The company demonstrates AI-powered safety innovations and data unification platform at the UK’s premier intralogistics event.
BIRMINGHAM, UK – July 16 – Powerfleet, a global leader in artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) software-as-a-service solutions, will showcase its comprehensive warehouse safety technologies at IMHX 2025. Scheduled for September 9-11 at the NEC Birmingham, the event is the UK’s leading trade show for intralogistics, supply chain management, and material handling innovation.
Powerfleet will demonstrate intelligent solutions that tackle critical safety challenges in British warehouse operations at Stand D87. Central to the company’s offerings is a comprehensive software and hardware ecosystem that lays the foundation for data-driven operational excellence across mixed forklift fleets.
The demonstration comes as UK workplace safety statistics highlight the urgent need for advanced safety solutions. According to the British Safety Council, there are over 1,300 forklift-related accidents in the UK every year – an average of five for every working day. Recent Health and Safety Executive figures show that being struck by moving machinery or vehicles remains one of the leading causes of fatal injuries in UK workplaces, with 27 workplace deaths reported in the last year alone.
“British warehouses face mounting pressure from faster delivery demands, labour shortages, and the constant threat of costly accidents,” said Ingmar Schoemacher, Director of Enterprise Sales for the European region at Powerfleet. “Our integrated AIoT ecosystem provides real-time safety intelligence that enables operations managers to prevent incidents before they occur, transforming warehouse safety from a compliance requirement into a competitive advantage.”
Speaking Session: Industry Expertise on Hidden Risks
Powerfleet will host a speaking session titled “The Hidden Warehouse Risk That Will Cost You Your Job” on Wednesday, 10 September, from 10:45-11:15 AM. The session will feature Schoemacher alongside Martijn Graat, founder of LogisticsMatter and host of the Does Logistics Matter? podcast.
Graat brings over 20 years of industry experience, having begun his career as a logistics engineer at DHL and Menlo Logistics before founding his thought leadership platform focused on supply chain and logistics innovation. The session will be conducted as a live podcast recording, offering an unscripted, conversational exploration of technology strategies that leading facilities use to eliminate operational blind spots.
Comprehensive Safety Solutions on Display
At Stand D87, Powerfleet will showcase its suite of in-warehouse safety solutions designed to protect workers and optimise operations across any forklift brand.
Pedestrian Proximity Detection uses AI-enabled vision technology to identify pedestrians and vehicles without the need for wearable devices or special infrastructure. The system offers automatic object detection with configurable alert zones, real-time visual and audible alerts, and comprehensive event data collection, including breach location, time, and operator identity.
Forklift Gateway (VAC) acts as the command centre for warehouse safety operations, providing automated tracking and management of industrial vehicles and operators. Main features include driver authentication through wireless access control, customisable multilingual electronic safety checklists, machine-learning impact sensors for damage detection, and ongoing performance monitoring.
The Unity platform addresses the challenge of fragmented data across warehouse operations by offering a single source of truth for all safety information. The platform integrates with IoT devices and third-party systems, delivering AI-powered insights for better decision-making while enabling automated compliance reports and custom safety alerts.
These solutions have delivered measurable results for clients globally. A leading food and beverage company achieved an 85% reduction in accidents and damage alongside 100% compliance with key safety metrics after implementing Powerfleet’s comprehensive safety ecosystem across more than 2,500 pieces of material handling equipment.
“The statistics demonstrate that traditional safety approaches aren’t keeping pace with modern warehouse demands,” Schoemacher added. “Manual checklists get skipped, mixed fleets from different manufacturers create operational blind spots, and when incidents occur, investigations rely on guesswork rather than facts. Our technology transforms real-time data into actionable intelligence, enabling proactive accident prevention while streamlining regulatory compliance.”
Addressing Mixed Fleet Challenges
Unlike conventional OEM solutions that lock operations into single-manufacturer systems, Powerfleet’s hardware-agnostic approach works seamlessly across any forklift fleet – Toyota, Crown, or any combination of brands. This capability addresses a critical challenge for UK warehouses operating mixed equipment portfolios while maintaining unified safety standards.
Powerfleet’s presence at IMHX 2025 targets decision-makers in the manufacturing, retail, distribution, and logistics industries. The company’s solutions address the increasing complexity of warehouse operations, where advanced safety technology has become crucial for sustainable business growth.
If you’re facing challenges with forklift accidents, compliance documentation, or operational visibility across mixed fleets, visit Stand D87 to experience first-hand demonstrations of how Powerfleet’s Pedestrian Proximity Detection and Forklift Gateway solutions can address these critical issues.
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About Powerfleet
Powerfleet is a global leader in artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) software-as-a-service solutions that optimise mobile asset performance and unify business operations. The company’s data science insights and advanced modular software solutions drive digital transformation through comprehensive safety and efficiency platforms.
