Material Handling Product News articles from September 2005

Material Handling Product News archives from September 2005

Electric Pallet Trucks.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. has introduced its 7-Series range of Class 3 Pallet Trucks, offering six new enhanced models. Features include an ergonomic control handle and a soft-cushioned rider platform. Options include additional...

Wire Roll Cart.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... The dimensions of Carico's RC-148 Wire Roll Cart are 48" wide x 18" deep x 70" high. The cart has a nickel-chrome plated finish to prevent rust. It features three shelves although additional shelves are available and can be placed as close as...

Mobile Toolboxes.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Mechanic's Toolboxes are mini workstations and high-density storage cabinets on wheels. The Toolboxes can be easily maneuvered to bring parts, tools and equipment directly to repair sites. They feature a wide top drawer for storing longer tools...

"GAPmaster" delivers product gapping without a drive.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Ermanco has introduced a solution for gapping products in systems with moderate throughput. When GAPmaster is incorporated into the discharge bed of an Ermanco NBA-23 narrow belt accumulation conveyor, it is driven by the same belt that drives...

Portable Electronic Scale.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Intercomp's CW250 Portable Electronic Scale with Infrared Remote Control now features Canadian Legal for Trade Approval with a compact portable design. The CW250 Portable Electronic Scale is offered in 14 different models with capacities...

Multi-drawer cabinet.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Rousseau Metal offers a heavy-duty storage cabinet with multiple modular drawers. Four cabinet dimensions are available: 48" x 24", 48" x 27", 60" x 24" and 60" x 27". Drawers are available in 10 heights ranging from 3" to 14". Cabinets are...

Electric 24V Reach Trucks.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has introduced its new generation of reach trucks, the ESR15N-Generation electric 24V Reach Truck. The lift trucks feature Alternating Current (AC) traction, a heavy-duty mast with pantograph design and ergonomic...

85 degree tilter.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Part racks and containers can be tilted up to 85 degrees with these tilters from Air Caster Corporation. The tilters improve the ergonomics of loading or unloading operations. The tilt deck is rotated from zero to 85 degrees by two hydraulic...

High volume, low speed fans.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2005... Big Ass Fans has introduced a simplified but still highly effective version of their high volume, low speed fans. The Big EZ Fan runs at a continuous speed, either forward or reverse and needs no separate fan controller, In addition, no...

Conveyor line.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Wire Belt offers CarrySmart, a made to order line of conveyors. The CarrySmart line includes Flex-Turn, Flat-Flex Straight, Flat-Flex Shuttle Conveyors and CarrySmart Spreader or Converger Specialty Conveyors. The Flex-Turn Series of power...

Safety rail system.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Cubic Designs offers the SafetyRail, an industrial safety rail system. SafetyRail is professionally engineered to protect people and equipment from costly accidents caused by lift trucks and other in-plant vehicles. It is designed to be used...

Voltage monitoring extends battery life.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... A voltage monitoring function that is added to the Shockswitch ID and RFID units extends battery life and reduces electric lift truck motor, relay contact and other electric component failures such as expensive SCR control packages. Running...

Crane systems, intelligent assist devices help companies increase productivity.(Overhead Equipment)(Cover Story)
September 1, 2005... Gorbel Inc. has been providing overhead material handling solutions since 1977, when they were founded as a manufacturer of manually rotated jib cranes. Gorbel's product line now includes enclosed track work station crane systems like ceiling...

Vacuum Tube Lifting System.(Applications & Solutions: Overhead Equipment)
September 1, 2005... The Anver Tube Lifting System for precast concrete pavers and blocks features a special foam-seal vacuum pad that is made of a closed-cell foam with an outside skin and serrated edge to seal against rough surfaces with minimum vacuum loss....

Magnetic Lifting Frames.(Applications & Solutions: Overhead Equipment)
September 1, 2005... Custom designed for specific lifting applications, STRONG-MAG Lifting Frames help move metal sheets around plant facilities securely. The Lifting Frames can be easily attached to an overhead crane or a forklift and lowered onto the sheets to be...

Overhead lift kit workstation.(Applications & Solutions: Overhead Equipment)
September 1, 2005... The SnapTrac from Kundel Industries, Inc. is an overhead lift kit workstation designed for both personal and business use. The SnapTrac can be powered up in a shop, barn or garage. It is designed for a variety of lifting applications. The...

