# Foldout Industrial Equipment Marc Zieger's 'Forklift Truck' Folds Down to Save Space By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-zieger References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/redesign-forklift-truck-for-better-lifting-and-maneuverability/) & [lintje.de](http://www.lintje.de/) Marc Zieger has redesigned the forklift into a futuristic and [space-saving piece of equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-mobility-system) entitled the 'Forklift Truck.' The 'Forklift Truck' [folds up and out](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingcube) to reveal its reworked cabin and forks. The driver's seat has been made wider and the [forks have been redesigned to bend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jlg-liftpod) like a spinal chord. These subtle redesigns will make working with a forklift a much safer and quicker experience. Check out the 'Forklift Truck' in the featured gallery and video. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Foldout Industrial Equipment:** The trend of redesigning industrial equipment to be more space-saving and efficient, potentially disrupting the traditional forms and manufacturers of such equipment. - **Futuristic Material Upgrades:** The trend of incorporating new materials and design elements into industrial equipment to improve safety and productivity, providing opportunities for innovation for material suppliers and manufacturers alike. - **Compact Warehouse Solutions:** The trend of developing compact and space-efficient warehouse solutions to optimize space utilization, potentially disrupting the traditional design and usage of warehouses in various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry could benefit from the trend of foldout industrial equipment by introducing more compact and easy-to-store machinery into production workflows, providing a competitive edge over traditional heavy machinery. - **Warehousing and Logistics:** The trend of developing compact warehouse solutions could disrupt the traditional concept of warehouse and storage, leading to more optimized and efficient logistics management and solution providers. - **Materials Science:** The trend of upgrading industrial equipment with futuristic materials and design elements will create opportunities for materials science innovation, and material suppliers who can provide novel solutions for practical applications in various industrial settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flatpack Oceanic Lifeboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-rescue-lifeboat.md) - [Fold-Away Sleek Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-desk.md) - [Expandable Electric Cargo Trikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-folding-cargo-bike.md) - [Modular Fold-Out Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-wooden-workstation.md) - [Flatpack Cyclist Safety Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-helmet-concept.md) - [Fold-Down Workstation Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workspace-furniture-solution.md) - [Space-Saving Foldable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-desk1.md) - [Storage-Friendly Origami Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kerf.md) - [Foldable Pilates Equipment Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-pilates-equipment.md)