New Products

By Staff -- Modern Materials Handling, 5/1/2000

Electronic scaleweighs to 2,000 lb

Ideal for weighing 55-gallon drums, propane bottles, and hazardous waste materials, the CW250 portable electronic scale comes in 12 different models. They have capacities ranging from 300 to 2,000 lb. Two weigh platform sizes are available: 15 by 15 by 4 in. and 24 by 24 by 4 in. Powered by batteries, the scales operate for 8 continuous hours without needing to be charged.
Intercomp
612-476-2531

Long-range proximitysensors

Proximity sensors feature a long sensing range of 0.4 or 0.6 in. with repeatability less than 2% of rated operating distance. Depending on the model, these one-piece rectangular devices measure 1 or 1.2 in. high by 0.98 or 1.18 in. wide by 1.52 or 2.07 in. deep.
Turck
800-544-7769

Automatic stretchwrappers

A line of fully automatic stretchwrappers now accept AC variable frequency drives, maintaining the responsiveness to variable speed demands while extending the life of the motor.
Orion Packaging Systems
800-333-6556

Web-based system links customers to shop floor

Offering an e-business/ERP (enterprise resource planning) solution, this company partnered with ABB to offer a link via the Internet from customer interaction directly to the shop floor. This allows operators to view all areas of the plant and access information including active and historical work orders, fault reports, and equipment information.
IFS

Reach new heights with stair towers

Stair towers permit users to access mezzanines, racks, storage areas, and outdoor structures. Custom-engineered to meet your requirements, the stairs are available with open or closed risers, square or round handrails, and with landings at any point of the stair run.
W.A. Schmidt
800-523-6719

Product handles slip sheets and pallets

The Mark 55 push/pull lift truck attachment comprises hydraulically positionable outer platens that open for conventional slip sheet handling and close for pallet handling. The attachment handles conventional pallets and the Mark 55 four-way block-style pallet.
Cascade
503-669-6257

Stations for JIT order picking

Designed for applications such as custom kitting and packing, this modular solution enables just-in-time (JIT) order picking. The system has a modular steel construction and nylon rollers for easy movement of cases and totes. Total-lock casters provide both mobility and complete stability of the station when needed. Flow roller tracks with slip-on mounting brackets permit quick set-up times and adjustments.
Worksmart Systems
978-536-5000

Three-wheel electric rider

A three-wheel electric rider offers excellent stability with its twin steer tires. An all-hydraulic hydrostatic steering system provides reliable control. Together with the SEM motor, the General Electric GEN II transistor controller delivers quiet, smooth acceleration and deceleration.
Yale Materials Handling Corp.
800-233-YALE

Rugged rack-mount PCs

A new line of industrial rack-mount PCs feature Intel Socket 370 Celeron or Slot 1 Pentium III processors up to 550 MHz. Other features include a 6.4 GB hard drive, 32 MB of SDRAM, and an AGP video controller with 4 MB video RAM. The system includes a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port for network connectivity.
Xycom Automation
734-429-4971

High-speed palletizer

The new HL 8000 high-speed palletizer is designed for beverage lines and for applications where production speeds are over 100 cases/min. Four servo drives control a split roll turning section. An adjustable flow divider turns and arranges products. Features include a heavy-duty frame, modular layer accumulation sections, and a servo-driven hoist.
Columbia Machine
503-526-0807

Lift truck scale forloads to 40,000 lbs.

When weighing items from 3,000 to 40,000 lbs., this mobile lift truck scale has an accuracy of +/- 0.1%. Housed in a steel frame, the PW850 scale offers simple, reliable readings, fits most carriages, and is legal for trade.
Intercomp
800-328-3336

Unit turns pallets to chips

The Pallet Muncher reduces wooden pallets as large as 48 by 54 in. to recyclable chips. In fact, depending on the pallet size, Model APM-4854 reduces 7 to 10 pallets per hour. Operators simply load the pallets and indicate their size.
Advance Lifts
630-584-9881

