Modern Materials Handling - April 2010

AGVsprogrammable optical sensors for safe operation nearpedestrians and in confined spaces. The AGVs follow aself-adhesive magnetic tape for simple setup with no floormodifications. Toyota Material Handling, 800-226-0009,www.toyotaforklift.com.Robotic pallet truck handles 8,000 poundsThe vision-guided GP8 robotic pallet truck frees skilledemployees by performing non-value-added work by automatingpallet transport. Afteran operator positions thevehicle’s 96-inch long forksunder the pallet, the industrialmobile robot transports palletsto an assigned location,automatically positions them,and returns to the originalstarting point—or other preassignedlocation—for morework. The vehicle handles upto 8,000 pounds and stores25 miles of learned routes.Powered by a 24-volt DC battery, thevehicle travels at a maximum speedof 3.5 miles per hour. Seegrid, 877-733-4753, www.seegrid.com.SAMShown with Optional Pedestal MountYour Complete LiftingSolutionReactionArmShown with Optional Pedestal MountTransfer ArmLodeArmShown with Optional Trolley MountTaurusShown with Optional Pedestal MountVisit www.positech.comRoller forks handlepalletless loadsUsing a patented roller fork mechanism,the pallet-free automaticguided vehicle eliminates the needfor pallets within a facility. The vehiclehandles loads on slip sheets andoffers stacking and push back rackcapability. It may also be used for pallethandling. The automated systemreduces labor costs, product damageand operational costs. HK Systems,262-860-6715, www.hksystems.com.mmh.com MODERN MATERIALS HANDLING / A P R I L 2 0 1 0 47