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2012
Product of the Year
Materials Handling Systems
Eco-performance
truck series
The 7000 Series Reach-Fork Trucks
feature economic and ecological
benefits, maximizing the number of
pallets that can be moved per hour.
This includes regenerative lowering
that produces energy when the forks
are lowered to increase battery shift
life. The trucks were designed with an
A-frame suspension with strong steel
springs to provide a strong connection
between the wheels and frame. They
also feature an exclusive steered idler
wheel, eliminating caster snap, and
full-time traction and steering.
The Raymond Corp.
www.raymondcorp.com
Galvanized pallet trucks
Toyota’s three models of ac electric pallet trucks and
walkie riders feature a Galvanized Chassis option to protect
the vehicles while operating in wet environments. The
three models include the 8-Series ac electric walkie pallet
truck, 8-Series end-control walkie rider, and 7-Series electric
walkie pallet truck. The chassis is designed for users
who move materials in and out of cold storage facilities,
the chemical, salt and brine industries, or in areas where
frequent wash-down is required. Other features include
heavy-duty Teflon coated Polytube bushings; galvanized
metal frames; corrosion-resistant linkage pins; and galvanized
lower linkages, pull rods, and connecting links.
Toyota Industrial Equipment
www.toyotaforklift.com
Material handling
workhorses
The 8000 Series pallet
trucks are material handling
workhorses that
stand up to tough applications
while maximizing
productivity and contributing
to sustainable
operations. The design
of the pallet trucks features
increases in material
strength, enabling
them to meet heavy-duty
application needs. With
PowerSteer, the trucks
reduce steering efforts
by up to 90% and provide
speed-sensitive steering for smooth control at all speeds.
The trucks offer a number of user-friendly features including
roomy operator compartments, accessory bars, large
storage totes, and additional caster options.
The Raymond Corp.
www.raymondcorp.com
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