New Products

By Staff -- Modern Materials Handling, 10/1/2000

Hydraulic dock leveler

The Versa-Dock XL facilitates loading and unloading of high-cube, low-boy trailers and conventional trailers at a single dock position. It allows 9 ft. wide access for below-dock loading where doublewide pallets and 8 ft wide racks are commonly used. The dock leveler features 12 in. wide hydraulically adjustable bumpers on both sides of a standard-width leveler. To service high-cube, low-boy trailers, the leveler and bumpers are lowered in tandem to provide access to 8 in. wide racks without restrictions or obstructions.
Serco
972-323-6730

Stack/unstack those pallets

A new machine automatically stacks and stores, or unstacks and dispenses empty pallets. The unit can handle both wooden and plastic pallets of various sizes while its unique design makes it an excellent choice for handling both damaged and undamaged pallets. Features include a simple design with rugged, heavy-duty welded tubular steel construction. Stainless steel washdown construction is also available. The electrically actuated unit can be controlled with a programmable logic controller or by an optional self-contained, stand-alone, electrical control package.
Automated Production Systems Corp.
717-235-5220

Industrial printer

The I-4206 prints labels 6 in./sec at 203 dot/in. resolution. It is modular and allows an operator to add or change an option, easily upgrading the printer for future applications. Features include an easy-to-read front LCD display, color coded operator cues, and embossed media loading diagrams. There is wide access to the printhead. A collapsible ribbon hub allows easy loading and unloading. Options include an external rewinder and cutter with tray.
Fernqvist Labeling Solutions
800-426-8215

Low-profile portable scale

Providing an ultra-low profile of just 11/4 in., model 2888 Deckmate portable floor scale offers easy and safe loading and accurate weighing of drums, totes, and mixing vats. Available in a range of sizes and capacities up to 42 by 42 in. and 2,500 lbs., the scale's high-grade stainless steel construction resists scratching and staining and is ideally suited to washdown. Designed for use in harsh or sanitary environments, the scale adapts easily to a variety of applications. Available in a permanent-mount or portable wheeled version, the reinforced design accepts wheel loads, while 100% end loading ensures full capacity anywhere on the scale. Rocker pin suspension automatically centers the scale platform for accurate weighing of every load.
Mettler-Toledo, Inc.
614-438-4511

Supply chain software

LogicChain is an innovative tactical planning tool to help businesses reduce system wide costs. The software optimizes the flow of raw materials and finished products throughout the supply chain, matching supply and demand over time. It is designed to resolve time-dependent production and distribution decisions, such as seasonal demand and extreme volatility in demand. The tool also assists with the challenges of allocating production, transportation, and inventory resources to satisfy demand.
LogicTools
888-265-4706

Versatile crane scale

The CS1500 crane scale is for loads up to 20,000 lbs. Checking weights is easy with the unit's high visibility 0.8 in. LED digital readout. Recessed push button switches permit simple, trouble-free operation. Standard features include gross/net/tare calculations, peak hold, weight accumulation, keypad setup and calibration. All electronics are in a weatherproof cast aluminum base to prevent damage from moisture or dust.
Intercomp
763-476-2531

Hoppers on the go

Portable steel hoppers are available in three sizes ranging from 1/2 cubic yard to 1-1/2 cubic yards with a maximum weight of 1,000 lbs. Fork truck entry tubes and a sloped front hopper entry are standard, making dumping into large containers easy. The hoppers tilt with assistance from an operator handle for dumping contents. All welded 14 gauge steel construction makes these units strong and durable. Each unit includes two rigid and two swivel 8 in. phenolic casters with a foot operated caster lock. All hoppers are welded and each have a powder coat paint finish.
T & S Equipment
800-348-0860

Sturdy beam lock

A rack beam lock comes fully assembled to the beam end plate and automatically locks into position with a click. Once seated, it is tamper and damage resistant, and very difficult to disengage accidentally. In addition to fast installation, the lock offers improved safety.
Interlake Material Handling, Inc.
630-245-8800

Belt-cleaner accessories

Three new accessories are available for Eliminator conveyor belt cleaners. Access doors and inspection doors offer alternative ways to cover access openings cut into conveyor chute sidewalls or guard panels, providing closure to suppress dust, prevent spillage and cleanup problems, and promote safety. The access door provides a hinged, swing-open door, mounted on an extended box frame to enclose Eliminator H-Type pre-cleaner installations where the cleaner pole bracket and tensioning mechanism are installed on the outside of the chute wall.

The inspection door is designed for chutes with restricted side clearance or as an economical way to enclose smaller access openings. A spray pole system controls delivery of water ahead of secondary conveyor-belt cleaners to promote more thorough cleaning and slower blade wear. It clamps easily onto the pole mount for supporting any of the secondary cleaners, and carries spray nozzles spaced on 12 in. centers, aimed at a 45 degree angle to the belt.
Flexco
630-971-0150

Label rewinding

The 12-ft. capacity heavy duty label rewinder is equipped with a Quick-Loading Core Chuck for volume label production. The powered label unwinder features automatic label feed. All products are of industrial quality and feature a 3-year parts and labor warranty.
Labelmate
702-435-8535