Dock boards are constructed of aluminum tread plate that is strong and lightweight. Welded aluminum locking legs ensure stability and comply with OSHA guidelines. Formed curbs measure 3 x 3 inches. The dock boards have capacities of 5,000; 6,000 and 7,000 pounds and height differentials from 5 to 9 inches. With beveled entry and exit edges, the dock board comes in widths from 48 to 60 inches and lengths from 36 to 60 inches. Vestil Manufacturing, 800-348-0868, www.vestilmfg.com.

Built for harsh industrial applications, a compact, reusable RFID tag is rugged, resists chemicals and survives extreme temperatures. It is available in both EPCglobal Gen 2 and ISO 18000-6B protocols for worldwide use. Measuring 1.22 x 3.11 inches, the tag features a wide-band antenna design that allows it to be applied to multiple surfaces including metal, plastic and wood. Intermec, 800-347-2636, www.intermec.com.

The V750 RFID reader platform supports global frequency bands in North America, Europe and Asia. It enables high-performance electronic product code (EPC) reading and writing that expands RFID applications while lowering installation and operation costs with easy set-up without customized software. The V750 runs on a real-time operating system that delivers consistent performance on high-volume lines with self execution, environmental monitoring and tag density adjustment for the fastest read times in packaging, manufacturing and other supply chain applications. Omron, 866-396-6766, oeiweb.omron.com.

The S-3000CB crossbelt sorter offers accurate, high-speed transportation and sortation of items that are fragile and hard-to-grip. The sorter can be customized to any facility size. Driven by individual, motorized belted carriers, the sorter offers horizontal item discharge and induction. Carriers accelerate to match induction speeds. Sort discharge can be optimized to specific product specifications rather than averaged across a range of product. The S-3000CB runs at a maximum operating speed of 472 feet per minute at 65 dBA. FKI Logistex, 877-935-4564, www.fkilogistex.com.

The SLP 440 label printer combines a small footprint with 300 dpi thermal printing, 2D bar coding and enhanced networking and graphics. With an extensive label size range up to 218 inch wide, the printer makes labels for various containers, generating each label in just 2 seconds. The SmartCapture feature allows users to grab text from standard desktop programs for easy output labeling. The printer runs natively on Power PC, Intel-based Macintosh systems and most common Windows platforms. Seiko Instruments, 800-688-0817, www.siibusinessproducts.com.

The RFID military compliance solution offers a quick and cost-efficient way to meet Department of Defense mandates by using a supplemental RFID label that is encoded with a unique identification code. The code is printed as a bar code and in human readable characters. During the shipping process, the supplemental RFID label is affixed to cartons or pallets in proximity to the MSL label. Suppliers scan or key MSL data and the unique number from the supplemental RFID label into the DoD DD250 Web-based purchase order management system at the time of shipment preparation. The RFID labels measure 4 x 2 inches and use Avery Dennison Class 1 inlays. Avery Dennison, 215-728-8054, www.ris.averydennison.com.

The PST 5000 hand pallet truck is designed with power start technology. Featuring a power transfer from the handle to the steering wheel, the truck helps operators overcome the forces of inertia. Lifting or lowering the truck's handle causes the steering wheel to rotate and the truck to accelerate. The truck can move loads up to 5,000 pounds and is available with 36, 42, and 48 inch fork lengths. Lift-Rite, 905-456-2603, www.liftrite.com.

With 2,000 standard sizes and the ability to fit in standard shelving, carousels and flow rack, containers with hopper fronts provide flexible storage solutions. The containers are available in 10 colors and have capacities ranging from 25 to 150 pounds. They are ergonomically designed to maximize pick rate and the open fronts increase access and visibility. Dividers, label holders, handles and covers are optional. Flexcon, 973-467-3323, www.flexcontainer.com.

With a quick release, this convertible aluminum hand truck folds down from an upright to a horizontal position, easily converting from a two-wheel hand truck to a four-wheel cart. Gillis, 877-445-5471, www.gillisindustries.com.