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SMH Safe-T-Alert®: smart, safe business
Thursday, 05 August 2004This is testSystems Material Handling Company offers a full line of Safe-T-Alert® back-up alarms, available in a wide variety of models for all material handling and industrial equipment vehicle applications. Safe-T-Alert® back-up alarms are manufactured in the USA and feature:
• Single and multi-volt styles from 12-80VDC
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Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A. introduces new stand-up rider lift trucks
Thursday, 29 July 2004This is testIRVINE, Calif., United States - Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. (TMHU), the leading lift truck supplier in the United States, today introduced its new 7-Series Electric Stand-Up Rider Counterbalance lift trucks. Available in 3,000 lb. to 5,000 lb. capacities, the new line is exceptionally rugged and durable while providing technological advancements and ergonomic enhancements that reduce noise, improve performance and increase operator comfort.
Built on a heavy-duty 5,000 lb. chassis, Toyota's new Stand-Up Rider lift trucks feature independent, function-specific motors for optimum performance. These separate, task-specific motors operate more efficiently than multi-purposed single motor configurations. They operate cooler by generating ... |
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ULH brings new products to market
Thursday, 29 July 2004This is testUnit Load Handling (ULH) of Friendswood, Texas, USA has signed distribution agreements with ATIB srl of Italy, Shulte-Henke Gmbh and Durwen Gmbh of Germany to distribute standard and custom designed forklift attachments in the USA. The products of these companies are manufactured for ULH and sold under the Unit Load Handling label. The products are customized for the US marketplace and some bring new features not seen before in the US.
ATIB manufactures a broad selection of standard clamps, carton clamps, positioners, rotators, push pulls and uprights with capacities ranging from under 2000 lb all the way up through the ... |
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New EBLO seatbelt safety system
Thursday, 08 July 2004This is testEBLO Seating BV, the biggest seat supplier in Europe, has officially launched its new seatbelt safety system.
This GBS-E protection system, now available worldwide, can be easily fitted to almost 95% of forklifts and is safe and user-friendly.
This system is fully-approved and has a worldwide pattern.
The special seatbelt retractor is designed to give the driver room to move but, if the forklift tips more than 15° sideways, the belts locks and keeps the driver in place.
The special damper which opens the system can be adjusted so the opening speed can be the same in cold storage houses ... |
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SMH Announces New Company Logo
Thursday, 08 July 2004This is testAs part of an overall effort to integrate the corporate identities of SMH® and the TVH Group to reflect a true global presence, SMH® has unveiled its new company logo.
The new SMH® logo is based upon the current TVH logo, with the most visible change being the incorporation of an iconic forklift with the SMH acronym. "We are very pleased with the new logo," said SMH® President Pat McLaughlin. "It provides an immediate visual reference to our company's core business."
SMH® and TVH began to promote and expand their joint strategic world presence soon after the announcement of TVH's ... |
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Concrete Grinding Group flat out at Intel
Thursday, 08 July 2004This is testConcrete Grinding have recently completed a second phase of work at the Intel production and storage facility in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Using their unique Laser Grinder process, Concrete Grinding upgrade floor flatness in narrow aisle warehouses to allow the safe and efficient use of the VNA forklift trucks. Previous work, in 1998, in the same warehouse included high tolerance floor grinding to 20 narrow aisles. This latest phase, completed in less than 1 week, was to add a further 3 aisles, each being approximately 34 metres in length.
The 'dust-free' grinding work was carried out whilst normal warehouse activity ... |
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New pivot seat now available for forklifts & utility trucks!
Thursday, 01 July 2004
The Huddle Group has introduced the "Transport" retrofitable pivot seat.
The "U-TURN" Pivot is also available as a stand alone unit, retrofitable with all seats and trucks!
• Universal - fits most seat/truck combinations
• 15-degree pivot
• Choice - "Both Way" or "One Way" pivot
• Low profile - only adds 5/8" to height
• Durable, heavy-duty construction
Huddle also has a "Rebound" suspension unit (for WBV and low-frequency vibration) and a full ergonomic seat incorporating both the U-Turn and Rebound.
