Product Showcase
By Staff -- Modern Materials Handling, 5/1/2005
Stretch wrap with touchscreen
Stretch wrapper touchscreens, now standard with all of the supplier's automated systems, features five pre-programmed patterns. In addition, patterns can be changed on the fly by the user. The control includes alarm history, help screens and combination starters for all motors to eliminate fuses. Replacement parts are standardized for simplified repair. The control accommodates custom wrap patterns already installed. Lantech.com
800-866-0322
www.lantech.com
Voice direction leads picking operations
DirectPick voice-directed picking offers flexible picking solutions for customized user needs. The technology is available for a variety of applications from order entry to replenishment. The system allows users to manage picking assignments, monitor production in real time and manage deliveries and high-priority orders. The system is configurable with other software for seamless integration.
Diamond Phoenix Corporation
207-784-1381
www.diamondphoenix.com
Conveyor takes corners
The belt curve is ideal for complex conveyor layouts or airport baggage handling applications. A positive head-drive guarantees reliable transport at a maximum speed of 492 feet per minute. The rollers are cylindrical so that upstream and downstream conveyors can be fitted as snugly as possible throughout the connected system, reducing disruptive transitions between belt conveyors.
Interroll Axmann Automation, LLC
812-284-1000
www.interroll.com
Overhead space maximized
Make use of unused overhead space with the Power Column 2 vertical lift module (VLM). The system delivers a high-density, small-footprint storage and retrieval solution for small parts. Vertical travel speeds range from 29 to 55 inches per second, allowing for quick retrieval. Trays are available in widths of 157 inches and weight capacities up to 1,100 pounds. The integrated parts lookup table enables the user to search for a part number which sends the column to retrieve the tray where the part is stored, eliminating the need for the user to know the tray number.
FKI Logistex
877-935-4564
www.fkilogistex.com
Lift from both sides of the aisle
The EKX 410 lift truck provides the ability to stack and retrieve pallets from both sides of narrow aisles with a 180-degree swing mast. The truck features an adjustable driver's cab for a guaranteed unobstructed view at all times. Operators can work either sitting or standing. Primary applications are warehouses, manufacturing plants and DCs. All control devices are ergonomically positioned in the center control panel.
Jungheinrich Lift Truck Corp.
609-652-6004
www.jungheinrich.com
Protecting shipments with air
With speeds up to 72 feet/minute, the Pillow Pak'r produces 24-inch wide pillows filled with air. Each roll of pillow film makes two, 1,000 square foot bundles of inflated cushions. An optional foot pedal or a film sensor can be used to replenish material. A winder is also available, producing a 48-inch diameter roll in less than four minutes.
FP International
800-888-3725
www.fpintl.com
High-speed robotic palletizer
The KR 100-2 PA's carbon-fiber composite arm is lighter and faster, increasing throughput. The robot is designed for high-speed, medium-payload palletizing tasks for loads up to 220 pounds and 25-feet high. A small footprint and high vertical reach gives users flexibility in a cramped work environment. The robot is capable of 600 cycles per hour. Software is available for simplified integration.
Kuka Robotics
866-873-5852
www.kuka.com
Chain hoist touts safety, longevity
Overload protection, upper and lower limit switches and brake monitoring are standard on an electric chain hoist capable of lifting loads of 550 pounds to 9 feet. High-cycling motors and single-fall chain ensure a long operating life. Plug-and-play power and cable connections allow for easy installation.
Demag Cranes and Components
440-248-2400
www.demag.com
Safer tread stairs
The alternating tread stairs offer a shorter span between steps and handrails on each side of the unit. Steps feature raised surfaces for better grip and a safety chain affixed at the top step diminishes the possibility of falls. The welded steel construction is painted yellow. The unit is available is a wide variety of heights and configurations.
Vestil Manufacturing Corp.
800-348-0868
www.vestil.com
Integrated slap-and-ship
The RFID Plug-and-Comply system is designed to integrate slap-and-ship equipment into the existing space and workflow. The system includes either the 360RW RFID applicator, which will validate, write and affix RFID labels in a single process, or the 3600RW RFID label printer/applicator, which is the print and apply unit that eliminates the need for pre-printed RFID labels. The unit can be deployed in an area as small as 200 square feet and is easily maintained. Cases up to 34 inches in width and/or length can be accommodated. RFID labels can be written to and affixed at the rate of 10 to 15 per minute.
MPI Label Systems
330-564-0300
www.mpilabels.com
Smooth edge corrugated plastic
Milseal 2 seals heavy-duty 8 mm corrugated plastic sheets for lightweight, durable contaminant-free material. The seal creates a smooth edge that will not cut or scrape hands or scratch parts. The system is a lightweight replacement for wood, metal, corrugated paper and can be used as structural materials, partitions, layer pads, liners, dividers and slipsheets.
Mills Industries, Inc.
603-528-5686
www.millsind.com
Improve safety at dock doors
The Dok-Guardian safety barrier provides a four-foot high visual barrier across the door opening that dock personnel can easily see. By helping protect employees and materials handling equipment from falling off vacant loading docks, the barrier increases loading dock safety. The system is available for both the heavy-duty model, SB-5000 and the light-duty model, SB-2500 units.
Rite-Hite Corporation
414-355-2600
www.ritehite.com
Increased holding power
The SPS-75 Shrink Packer's tunnel utilizes advanced heat and airflow management technology to deliver tightly wrapped packages for maximum integrity and appearance. The system removes the gaps that compromise pack pattern accuracy and continuous product flow. Pinless metering uses new technology and servo drives to gently meter bottled, cartoned, canned and jarred products. The SPS-75 handles a wide variety of product types and pack patterns without lengthy changeovers and few changed parts, maximizing flexibility.
Douglas Machine Inc.
320-763-6587
www.douglas-machine.com
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