Material Handling Product News articles from April 2002

Material Handling Product News archives from April 2002

Collapsible bulk containers.
April 1, 2002... ORBIS manufactures eight sizes of collapsible BulkPak containers that provide excellent product protection and reduced return freight costs, while improving efficiencies throughout the supply chain. These durable containers offer a 2000-lb....

Ergonomic Drum Transporter.
April 1, 2002... Ergonomic Drum Transporter from BASCO requires less than 40 lbs. of force to manually lift a full 55-gallon drum weighing 660 lbs. This stainless steel drum transporter is designed to take the strain out of lifting and moving drums, reducing...

Work benches accommodate two people.
April 1, 2002... Thirty-two pre-engineered 96" wide work benches are now stocked for immediate shipment from Lyon Workspace Products. Big enough to accommodate two people working side by side, these ergonomically designed work benches represent significant cost...

Mezzanine loading system.
April 1, 2002... The Automatic Mezz Net from Incord is an advanced safety system that prevents workers from falling from the mezzanine, it automatically senses the arrival of a forklift and opens the gate as the driver gets there. Since the gate opens when the...

Heavy-duty lift trucks feature side-tilting cab.
April 1, 2002... Comfor-Cab II, a new ergonomically designed side-tilt cab from Hyster Company, significantly improves the serviceability of H170-360HD heavy-duty lift trucks by pivoting to the right --- enabling instant operator access to the engine,...

Ink jet printers. (New Literature).
April 1, 2002... By coding directly on corrugated surfaces, packages can be coded clearly, concisely and with accurate registration with the use of Little David Microjet Printers from Loveshaw. These redesigned ink jet printers feature a narrower nose that...

Belt conveyors. (New Literature).
April 1, 2002... Dorner's new catalog highlights the Modular Plastic Belt (MPB) conveyor series. The MPB catalog details the advantages of low-profile conveyors when blended with the application flexibility of plastic belts. The modular plastic belt enables...

Hydraulic Lift Tables. (New Literature).
April 1, 2002... Durant's Hydraulic Lift Table and Machine Base Catalog includes a line of standard hydraulic lift tables in weight capacities to 2000 lbs. and table sizes to 30" x 48". Die handling tables and a large selection of heavy-duty machine bases are...

Galvanized Wire Rack Decking. (New Literature).
April 1, 2002... Unlike painted decking, GALVA*DECK Galvanized Rack Decking does not chip, scratch or corrode with time. J&L wire decks for bulk storage are designed with waterfalls in the front and rear for safety when hand loading. These waterfalls prevent...

Hydraulic restraint. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The TRUK STOP STAR 4 from Kelley Company effectively prevents premature trailer departure, trailer creep and trailer landing gear collapse. This hydraulic-powered restraint features design simplicity for easy operation, and has solid state...

Semi-Automatic Palletizer. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... "No-Lift" Semi-Automatic Box Palletizer provides a low cost alternative to the tedious and strenuous task of stacking boxes onto pallets. An operator simply guides boxes off the conveyor and rolls them onto the palletizer's ball transfer table...

Battery operated portable lift. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Lift Products has added two new models to the Maxx-Mobile portable lift table line. The electric lift is ideally suited to those operations that require frequent lifting and lowering or prefer the convenience of not having to manually pump up...

Parallel Shaft Gearmotor. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The M4000 GIL200 Series is a permanent magnet DC Parallel Shaft Gearmotor. Its compact die-cast design provides a high output torque. UL and CSA approved, these gearmotors have speeds up to 350 rpm and voltages ranging from 12 to 180 VDC. These...

Conveyor-belt cutting tool. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The Clipper 845LD Cutter is an aluminum conveyor-belt cutting tool that augments the company's earlier steel cutter line with 15% lighter weight alternatives for easier handling, plus added features for better operation. Designed for light duty...

Electronic Assembly Trays. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... LEWISBins+ has introduced Electronic Assembly Trays to their line of ESD-Safe products. The trays, available in Static Dissipative material, provide excellent resistance to solder, abrasion and chemicals and are easily cleaned in steam or...

Dock control panel. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The updated Dok-Commander combination control panel integrates multiple control components at each dock position. The Dok-Commander system offers a simple, space-saving wall configuration by eliminating multiple control boxes and power lines on...

Reach truck. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The 5200S Series reach truck from Crown has a fold down seat that allows operators to sit, lean, or stand depending on the task at hand. This flexibility for the operator increases productivity, especially when operators literally stay on the...

Work positioners. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Advance Lifts offers 36 models of lift and tilt tables for production and assembly operations. The lifts come in capacities from 2000 to 5000 pounds with vertical travels of 24, 36, and 48 inches. The platform sizes range from 24 x 36 inches to...

Sweeper/Scrubber. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The 7200SS Sweeper/Scrubber saves time and money because it sweeps and scrubs in just one pass. Highly maneuverable, the 7200SS is ideal for warehouses and manufacturing facilities. The unit also offers a patent-pending, plug-resistant squeegee...

