Side Loader Forklift Tucks (heavy duty)
Nature of dispute / problem:
The Design and Maintenance of side loader forklift trucks was licensed under an exclusive distributor agreement. It was alleged that the Design improvement agreement was not adhered to and consequently the products effectiveness and position in the market place was adversely affected.
Work completed:
- Examined the forklift trucks for design defect.
- Components reviewed included hydraulic lift cylinders, hydrostatic drive, electrics, engine mountings, fuel pipes, brakes and axles, chassis and steering.
- Reviewed and analysed maintenance records and defect reports
- Assessed design modifications proposed and implemented.
- Reviewed the exclusive distributor agreement with regard to engineering design and improvement.
- Work reported in written form for the Court
- Oral evidence given at Court, ICC International Court of Arbitration (Geneva)
