Modern Materials Handling - December 2011

FOCUS ON Casters/tuggers/cartsPortable cart includesrechargeable batteryIdeal for inventory management, the PCseries mobile powered cart has on-boardpower to run a computer, a printer andother devices simultaneously. The cartoffers shelf space for products and otheritems. Portable, with 6-inch rubber swivelcasters and no cord trailing behind, thecart is easily rolled into place and securedwith locking casters. All models have aload capacity of 500 pounds, and featurea rechargeable battery with capacity forup to 12 hours of normal use. Carts comein dimensions up to 24 x 48 x 37 inchesand may be customized with one of fivedifferent battery/inverter/charger packages.Newcastle Systems, 781-935-3450,www.newcastlesys.com.Move 150,000-pound loadswith rechargeable, batterypoweredpusherThe pedestrian-operated, batterypoweredPower Pusher comes with abuilt-in battery charger that plugs intoa standardoutlet. With afootprint lessthan 2 squareyards, the unitcan be easilystored at a jobsite and ortransportedfrom siteto site. One person can use the deviceto efficiently and safely push, pull andmaneuver wheeled loads up to 150,000pounds, or loads with high rolling resistance,reducing the risk of back injuries.Features include a soft touch controlfor smooth and accurate maneuvering,permitting the pusher to move breakableloads safely. NuStar, 800-800-9274,www.powerpusher.com.Platform truckredesigned to lowerrolling resistance, priceThe re-configured PB1108 2,000-poundclass platform truck has been reworkedfollowing the principles of design formanufacture and assembly (DFMA).Features include a sturdy all-steel frameand kiln-dried hardwood deck thatmuffles noise and protects the loadfrom damage. The cycle time to buildthe cart has been reduced, allowing fora reduction inprice and factoryshippingin 24 hours. Toimprove rollabilityand ergonomics,runninggear hasbeen enhancedwith 8 x 2 inchmold-on rubbertired wheels and ball bearings thatreduce required starting forces by 20%.Hamilton Caster & Mfg., 800-733-7655,www.hamiltoncaster.com.Work-in-process bench truckOffering up to 2,000 pounds totalcapacity depending on the casterspecified (5-inch polyurethane, 8-inchmold-on rubber, or 8-inch full pneumatic),Eurocraft bench trucks featureall-welded construction for enhancedstrength and durability. The trucksfeature single-point, individual lockingdrawers and a 16-gauge steel top. Eachdrawer can hold up to 100 pounds andaccepts optional dividers for organizationof contents. Measuring 24 x 20 x25 inches, the cabinets include threemounting positions for optional shelvesand are outfitted with two swivel andtwo rigid casters. A tough, powdercoatedfinish comes in four colors: red,green, blue or gray. C&H Distributors,888-316-2223, www.chdist.com.Preventcargotheft withportablesecurity cartA line of securitycarts help preventcargo theft enroute from distributioncenter tostore. The cartsfeature four or five foldable sides ofheavy wire, integrated shelving, zincplatedmesh grid and solid panels thatare easily locked to provide secure storageand handling. Ideal for protectionof high-value items, high-theft items orother items that cannot be transportedsecurely with another method, the cartsare used in the automotive, pharmaceuticaland electronics industries. Measuring30 x 45 x 72 inches, they hold up to1,000 pounds and roll on phenolic casters,two swivel and two fixed. CannonEquipment, 800-252-0944, www.cannonequipment.com.Lockable security cartprevents theft, tamperingThe RC-81 security cart sports doubledoor fronts and a locking mechanismto secure displays and products safely,quickly and easily. With side mesh openingsthat measure 2.25 inches squareand base mesh of 1 x 4 inches, the cart52 D e c e m b e r 2 0 1 1 / Modern Materials Handling mmh.com