8FG15 - 30 MODELS

• 90 Point Inspection, Service and Report on:

• Engine, Fuel, Electrical & Cooling Systems

• Transmission & Inching System

• Differential, Wheels and Braking System

• Hydraulic & Mast System

• Steering System

• Safety System

• Free Pressure Clean & Paint Repair*

(Subject to scheduled times & availability)

To be completed at TMH Workshops. Transport included.

$1,950 INCLUDES

GST*

PLUS FREE SPORTS PACK!Includes sports bag and cap.


* These specials are trade prices only and there is no obligation for TMHA Dealers or Agents to comply with these specials. Prices effective from 1 February 2012 until 31 March 2012. TMHA reserves the right to change, without notice, at any time prices, materials and specifi cations. TMHA, to the extent permissible at law, is not liable to any person for loss or damage arising from reliance upon information contained in this catalogue. Distributed nationally by Toyota Material Handling Australia Pty Limited ABN 38 104 644 635, 8 Secombe Place Moorebank NSW 2170. Printed January 2012.

MAJOR SERVICE SALEMAJOR SERVICE

TO SUIT TOYOTA 4SDK8 & 5SDK8,9 MODELS

• 90 Point Inspection, Service and Report on:

• Engine, Fuel, Electrical & Cooling Systems

• Hydrostatic Transmission System

• Wheels and Final Drive System

• Hydraulic System

• Safety Systems

• Free Pressure Clean & Paint Repair*

(Subject to scheduled times & availability)

To be completed at TMH Workshops, Transport not included

$1,000 INCLUDES

GST*

PLUS FREE SPORTS PACK!Includes sports bag and cap.



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