Floor level palletizer. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The Columbia Machine model FL100 is a versatile floor level palletizer that is ideally suited for bottled-water production lines. Designed to handle everything from bottles in trays to six-gallon cases, the machine can run plastic cases as well...

Polypropylene tote. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... TydenTek's new VeriTote combines the convenience of a small container and the protection and tracking capabilities of a DataSeal. This rugged polypropylene tote has a TydenTek electronic cargo security seal built-in, making the VeriTote...

Custom Stair Towers. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Custom Stair Towers provide safe, permanent access to interior and exterior structures. These stair towers are offered in welded or bolt-together styles. Landings are provided at the top of the stair run and at each floor level, as needed....

Tool chests. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Magnum MG5610 10-drawer chest and MG5612 12-drawer tool cart feature the Posi-Latch drawer securing system that is designed to keep drawers closed during moving. The Magnum tool chest is designed with industrial quality gas struts to assist in...

End-of-line part handling shuttle increases stamping press speed and efficiency at Tower Automotive. (Technology at Work).
April 1, 2002... To increase the efficiency of inspecting and handling large stamped parts, Tower Automotive's Clinton Township, MI stamping facility is using part handling shuttles at the exit ends of a tandem press line and a transfer press. The conveyor and...

Rack protector. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... "Guard Dawg" is Steel King's affordable solution to preventing costly rack damage. The heavy-duty, low-profile guard is finished in bold industrial yellow. It anchors to the floor to protect vulnerable areas of rack rows. Guard Dawg's high...

Heavy Duty Pit Scale. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Heavy Duty Pit Scale for weighing steel features built-in rails that allow carts of steel to be rolled on and off the scale. Center loaded shear beam load cells are protected against damage with Sterling's cross link assemblies. Sterling Scale...

Micro-Motor for light-duty belt conveyors. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The Micro-Motor is a 24 volt brushless DC geared motor that is ideally suited for light-duty belt conveyor applications, such as pharmaceutical, cosmetic packaging and electronics assembly. Micro-Motor features a compact right angle design that...

Storage and Dispensing System. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The IFH Storage and Dispensing System for oils, lubricants, and industrial fluids is a centralized system that can be located anywhere in a plant, and is available in 21 standard models. Systems include six, eight, nine, or more modular...

Web 2002 directory.
April 1, 2002... www.republicstorage.com www.republicstorage.com is home to Republic Storage Systems Company, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of steel shelving, storage rack, specialty storage products, mezzanine systems and lockers. With...

Standby Flooded Battery. (Spotlight On Batteries/Chargers).
April 1, 2002... The LCT 11-1700 Premium Standby Flooded Battery Incorporates a floating epoxy post seal design and features solid copper posts to improve short duration (less than 5 hours) rates. The long-life battery for standby applications is offered with a...

Battery chargers. (Spotlight On Batteries/Chargers).
April 1, 2002... Expanded line of EXIDE chargers for motive power applications helps increase the life expectancy of batteries through advanced charging features that strictly monitor the charging process to minimize battery overcharging and undercharging. To...

Heavy-duty fast charger. (Spotlight On Batteries/Chargers).
April 1, 2002... Manufacturers with electric lift truck operations can charge their trucks during breaks and shift changes with the PosiCharge ELT heavy-duty fast charger from AeroVironment Inc. PosiCharge ELT models 600 (in photo) and 750 are designed for fast...

Tubular plate lift truck battery. (Spotlight On Batteries/Charges).
April 1, 2002... Tubular plate lift truck batteries from GNB Industrial Power are designed to be used with electric lift truck models In Class I, II and III. The tubular technology enables batteries to deliver a larger amount of consistent, reliable power than...

Mobile rigging machine. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Royal has introduced its newest model Rig-N-Lift, the Model 25/35. This unit has a basic capacity of 35,000 lbs. with the chassis extended. The Model 25/35 is equipped with a V-6, 100-hp gas/LP or diesel engine, oil cooled wet disc brakes,...

Side seal wrapper. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Nidek TS33CF side seal horizontal wrapper is designed to wrap a variety of oversized retail and industrial products. The TS33CF which operates at speeds of up to 60 packages per minute, easily wraps very large products, knock down boxes,...

Fold-down, reusable container. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The Fold-A-Tote replaces the labor, cost and risk-intensive cleaning process with a single trip, disposable plastic liner set in a reusable container that folds down from a height of 62" when full to 25" when empty. Ideal for the storage and...

Tool belt attachment for hand trucks. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The ToolCaddie is a universal attachment system that fits every kind of hand truck. This tool belt for hand trucks features eight attachment points that hold it firmly to the hand truck. The ToolCaddie consists of five pockets of varying sizes...

Walkie straddle stackers. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Model EJB 25/35, heavy-duty walkie straddle stackers from Multiton MIC Corporation feature regenerative braking to provide long service life in numerous material handling operations. The EJB 25 and EJB 35 Straddle Stackers feature a...