Software validates order accuracy

Developed on Windows NT, this new order validation software ensures that orders have been accurately assembled. If discrepancies occur between an order's actual weight and expected weight, RapidCheck diverts the order to a checking station. The software can operate stand-alone or be integrated with a routing software.
Rapistan Systems
616-451-6200

Vertical lift offers high cycle rate

Mechanical reciprocating lifts handle loads to 50 lbs. on an on-going basis. The system travels at speeds up to 120 ft/min without the use of a variable frequency drive. Carriages, which can be V-Belt driven or driven by powered rollers, are 30-in. maximum width in 1-in. increments, and 40-in. maximum length in 4-in. increments.
Vertical Systems
606-485-9650

Pallet flow system improves efficiency

A dynamic flow storage system combines static racks and dynamic flow rails to provide a gravity-propelled system that automatically rotates inventory. Pallets loaded onto the system automatically roll to the front. The company develops customized plans with customers, and evaluates the flow system's ideal depth, height, and width.
Steel King
715-341-3120  

Data terminals expand capabilities

StrandWare's BackTrack Version 4.2 asset and inventory tracking software is now included under Compsee's Trap-Ease brand name, expanding portable data collection terminals' capabilities. Trap-Ease is an integrated software application for the Apex II portable data collection terminals. Now, the software features advanced security, the ability to perform several tracking applications with one data terminal, and user-defined transaction fields. Also, users can access multiple databases and produce customizable reports.
Compsee
800-628-3888

Platform truck for lightweight loads

Weighing only 16 lbs., this telefolding platform truck handles up to 330 lbs. A simple push of a button retracts or extends the deck.
Wesco Industrial Products
212-699-7031

Safely store hazardous materials

The Poly Safe Versa Sump is a 55-gallon spill container made of 100% polyethylene. Grating available in galvanized, fiberglass, or plastic is removable for easy clean up. To transport containers, users can attach casters and handles.
P & D Solutions
502-933-7272

Security storage and transport equipment

Keep valuable items safe in a variety of security storage and transport equipment. Made of heavy-gauge open-wire construction, the stationary or mobile models are available with 63 in. high posts and either 38 or 50 in. lengths. Shelves are optional. Additional models are 3 in. high.
Eagle MHC
800-637-5100

Steel containers store bulky items

Storing loads to 4,000 lbs., corrugated steel bulk containers can be stacked and reused. Standard sizes are 40 by 48 in. and 45 by 48 in., with a 33 in. inside height. Customized sizes are also available. These rugged bulk containers have a built-in four-way lift truck entry for ease of movement. A hinged, one-half drop gate is standard. Multi-sided doors are optional.
awp industries
800-666-9938

Save space with pallet stackers

Pallet straddle stackers help organize and move pallets, crates, and skids. Model SS1-54274 has a 72 in. lift height, holds 1,500 lbs., and handles 40 by 48 in. pallets. Six models hold this size pallet, and other models handle up to 48 by 48 in. pallets and up to 2,000 lbs.
Advance Lifts
630-584-9881

Storage system features teardrop design

With its teardrop design, the Prest Lock 2 racking system is rated 20% stronger than traditional open back racks. Replaceable locks eliminate the need to replace an entire beam if damaged. Fully compatible with other manufacturers' teardrop systems, Prest Lock 2 can be used in the replacement of old uprights and beams. The system is quick and easy to install.
Prest Rack
800-877-3744

Handle heavy items

Designed for the Storage Wall system (a combination modular drawer, shelf, and roll-out tray storage system), a heavy-duty roll-out tray holds up to 770 lbs. Trays are available in three sizes and can be configured in any sequence or combination with drawers and shelves. Two Storage Wall systems are available: 23 or 18 in. deep.
Lista International
800-722-3020

Easily load, unloadlarge label rolls

A new line of heavy-duty core chucks permits label rolls up to 6 1/2 in. to be loaded and unloaded onto label rewinders and unwinders in seconds. Units accept 40mm, 70mm, and 76 mm cores.
Labelmate
702-435-8535