Vision sensor.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... PresencePLUS P4 EDGE 1.3 vision sensor makes highly detailed automated error-proofing and inspections possible at a low cost. The vision sensor uses a 1280 x 1024 pixel imager (1,310,720 pixels) to capture minute details of multiple features at...

Low-profile linear guides.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... DryLin N low-profile linear guide systems are designed for high-speed applications. DryLin N is extremely flat with a small mounting height and width. Plastic gliding elements run in an anodized aluminum rail, which enables oil-free,...

Portable task light carts.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... LDPI Lighting has expanded its series of portable light carts which provide an extra light source to work areas. The line includes several models--Class I. Div. 1 explosion proof; Class I, Div. 2 hazardous location; general industrial task...

Lauyans & Company purchases carousel line.(Spotlight On: ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2005... Lauyans & Company, Inc. has purchased the complete line of automated storage and retrieval carousel systems from Richards-Wilcox, Inc. The product offering consists of the full-line of automated vertical and horizontal carousel-based units as...

Pneumatic chain hoist.(Spotlight On: ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2005... CM Industrial Products, a division of Columbus McKinnon Corporation, has expanded its line of pneumatic chain hoists with the launching of the Lodestar Air XL. These air hoists features capacities from 2 to 7-1/2 tons and are metric rated. Air...

Modular rack with light security feature protects inventory.(Spotlight On: ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2005... Quixxsmart Structures Inc. has introduced a new security option for their modular racking systems. The security feature provides effective part containment when point of use racking systems are unmonitored on the plant floor. The security rack...

"Z-Lift" tilters.(Spotlight On: ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2005... Designed to position a container to the most convenient working height and angle, the Z-Lift Tilter from Southworth simplifies machine feeding applications. Lift and tilt are achieved independently but with a single mechanism, making the unit...

Powered vacuum lift-tilter.(Spotlight On: ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2005... The VPF-59 AIR Series Vacuum Lifter and EZ-Tilt Adapter allows one person to easily pick up plywood sheets and features the added capability of manually tilting the sheet for loading into a vertical saw. A large front handlebar makes...

Adjustable-height workbench.(Spotlight On: ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2005... A new adjustable-height workbench from Unidex, Inc. is constructed of stainless steel for use in sanitary or corrosive environments such as food and beverage and chemical processing. The AHW Series workbench provides instant adjustments of...

Long load handling lift truck.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Combilift Ltd. has added the C8000 long load handling lift truck to its product line in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The C8000 long load handling lift truck is an 8000-lb. capacity, 4-directional vehicle with an LP gas engine designed...

Platform truck.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Lift Products, Inc. offers product improvements to the Moto-Cart, an electric, self-propelled platform truck that is designed for numerous material handling applications. Standard features include both forward and reverse power, variable dial...

Industrial AC drive.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The Reliance Electric GV6000 multipurpose industrial AC drive is the newest member of the Reliance Electric AC Drive family. The GV6000 AC drive is ideal for stand-alone, retrofit or new equipment where high power density is required. Every...

Personnel lift.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The Model SSV10 store support vehicle from JLG Industries, Inc. has a working height of 16'. The self-propelled vertical lift has operator weight capacity to accommodate 350 lbs. with an additional 250 lbs. of cargo on the material tray. The...

Flow Cell with Tilted Pick Shelf.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The Flow Cell with Tilted Pick Shelf from Unex Manufacturing, Inc. is a complete modular unit including posts, beams and "drop in" tilted shelf. Ideal for line side storage and parts picking, the shelf is angled at 22 degrees to maximize view...

Heavy-Duty Cart.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Heavy-Duty Cart DB-256 with the companion Dumping Frame DF-1256 from CECOR Incorporated enables heavy loads of chips or other waste to be dumped ergonomically. With a capacity of 27 cubic feet and a load rating of 1500 lbs., the DB-256 can move...

Label holders from top to bootom.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Aigner Index is a manufacturer and distributor of insertable label holders for material handling applications. Products come with self-adhesive, magnetic or hook/loop backings. Trade names include Holdex, Superscan, Slip-Strip, Wire-Rac and...

Rack and conveyor guard netting.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Rack and conveyor guard netting from Carron Net Company can reduce costly product damage and significantly reduce the danger of employee injury. 0ne-hundred percent nylon mesh industrial nets provide durable, cost-efficient protection and help...

