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34 Round-Up NEW PRODUCT A host of new forklift models CeMAT 2008, the international materials handling and logistics exhibition held recently in Hanover, Germany, saw forklift truck manufacturer Jungheinrich unveil several new additions to its extensive range of equipment. New models on display included: • Two completely new ranges of three- and fourwheel electric counterbalance trucks. The trucks feature sideways battery exit and full electric steering while the latest fourth generation AC technology ensures that the new models offer very high productivity and low running costs. • The latest version of the LITERATURE Storax Racking Systems, a leading provider of high-density storage systems for pallets and other unit loads, has just released a new brochure. Comprising 12 Jungheinrich very narrow aisle EKX 513-515 Kombi order picker/stacker. The original model was launched last year and its clever use of RFID to enhance the truck’s performance and safety was enthusiastically received by truck users. At CeMAT Jungheinrich demonstrated how they have taken the concept one step further with the introduction of technology that allows the truck to communicate independently with the warehouse management system (WMS) and maximize productivity through intelligent lifting and travel functions. • An upgrade of the popular ETV C16/20 indoor/outdoor reach New racking brochure pages, it is illustrated throughout with various photographs and drawings and gives detailed information about Storax’s range of mobile racking. Storax say that the truck. Thanks to its high ground clearance and superelastic tyres Jungheinrich’s second generation ETV C16/20 reach truck is suitable for work both inside and outside the warehouse or distribution centre during lorry loading and offloading. It features a host of functions designed to improve throughput and, therefore, reduce handling costs. For example the new model brochure also explains how to minimise the amount of land needed for a warehouse, minimise the size of investment required for a new warehouse project and how to release extra warehouse capacity without expanding the building. For a free copy of the new brochure, visit www.storaxsystems.com and complete the ‘contact us’ form. has electric 180° steering with a small and quietly operating steering wheel, while Curve Control – Jungheinrich’s successful truck stability system -– is fitted as standard. • A new electric pallet truck – the ERE 225. The truck features a newly developed cushioned platform and an electric tiller to ensure maximum efficiency and operator safety during operation. • The EJE C20 - a new energy efficient electric pedestrian pallet truck. Designed to be suitable for order picking and light stacking work and equipped with a powerful, maintenance-free drive motor with AC technology, the truck offers high levels of energy efficiency as well as high travel speeds and powerful acceleration. www.jungheinrich.co.uk May 2008 www.ukwa.org.uk May 2008
Round-Up 35 NEW PRODUCT Terminal tractor designed for distribution centres Kalmar Industries has launched a new terminal tractor designed specifically to meet the operational requirements of European distribution centres. According to to Kalmar, compared to conventional over-the-road trucks its new purposebuilt TT612d terminal tractor can turn around trailers at least twice as quickly. The new vehicle is designed to offer excellent manoeuvrability, low operating costs, superior cabin comfort, easily accessible service points as a top consideration in constructing a productive, low-cost workhorse, the TT612d’s cabin has been totally redesigned to include a taller rear doorway. Only one low step separates the cabin from rear deck, ensuring an easy, smooth entry and exit for the driver. Kalmar’s new distribution tractor also facilitates safe movements even in poor and wet conditions with wide stairways on both sides of the rear deck and the industry’s largest level work space. Timo Matikainen, sales in Europe, comments: “Today, Europe’s extensive network of retail and logistics depots continues to grow as more customers require enhanced speed-to-market and just-in-time deliveries and inter-European Union commerce continues to rise. Kalmar’s overwhelming reputation as the preferred supplier of terminal tractors to the mature North American distribution market laid the groundwork for successfully introducing the modernised, purpose-built TT612d model to customers and reliability. With Director in charge of in Europe.” driver comfort and ease Kalmar’s terminal tractor www.kalmarind.com <strong>FOR</strong>KLIFT TRUCKS Elevated position Yale has introduced a raised operator version of its Veracitor VX lift truck. With a 500 mm higher operator position than standard Veracitor VX, the raised operator module on the new model is designed to make handling double height pallets or taller loads safer and more productive. Having a higher driving position for the operator has distinct advantages when handling timber, paper or food and beverages in larger volume loads. The raised operator module offers clear forward vision over the load when travelling forwards and better allround visibility when using attachments and manoeuvring in tight spaces. There is also no load capacity reduction due to the raised cab position. STORAGE Automated options Racking manufacturer Mecalux reports that it is now concentrating its R&D investment on automated storage solutions. Automated options currently available from the company include a miniload automated warehouse for boxes, an automated warehouse for pallets and conveyor-based systems for pallets and boxes. Mecalux say that prior to any project being undertaken, a thorough logistics study is undertaken to identify a company's requirements and product movements to ensure that the optimum solution is created. The Flimmer industrial air cleaning system from Zehnder Clean Air Solutions continuously vacuum cleans the air and removes dust from a building before it can cause product damage. The system is already in operation at warehouses and distribution centres throughout Europe as well as key installations within the UK such as Dairy Crest, IKEA, Walkers Crisps, Cannon Confidential and Fullers. Email sales@zehnder.co.uk fior further information www.ukwa.org.uk June 2008
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