CONTACT: Huddle Group, +1-260-470-9838, visit www.huddlegroup.com, or email: rovitt@huddlegroup.com. |
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RAVAS introduces RWV Autonome RF weighing system for forklifts
Thursday, 24 June 2004
RAVAS Europe has introduced the RWV Autonome RF weighing system, featuring forks-to-indicator radio communication. No cables means the system is easily installed, and loads are weighed instantly. The RWV Autonome RF is a variant of the RWV Autonome. The RF combines these advantages with an indicator within reach of the driver. The signal from the forks is communicated by radio, and each indicator has its own address, ensuring each system communicates only with its own indicator.
MORE INFORMATION? Contact RAVAS Europe BV, The Netherlands. See www.ravas.com or email jacob.blom@ravas.com.
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TVH-Group Thermote & Vanhalst: Headquarters have started with large scale parts move
Thursday, 17 June 2004
TVH-group Thermote & Vanhalst (www.tvh.be) - market leader in the distribution of forklift parts - has begun moving forklift parts to a new site in Waregem.
Olathe-based Systems Material Handling Co (www.smhco.com) is moving from its current 130,000 square foot facility by September, 2005, to a new facility 2 miles away.
TVH Australasia's (www.tvh.com.au) Sydney operation will be moving to new larger premises, double our current size. The move will take place 1st of July.
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Meclift introduces the new variable reach truck ML 1200RP
Thursday, 10 June 2004
Oy Meclift Ltd, a Finnish manufacturer of variable reach trucks and side reach stackers, has launched the ML 1200RP for jumbo paper rolls.
The ML 1200RP is Meclift's response to handling large paper reels. The ML 1200RP has a telescopic twin boom configuration with an integrated multiple arm rotatable clamp. The machine is capable of an 8 tonne lift to a clamp centre height of 5 metres and has an outreach of 1.85 m.
Further information:
Oy Meclift Ltd
tel. +358 20 743 1120
fax +358 20 743 1121
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RAVAS introduces RWV Autonome RF weighing system for forklifts
Friday, 04 June 2004
RAVAS Europe has introduced the RWV Autonome RF weighing system, featuring forks-to-indicator radio communication. No cables means the system is easily installed, and loads are weighed instantly. The RWV Autonome RF is a variant of the RWV Autonome. The RF combines these advantages with an indicator within reach of the driver. The signal from the forks is communicated by radio, and each indicator has its own address, ensuring each system communicates only with its own indicator.
MORE INFORMATION? Contact RAVAS Europe BV, The Netherlands. See www.ravas.com or email jacob.blom@ravas.com.
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EMC Forklift Parts release new replacement parts catalogue - Edition 5
Friday, 04 June 2004
EMC Forklift Parts offer the most informative and comprehensive parts catalogue for Japanese 1.5 to 3 tonne capacity forklifts in the south pacific region. With over 25 years experience in spare parts, EMC designs, manufactures and distributes quality replacement parts and accessories for the Southeast Asian region. Located at the doorstep of Asia's large manufacturing network, EMC works with quality manufacturers to offer the most cost-effective replacement products for your forklift needs. For your copy of the new EMC catalogue email info@emcgateway.com or log onto www.emcgateway.com.
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CASCADE INTRODUCES 55H FORK POSITIONER
Thursday, 27 May 2004
Cascade Corp has introduced the 55H Fork Positioner, a cost-effective fork positioning system for class II, hook-type carriages.
The 55H Fork Positioner comes in 37, 41, 49-inch widths, and other widths are available on request. With a 5500lbs. capacity and a simple, no-weld installation design, the 55H uses standard forks and provides excellent visibility.
Fork positioners allow drivers to position forks from the driver's seat - an inexpensive way to dramatically increase productivity.
Use Cascade's ROI calculator (www.cascorp.com/forkpositioners) to see how you'll have a return on your investment in under a year or call 800-CASCADE (227-2233).
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CELLEX POWER PRODUCTS TO TRIAL HYDROGEN FUEL CELLS AT WAL-MART
Thursday, 27 May 2004
Cellex Power™ has announced that a Wal-Mart subsidiary will field trial Cellex's fuel cell products for electric forklifts.
President Chris Reid said "Lead acid batteries typically last only 4 to 8 hours. A depleted battery is replaced with a freshly charged battery 2 to 3 times a day, reducing productivity and increasing costs." Reid added "our hydrogen fuel cell products increase productivity and decrease operational costs, produce zero harmful emissions and will possess additional environmental benefits."
For more information on Cellex:
CONTACT: Blair Lill, Marketing Manager. Phone: 604.248.3552, email: blill@cellexpower.com, website: www.cellexpower.com.