CAT Cart.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... The Nu*Star C-120 CAT Cart with barrel attachment can lift and move a drum weighing up to 500 lbs. and offers turning ability at 90 degrees for space restricted areas and lifting capabilities. Since the unit is battery powered, the environment...

Propane cylinder handling.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... American Standard Manufacturing, Inc. has added the Pit Stop[TM] Propane Fuel Depot to its line of propane cylinder storage and handling products. The Pit Stop" is designed to virtually eliminate manual handling of heavy propane fuel cylinders....

Lift tables.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... This comprehensive catalog from Lift Products, Inc. features the MAX-Lift line of scissor lift tables. Lift Products manufactures an extensive variety of lift tables and other ergonomic products. Products include the Double MAX-Lift and...

Battery Watering System.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Millennium SPW Battery Watering System is independent of water supply pressure, topping accurately at any water supply pressure from low gravity head to 35 psi (2.4 bar). Millennium SPW tops off batteries in as little as 15 seconds and allows...

Lifting solutions.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Autoquip provides lifting solutions for numerous applications. Products include scissor lifts, docklifts and vertical conveyors. High-Lift Hand Truck is available in two different sized models with a capacity of 2,220 lbs. Autoquip offers...

Safety light curtain.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Banner Engineering Corp. offers new features for the EZ-SCREEN non-contact, point-of-operation machine guarding safety light screen system. Additions include fixed blanking to accommodate materials and tooling inflow with no reduction of...

Dock light.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Phoenix Products Company, Inc. has introduced a compact fluorescent docklite[R] to its line of lighting fixtures. The docklite[R] has three times the lamp life compared to the 150 watt incandescent lamps commonly used in dock lighting...

Plastic pallet FM-approved.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... ORBIS offers a high-density polyethylene, 40" x 48" pallet approved by Factory Mutual Research Corp. (FM) for having met fire rating requirements equivalent to wood pallets. The 40"x 48" Heavy Duty Structo-Cell pallet meets Factory Mutual's...

Machinery guarding/materials mgt.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Catalog includes safety and guarding solutions for equipment, mezzanines and in-plant offices. Rigid PalletGard wire mesh panels keep product from falling off storage racks. Self-dumping hoppers, chip and waste trucks and manual tilt trucks are...

Custom material handling solutions.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Positech offers manipulators with custom tooling and other special customized products. Positech designs, manufactures and services manipulators in three power sources: electric, hydraulic and pneumatic. Products are used in a wide range of...

Econo-Skid.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... The lightweight Econo-Skid from RHINO is made of extruded aluminum. The one-way pallet, which is designed for overseas shipping, has a load capacity of 3000 lbs. racking, 3000 Lbs. dynamic and 30,000 Lbs. static. The aluminum Econ-Skid is...

Power assist solutions.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... The PowerPal 1000 from DANE INDUSTRIES is a battery-powered, user friendly workplace safety solution. The PowerPal eliminates or reduces the physical strain and risk of injury associated with moving heavy-wheeled loads. Use the PowerPal to...

Bin tilters.(Marketers' Focus)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... Advance Lifts, Inc. offers three types of bin tilters. The BT model bin tilter is a portable fork type unit designed to handle bins and containers. The BTS model bin tilter is a portable straddle fork type unit designed to handle pallets. The...

Cushion tire lift trucks.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks offers added efficiency improvements on its line of 3000 to 6500 lb. capacity N-Generation cushion tire forklift trucks. Available in eight different models with three fuel configurations, the lift trucks are...

Fork-style pallet dispenser.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The new fork-style pallet dispenser from Columbia Machine, Inc. requires little or no adjusting to accommodate a wide range of pallet sizes. This unit uses pneumatically operated carriage lift and forks to allow pallet dispensing and/or...

Vertical Lift Module features tooth belt drive.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The new Shuttle XP Vertical Lift Module (VLM) from Remstar operates at increased speeds by utilizing an industrial strength steel belted tooth belt drive. The design allows multiple points of fully engaged contact to provide increased weight,...

Drum feeder.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... This drum feeder from Material Transfer & Storage Inc. provides dust-tight discharge and feeding of powered material in an explosive environment. It includes an 8-inch rotary valve with controls, a Control Link Rotation System for 180-degree...