Four-point load beam. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The Caldwell Group has developed this four-point load beam to lift 375 ton steam turbine assemblies from a 400 ton overhead bridge crane. It is designed to use either wire rope slings or round slings, with slide-on pin protection sleeves for...

Case erector. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The new O/K Durable TGA series automatic case erectors/bottom sealers feature a patented Tri-Grip-Arm that erects and squares cases by gripping on three sides for fast and positive case control. Features include size changeover in seconds...

Counting Scale. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Model PC-220 Counting Scale from Weigh-Tronix features patented high-resolution vibrating beam technology. This digital innovation provides display resolution of 1:30,000. With an internal resolution of 1:1.5 million parts, the PC-220 delivers...

Operator height adjustable workbench. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Lista International Corporation has introduced Height-Right, an operator height adjustable workbench that is ideal for testing, repairing and assembling electronic equipment. The new workbench provides 15" of movement from the bottom to the...

Barrel and drum scale. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The RoughDeck BPS from Rice Lake Weighing Systems is a low-profile barrel and drum scale for industrial processing and shipping/receiving applications. Barrels can be safely transported with a dolly onto the nonskid, treaded weighing surface...

Mobile storage cabinet. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... All-welded, extra heavy-duty 12-gauge storage cabinet is 66" wide, 60" high, 34" deep and has an overall height of 68". It features two adjustable shelves, forklift pockets, stainless steel swivel casters for indoor and/or outdoor use, eyebolts...

Portable dock lift. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The new MHL Series Mobile Hydraulic Dock Lift is a portable loading dock designed for places where a stationary dock lift is not practical. This versatile dock solution accesses any truck style and truck bed heights both inside and outside a...

Open work benches. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Penco's open work benches offer a rugged platform for all types of work. Designed as a classic workstation, standard units include a top, legs and a stringer. Four types of top materials, including Tuff Top and a steel top are available for...

Industrial batch oven. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... This electrically heated oven from Benko Products Inc. features uniform heating capabilities up to 750 [degrees] F, precise temperature control, plenum and horizontal air flow. Rugged, all-welded stainless steel construction ensures durability....

Wheel Weighing Scale. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The portable Alliance/CAS RW-Series Wheel Weighing Scale features cast aluminum construction, has a 1" LCD illuminated display, is battery operated and comes with an AC adapter/charger. Available in 10,000 and 20,000 lb. capacity models, up to...

Strap hoist/winch. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Columbia brand power winches and hoists utilize a high strength strap, rather than rope or chain, for load handling. The strap eliminates load rotation and spooling problems, and is easier to handle, inspect, and install. More than 100 standard...

High precision rollers. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The 1800 Series of high precision rollers, designed for accuracy in heavy-duty conveyor applications, is available in a variety of tube diameters and shaft configurations to meet specific requirements. These ultra-quiet rollers incorporate...

Advanced lifting and balancing system. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The iLift is an advanced lifting and balancing system designed for assembly and material handling environments. Featuring a "float mode," vertical speeds up to 4.9 feet per second and programmable automation, the iLift allows operators to meet...

Drum discharging system. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... This unit lifts and discharges products from drums loaded at floor level. The Lift & Seal System provides a dust-tight seal, preventing product loss and contamination. Safety caging protects both employees and equipment. A volumetric feeder...

Magnetic Conveyors. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Pre-Engineered Bunting Standard Frame Magnetic Conveyors offer low initial cost, low maintenance, and compatibility with other conveying equipment. These conveyors are modular in design so the purchasers can assemble complete conveying systems...

Modular storage bins. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Economy line of ball bearing equipped modular storage bins are manufactured from cold roll steel and feature a spot weld construction with a black painted powder coated finish. These bins are available in four and seven drawer versions, all of...

3X3 power and free conveyor system. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... New 3x3 power and free conveyor from Ziniz, Inc. offers stout X-348 design with the simplicity of enclosed track power and free chain-to-chain transfer. The rivetless chain design allows for higher chain pulls and longer runs. This eliminates...

Overhead trolley system. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The CargoMaster can transform a semi-trailer from a freight container to a mobile material handling system. No need for forklifts or space at a loading dock. CargoMaster allows you to load or unload freight from ground level to anywhere inside...

Rollers and bumpers. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Fairlane Products, Inc. has added new 1" wide rollers to the company's existing line of rollers and bumpers. Rollers and bumpers are used in a variety of materials handling, assembly and manufacturing applications where parts movement and...

Air-actuated lift table. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... Air-actuated lift table is designed to tilt containers into an ideal working position for more comfortable placement or removal of parts. The lift table runs completely off shop air with no electricity, hydraulics or related maintenance...

Parts counting scales. (New Products).
April 1, 2002... The CB line of scales is designed for counting parts with extreme ease and accuracy. The lightweight CB counting scales can be easily carried from one area of the plant to another. Although light in weight, the scales are rugged, extremely...