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2nd TRANS PAN PACIFIC 2004 KOREA EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE
Thursday, 13 May 2004
Following the successful Trans Pan Pacific 2003 Australia Exhibition & Conference (180 delegates from 17 countries) hosted by Port of Melbourne Corporation, the 2nd Trans Pan Pacific Korea Exhibition & Conference takes place in Busan, Korea on June 29-30 at the Paradise Hotel & Casino Busan - one of only two Korean 5-star hotels in The Leading Hotels of The World.
A two-day exhibition will present 30 ports, container terminals, container handling equipment manufacturers, intermodal transport services providers and event sponsors.
For details contact Jane Loh on info@transportevents.com, by phone on +60-3-8023-5352, or visit www.transportevents.com.
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SMH LAUNCHES IRMN® VERSION 5.0
Thursday, 13 May 2004
SMH has released version 5.0 of its Information Resource Management Network® (IRMN®). Created by SMH in 1997, IRMN® 5.0 was re-written to dramatically increase response times.
Pankaj Shah, instrumental in the creation of IRMN®, stated "Even we were surprised with the increased response times."
Major improvements include:
• 5 times faster
• E-mail order confirmation
• Search parts in Catalog Pages or Drawings
• View parts images
• Inquire/Order multiple parts up to 50 items
• Use IRMN® to prepare quotes
• Look up a “Recommended Spare Parts List” for models you service
MORE INFORMATION?
Web: www.smhco.com
Phone: (800) 255-4109
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EMC FORKLIFT PARTS RELEASE NEW REPLACEMENT PARTS CATALOGUE - EDITION 5
Thursday, 06 May 2004
EMC Forklift Parts offer the most informative and comprehensive parts catalogue for Japanese 1.5 to 3 tonne capacity forklifts in the south pacific region. With over 25 years experience in spare parts, EMC designs, manufactures and distributes quality replacement parts and accessories for the Southeast Asian region. Located at the doorstep of Asia's large manufacturing network, EMC works with quality manufacturers to offer the most cost-effective replacement products for your forklift needs. For your copy of the new EMC catalogue email info@emcgateway.com or log onto www.emcgateway.com.
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LASER FLOOR GRINDING SPEEDS IKEA DELIVERIES
Thursday, 29 April 2004
The Concrete Grinding Group has brought significant efficiency increases at an Ikea distribution centre in Spain.
The 75,000sqm building includes a 20,000sqm area should have been laid to DIN 15185 floor flatness standards, but a profileograph survey found the floor did not meet the standard.
Using two LaserGrinder machines, Concrete Grinding formed 380mm-wide wheel tracks in each of the 24 126-metre-long aisles. Vacuums on the machines minimised dust so the warehouse operate normally.
For more information, contact:
Concrete Grinding Group
Tel: 01484 600085
Fax: 01484 600095
Email: info@concrete-grinding.com
Web: www.concrete-grinding.com
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PUT LONG LOADS IN THEIR PLACE, INDOORS AND OUT, WITH THE 4D MULTILOADER
Thursday, 29 April 2004
Omega Lift Manufacturing has launched its most versatile forklift: the 4D MultiLoader.
The Omega Lift 4D Multiloader is a four-way all-wheel drive, all-wheel steer, all-wheel brake forklift that combiones a four-way reach truck, a regular forklift and a sideloader.
The 4D MultiLoader comes in capacities of 8,000/ 10,000/ and 12,000 pounds, with a Perkins diesel, GM gas, or GM LPG engine. Many masts are available, and load bed sizes range from 36 to 60 inches. Super elastic tires are standard.
More information?
In the US, call 1-800-927-0385
In South America, call 1-800-927-0385
In Canada, call 1-866-857-6456
Website: www.omegalift4dml.com
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FSIP ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS
Thursday, 08 April 2004
Flight Systems Industrial Products (FSIP) has announced several promotions within its management team:
• FSIP President Barry Bowman has been promoted to President of the Brynavon Electronics Group (BEG);
• Jay Evans, Quality Control Manager, was promoted to Vice President of the BEG and President of Ramsey/AVCOM;
• Eric Cowan, Director of Remanufacturing, was promoted to Vice President of Operations for FSIP; and
• Steve Lloyd, Sales & Marketing Director, was promoted to Vice President of Sales & Marketing for FSIP.
For more information, see www.fsip.biz or contact Steve Lloyd at marketing@fsip.biz or (717) 254-3747.
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