Tool storage line.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Machinists looking to protect precision measuring instruments and other machine shop tools will find added strength, security and storage in the new Traxx TR-Series tool storage units from Waterloo Industries, Inc. The Traxx TR-Series includes...

"Floatless" sensor.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The Leveltrak sensor from ifm efector, inc. can replace mechanical float switches. It is an electronic "floatless" that detects level without any moving parts. Using ifm's patented capacitive sensing technology, the sensor determines level by...

Ergonomic Lifting System.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Support Products, Inc. has introduced its new Ergonomic Equipment product line. This product line--designed and manufactured in-house--features a truly customizable vacuum lifting system. The Ergonomic Lifting System enables users to better...

Overhead Conveyor Systems.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Richards-Wilcox, Inc. offers an Overhead Conveyor Systems Catalog showing a complete line of overhead conveyor systems. Whether you require a manual push system or a heavy-duty, high-capacity power and free conveyor, Richards-Wilcox has the...

Inflatable packaging system.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The NewAir I.B.[TM] 200 inflatable packaging system is an inflatable cushioning solution designed to increase productivity and free up warehouse space. The all-electric packaging system automatically inflates and dispenses 1/4" height patented...

InCord--CartNet[TM].(New Products)
September 1, 2005... InCord's CartNet[TM] cart netting system eliminates the need for shrink wrap application and the handling waste it creates at delivery. Finally, an environmentally friendly, green solution to shrink wrap with reusable containment netting....

Material handling catalog.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... A new 48-page catalog has been issued by the Jarke Corporation featuring a complete line of material storage racks, mobile equipment and space savings systems. As a leader in the design and manufacture of material handling solutions, Jarke is...

Cantilever shelving option for horizontal carousels.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The new cantilever shelving option adds flexibility and versatility to Remstar carousels for automated storage and retrieval operations. Cantilever shelving offers easy access to stored items from the top and front. Cantilever shelves are well...

Hydraulically adjustable checkweigher.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Thompson Scale Company has introduced the 4693 Hydraulic Lift Heavy-Duty Checkweigher. This checkweigher is ideal for production facilities that produce heavy or bulky items and use conveyor systems that change heights, especially open-mouth...

Lightweight pallet.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... PalletKraft has introduced a corrugated pallet for domestic and export shipping. The Quantum Pallet eliminates the hassles of using wood pallets and helps companies dramatically improve their bottom line. The pallet is sturdy and lightweight...

Nestable containers.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... IPL Products, Ltd. has enhanced its FlapNest 2717-12 nestable container. FlapNest 2717-12 containers stack with lids flapped shut and nest with lids flapped open to combine product protection and security for efficient return shipping and...

Background suppression sensor.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The MINOS line of sub-miniature photoelectric sensors features an extremely small distance adjustable true background suppression sensor. Smaller than a keyboard key the MINOS measures only 8 x 12.8 mm (0.31 x 0.43 x 0.63"). Baumer Electric....

Grinding wheel storage unit.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Roll-Out Shelves with Custom Cradling are ideal for storing large items such as grinding wheels, dies, cylinders, rolls, fixtures and steel. These units eliminate two to three steps in material handling. Proper Storage Systems, Inc....

Virtual weight indicator.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... VIRTUi, developed by Rice Lake Weighing Systems, is HMI software that turns a PC workstation into a virtual weight indicator, displaying weight data and allowing operator interface directly from a computer. Rice Lake Weighing Systems....

Roller Lacer.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... An improved tool for on-site manual installation of Clipper Wire Hook Lacing in light duty conveyor belts is available from Flexco. While retaining the earlier tool's familiar name, the new Clipper Roller Lacer deeply embeds the belt splice...

Heavy-duty production chair.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... This heavy-duty production chair from Lyon features a 350 lb. capacity to accommodate virtually any body size or self-skinning polyurethane and backs are soft to the touch, extremely tear-resistant and ergonomically contoured for maximum...

Magnetic cylinder sensors.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... ifm efector, inc. has expanded their line of magnetic cylinder sensors with Giant Magnetoresistive technology (GMR) to include sensors for C-slot pneumatic cylinders. Theare Sensor bodies are 15mm long and feature top-loading mounting that...

