Fork-lift and other works trucks; fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by other than electric motor

hs code 842720 covers a crucial segment of the material handling equipment industry, which plays a vital role in the broader logistics and supply chain ecosystem. These self-propelled, non-electric fork-lifts and other works trucks fitted with lifting or handling equipment are essential tools for efficiently moving, stacking, and managing goods and materials in a wide range of industrial, commercial, and warehousing applications. The demand for these versatile machines is driven by the need for improved productivity, safety, and optimization of storage and transportation processes across various sectors of the economy.

The production of hs code 842720 equipment typically involves the assembly of various metal components, hydraulic systems, and electronic controls. Key steps include metal fabrication, welding, painting, and the integration of lifting mechanisms, power sources, and control systems. Manufacturers often utilize advanced computer-aided design (CAD) and computer numerical control (CNC) machining techniques to ensure precision and consistency in the manufacturing process.

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 842720 equipment include steel and other metal alloys for the structural components, hydraulic systems and motors, electronic control systems, and various fasteners and accessories. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and tools, such as welding equipment, paint booths, and assembly lines, to efficiently produce these materials handling solutions.

The primary output of hs code 842720 is a diverse range of self-propelled, non-electric fork-lifts and other works trucks equipped with lifting or handling equipment. These machines are widely used in 842710 Forklifts, 842720 Fork-lift and other works trucks, 842790 Other lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery, and 842810 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery, as well as in various manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics applications.