The power behind material handling

Material handling plays a vital role in keeping our economies moving. From warehouses and ports to the most demanding rugged terrain, Perkins engines give you the smooth, quiet, precision power you need to get the job done.

For more than 40 years our engines have been powering everything from forklifts to port handling equipment and that experience means we understand the operational challenges you face and we tailor our range of engines to provide the perfect fit. The result? Higher uptime, greater reliability and lower cost of ownership.

We understand that thousands of businesses worldwide rely on their ability to transfer goods efficiently, moving everything from steel, timber and concrete to components, products and food. Perkins engines are developed specifically to perform in the most demanding material handling applications, leaving you to concentrate on getting the job done.

Our engines can cope with the diverse challenges that material handling presents. The stop start nature of forklift truck operations places particular demands on the engine. Likewise, the success of port handling and baggage operations is driven by exceptional machine availability and constant operation.