Safety mirror covers.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Mirror Mitts are bright yellow foam pads that slip on over fender spot mirrors and feature the phrase "SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT" on the front and back sides to get the attention of people walking by. Mirror Mitts. 800-344-1923. Write In 239...

Fiber optic sensing family.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Banner Engineering Corp. has introduced its D10 Series family of compact, DIN_rail-mountable fiber cell optic sensors. Available in three different models--the D10 Expert with Numeric Display, D10 Expert with Bargraph Display and D10 Discrete...

Custom Machined Plastic Components.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Slideways Custom Machined Plastic Components are produced from materials such as oil filled nylon for handling high speeds and loads; MD-nylon, which features a dry lubricant to prevent dust from adhering to wear strips; acetal where high...

Flexible IBC/bulk bag.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... B.A.G. Corp. offers an FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container/bulk bag) made entirely of FDA accepted components for use in applications with electrostatic hazards. The OhmXD+ Super Sack container combines the advantages of both the Type D...

Stainless steel sanitary conveyor platform.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Catalog details Dorner's new AquaPruf 7400 Series stainless steel sanitary conveyor platform, which is designed to safely move food and pharmaceutical items. Low-Profile AquaPruf conveyors can take high-pressure washings with soap, water,...

Inflatable packaging system.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Sealed Air Corporation has introduced the Fill-Air Elite inflatable packaging system, which is the next generation for cost-effective void fill solutions. The compact Fill-Air Elite packaging system conveniently fits into single or multiple...

Low-profile floor scale.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The DIGI Summit 3000 is a low-profile floor scale for light industrial and legal-for-trade applications. This economic option features a diamond treadplate deck in a new classic gray color. The Summit 3000 delivers efficient installation and...

Trailer Stand.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Rite-Hite's TS-2000 Trailer Stand is designed to prevent trailer landing gear collapse and trailer tip-over. The TS-2000 fits under the nose of "spotted" trailers to help support and prevent loading dock accidents. The TS-2000 supports a...

Mobile assembly cart.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... The portable Kaizen Work Shop is constructed from the Creform system of pipes and joints and is readily available to the needs of a variety of industries with two design styles The first style provides a 4' x 8' workbench type top surface with...

Packaging equipment.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Vestil offers a wide variety of packaging equipment. Products include stretch wrap machines, carousels, strapping machines and packaging equipment such as edge protectors. The Semi-Automatic Stretch Wrap Machine features a 48" diameter powered...

Portable Drum Dumper.(Applications & Solutions: Overhead Equipment)
September 1, 2005... Lift & Seal Portable Drum Dumper from Material Transfer & Storage Inc. provides a dust-tight discharge of a wide range of fiber, plastic or metal drums of varying sizes into existing process hopper. The unit accepts drums at floor level,...

Hoists.(Applications & Solutions: Overhead Equipment)
September 1, 2005... Harrington Hoists, Inc. offers a 1/4 Ton Mini Puller designed to easily handle a wide range of applications in industrial areas. LX Mini Pullers are durable, compact and lightweight. Standard features such as a free-chain adjusting mechanism,...

Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors.(Applications & Solutions: Overhead Equipment)
September 1, 2005... Wildeck's line of WilLift Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors (VRC's) provides a safe means of moving materials (only) between different elevations. The line in-both hydraulic and electromechanical units. WilLift VRC's are used in diverse...

Powered plastic chain transfer.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... SpanTech, LLC offers the MicroSpan Transfer as an alternative to roller transfers. This powered transfer features a tight-knit MicroSpan chain providing a stable, flexible base for a smooth transport of even small, delicate products. It...

Safety barrier.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Dok-Guardian Safety brochure illustrates an innovative loading dock safety solution that is available from Rite-Hire. The brochure shows the features and benefits of two safety barrier models. The two inside pages show how the heavy-duty...

Vertical storage cabinets.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Enclosed vertical storage cabinets from Eagle MHC are specially designed for critical manufacturing, assembly and storage areas where products and components need to be securely stored in a dust- and dirt-free environment. The NSF-approved...

Bulk Container Lifting Beam.(New Products)
September 1, 2005... Caldwell's Bulk Container Lifting Beam is designed to handle flexible intermediate bulk containers quickly and easily. This standard beam fits some of the most common sizes of bulk bags with 4-lifting loops at the top. The user simply slips the...