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Material Handling News
Managing Your Lift Truck Fleet
Sometimes it makes sense to have a material handling distributor or other third party manage your organization's lift truck fleet. That way everyone in your organization can focus on your core business. Go here for a case study and more information on managing fleets.
Monitor Activity of Forklifts
Wireless equipment monitors track the activity of forklifts and other motorized equipment in warehouses and loading docks. ShockWatch Remote Data Management (RDM) service delivers critical asset information to warehouse and safety managers when their attention is needed. More information here
Pallet Conveyor Performs a Variety of Tasks
See how the LOGOMAT pallet conveyor system performs a variety of tasks. System features flexible friction roller mechanism for numerous assembly operations. Simply click here.

National Manufacturing WebExpo & Conference
Brought to you by: New Equipment Digest and Machine Design
Cost: FREE EVENT
New Equipment Digest and Machine Design host their second Online National Manufacturing WebExpo and Conference. This event brings you and your team the advantages of a traditional Manufacturing trade show without any of the travel cost! Attend an educational session, ask questions, visit a trade show booth, interact with other professionals and pick up valuable literature - from a single registration and all from the comfort of your office.
During this free event, tune in to any or all of the Webcasts featuring prominent manufacturing experts. Tune into the following presentations:
  • Avatar Partners, RFID's Role in the Synchronized Value Chain
  • Keynote Presentation on Lean Manufacturing by Fred Langer, Managing Director, Getzler Henrich & Associates LLC., sponsored by AutomationDirect.
  • Federal Signal, Is Your Facility Ready?
  • Bimba, Taking the Bounce Out of Pneumatics
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Reliability of Storage/Retrieval Systems
Several technical papers covering reliability of automated storage/retrieval systems are available for downloading at this site
Products
***AC-Powered Lift Trucks***
GREENVILLE, NC: Hyster Company introduces the next level of AC-powered lift trucks. Hyster(R) lift trucks offer maximum performance, superior energy efficiency and lower maintenance costs thanks to the use of electric AC power. Balancing experience and cutting-edge research, Hyster AC-powered lift trucks deliver numerous advantages over industry standard DC-powered and internal combustion lift trucks. Free of brushes and commutators, Hyster Company's fully AC-powered lift trucks allow maximum production and reliability. The lack of wearable parts eliminates costs and downtime associated with motor brush cleaning, checks and replacements. Energy consumption is also reduced due to improved traction performance and variable electric on-demand steering. An AC brushless hoist motor powers the advanced hydraulic system to reduce maintenance and increase uptime. The hydraulic system contributes to increased performance and energy savings through the use of powered and regenerative lowering. The system supports precise load handling with greater performance and less noise while improving battery efficiency through regenerative electricity. Hyster Company's powerful AC drive motor is designed to extend battery life to provide more runtime per battery charge and consistent performance even as the battery drains. The AC drive system also includes an extended shift feature to enable enhanced runtime without recharging over longer periods. Tests show that the Hyster new line of fully AC-powered trucks move more loads than other manufacturers in between battery changes, and requires less energy. Strong parts and control systems, customizable software and expert truck optimization enhance the performance and productivity of the Hyster AC-powered lift trucks while reducing maintenance costs and downtime. Backed by one of the largest and most experienced dealer networks in the industry. ---Hyster Co.

MPP 6-Wheel System
Click here to view Ktech's new MPP 6-wheel system product video. A few features included are a large roller top, choice of roller spacing and handle operated load stop bars. Learn more about these carts and see the product video now at www.industrialproductdemos.com



***Lifting Magnets Make Quick Work of Difficult, Time Consuming Steel Handling***
ERIE, PA: Eriez' new SafeHold(R) EPL Series Permanent Lifting Magnets lift and transfer steel and iron without slings, hooks or cables, and without marring the surface. They are ideal for a variety of machine shop operations including carrying semi-finished products with flat surfaces such as machine parts, press molds for forming, steel plates and more, according to Eriez(R). SafeHold EPL Series Permanent Lifting Magnets require fewer operators and helpers, and when properly installed and operated, they provide greater safety than other mechanical material handling devices. This line of Lifting Magnets turns on and off manually to provide smooth operation for hundreds of lifting and positioning applications. Since electricity is not needed, power failures don't interrupt the operation. There is continuous magnet power until the magnet is turned off. There is no need for a costly D.C. power supply or batteries to recharge or replace. Customers can combine several SafeHold lift magnets to conform to the specific shape and weight of complex work pieces. ---Eriez Magnetics
***VersaFill™ Material Totes***
SOUTH DEERFIELD, MA: Hardigg Cases, the company that revolutionized the packaging and transport container industry, has introduced new VersaFill Material Totes. These sturdy containers are designed for the storing and transport of items such as plastic pellets and other bulk components. Ideal for warehouse and manufacturing floors, the VersaFill Totes can be easily moved with pallet jacks and forklifts and, with lids in place, stacked securely and efficiently. VersaFill containers are built to survive years of heavy use and can withstand impacts, drops and rough encounters with forklifts and other factory machinery. Hardigg is widely recognized for creating rugged, military-grade cases for everything from weapons to sensitive electronic equipment, and originally developed VersaFill for use in its own South Deerfield, MA manufacturing facility. "We are used to solving our own problems, and the storage and transport of bulk materials was something we had to do every day on the manufacturing floor," said Matt Howell, Hardigg Cases' Product Manager, Industrial Markets. "We created a container that would meet our specifications, and immediately realized that it would be useful for our customers as well." VersaFill Material Totes are 45"x45" and 44" deep, and available in 14 colors. The containers are available with an optional liner that provides a smooth interior surface for easy removal of fine-grained items. VersaFill Material Totes comply with FDA regulation 21 CFR 177.1520, paragraphs ( c )3.1a and ( c )3.2a, and may be used in contact with food. ---Hardigg Cases

Online Material Handling Demos!
At www.industrialproductdemos.com you can find detailed and interactive demonstrations focused on the Material Handling Industry. Go to the site to view and interact with our free online demos. Learn more about the latest products in your industry.


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