TIL Limited has announced the completion of its 400th Hyster-TIL ReachStacker at its Kharagpur, West Bengal, manufacturing facility. The milestone marks 14 years of production since the launch of its first ReachStacker in 2010, with the company planning to produce over 50 units in the next fiscal year.
The company increased its output from three units in its first year to over 50 units annually during the 2016–2019 period. The Hyster-TIL RS46-33 ReachStacker model currently in production has a lifting capacity of 46 tons. It includes an ergonomic cabin, real-time performance monitoring through an integrated IoT system, and operational modes designed for improved fuel efficiency. TIL’s testing protocols include GPS-enabled braking verification and comprehensive load assessments.
“The technological sophistication of our 400th ReachStacker represents our commitment to continuous innovation,” said Pinaki Niyogy, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Technology Officer at TIL Limited. “The newly designed ergonomic cabin offers all-around visibility while our integrated IoT ecosystem enables real-time performance monitoring.”
The Kharagpur facility includes a dedicated ReachStacker testing track and CNC-enabled manufacturing systems. According to Alok Kumar Tripathi, President of TIL Limited, these capabilities support the company’s ongoing focus on expanding into new markets.
TIL’s ReachStackers have been exported to over 40 units in international markets including Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. The company’s partnership with Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. has played a role in these exports.
“Our 14-year collaboration with TIL exemplifies the power of strategic partnerships in driving manufacturing excellence,” said Rajesh Wazarkar, Vice President and Managing Director, India Operations, Hyster-Yale. “We remain committed to this partnership that has successfully delivered equipment to customers across continents.”
TIL Limited was established in 1944 and manufactures material handling and infrastructure equipment at two facilities in Eastern India.
