The T34C remote controller/transmitter features a rugged, lightweight belly box design. Its unique shape and style provide the equipment operator with a durable and easy-to-use controller. Ideal for indoor and limited outdoor overhead crane remote control applications, the transmitter's control levers are machined from aircraft-quality 6061 billet aluminum. Each lever's handle is a different geometric shape, making it easier for the operator to distinguish between control levers without looking down. Cattron Group International, 724-962-3571, www.cattrongroup.com.

Designed to surround food processing equipment during sanitation, Clean Curtains separate equipment to be cleaned from active processing operations. The partitions have a slick surface to shed water and soils. They are available in 40 mil PVC, 40 mil USDA grade PVC or 40 mil antimicrobial PVC. To eliminate trapped contamination, the curtains have welded seams instead of sewn joints or hems. The panels are clear from top to bottom and overlap to prevent wash breakthrough and to allow traffic to pass through. Stainless steel roller and track assembly suspend the curtains and are also easily cleaned. Goff's Enterprises, 800-234-0337, www.goffscurtainwalls.com.

A full line of heavy duty, all-welded steel construction trucks handle up to 10,000 pound loads. With durable powder coat finish, styles include platform, two- and three-sided and bar cradle trucks. Platform trucks are 24 x 36 x 48 inches with 14-gauge steel decks that handle up to 2,000 pound loads. Two- and three-sided trucks offer solid sheet metal, steel slats and expanded mesh sides in five different sizes and have a 2,000 pound capacity. For handling and transporting long parts, the bar cradle truck offers capacities of 4,000 and 10,000 pounds depending on the C channel frame and casters/wheels selected. Durham Manufacturing, 800-243-3774, www.durhammfg.com.

Automatically capture and analyze data from trucks, batteries and chargers with the PosiNET Web-based motive power management system. It provides real-time, historic and predictive reports on the state of the entire electric vehicle fleet. This helps with effective fleet management, as well as minimizes downtime and optimizes vehicle allocation within and across facilities. The power management system may be used with the supplier's proprietary fast charge system. AeroVironment, 626-357-9983, www.posicharge.com.

The PicRite Dashboard provides visibility throughout an entire supply chain. Web-enabled, the system may be viewed on desktops, portables and cellular devices. By highlighting critical alerts and showing real-time messages, critical systems performance factors may be continually monitored. Cost savings from the system can be found in a variety of areas, including reduction of time involved in coordinating and monitoring complex processes, redundancy elimination and easier compliance with enforced regulations. Cape Systems, 800-229-3434, www.capesystems.com.

Conveyor merge, divert and transfer functions can be managed with the ZoneLink ZL.S-C412-D UBT controller instead of a programmable logic controller, eliminating the need for a programming investment. The unit can easily be configured for merge, divert or transfer modes through a serial port and is plugged into the line where needed. Additionally, for higher-level supervisory control, the controller is available in an alternate version that interfaces directly with a DeviceNet network. Holjeron, 503-582-0820, www.holjeron.com.

Using an inverter and stepless buttons, the DCS-Pro variable-speed chain hoist offers speeds from 100 feet-per-minute down to 0.45 feet-per-minute. The hoist's control pendant guides programmable acceleration and braking ramps to minimize load vibration. When the standard upper and lower limit switches are approached, the hoist automatically reduces to low speed to minimize potential damage. Quick plug-and-disconnect connectors for the pendant, power supply and inverter simplify installation and provide versatility when relocating the hoist. An ergonomic pushbutton with variable displacement buttons reduces the risk of repetitive motion injuries. Demag Cranes and Components, 440-248-2400, www.demag-us.com.

The Watch-Me ID pick-to-light system automatically captures the identification of orderpickers and tracks their tasks, improving productivity and accountability. The device straps on the wrist and provides a hands-free interface that does not require pickers to push a button to complete a pick. Lightweight and easy to use, the technology identifies each picker to the supplier's Pick-MAX modules during a pick or put. The system also provides picker accountability for every pick in the system and eliminates the need for picker logon and logoff functions. Rechargeable, the unit requires no zone balancing or order profiling. Innovative Picking Technologies Inc., 262-567-6525, www.ipti.net.

The OptiKan wireless electronic kanban system is RFID based. It eliminates dependence on line-of-sight parts replenishment calls, helping to optimize efficiency by reducing vehicle travel and unnecessary downtime. The system also provides more dynamic, intelligent allocation of tasks to workers feeding the assembly line. This increases the timeliness and accuracy of parts replenishment while reducing indirect labor costs. The system works in conjunction with the Line Asset Communicator wireless messaging device that triggers automatic, real-time task requests via radio frequency. Requests automatically roll to the resource that is capable of performing the work, available for work or physically closest to the work site. I.D. Systems, 201-996-9000, www.id-systems.com.

The PC 500 powered picking cart holds a variety of equipment including a computer, printer and scanner, as well as inventory. Data management capabilities track inventory in real time and print labels on demand. The ergonomic cart is mounted on 6 inch rubber casters, and has a narrow profile that is easy to move and position with minimal operator effort. It carries as many as three shelves that are ergonomically adjustable and may be set at different heights to suit the operator and the task at hand. The standard power package offers a 44 amp hour battery, a 500 watt inverter and a 20 amp charger. An integrated battery volt monitor shows the level of available charge. Newcastle Systems, 781-621-8622, www.newcastlesys.com.

The P4 hydraulic load leveler manual loads and unloads pallets. Its platform lowers to floor height, permitting loads up to 4,000 pounds to be placed and removed. When loading a pallet, the platform rises by hydraulic power to the full up position, then lowers as items are loaded. When unloading pallets, the platform starts at its lowest height then progressively rises. The unit may be accessed from all four sides, and is equipped with a photoelectric toe guard to stop downward travel if an obstruction blocks the sensor beam. Presto Lifts, 800-343-9322, www.prestolifts.com.

Working in conjunction with heavy-capacity floor scales, the CubiScan 1200-AKL large-capacity, static-dimension scanning device provides accurate cube and weight data for large palletized or irregularly shaped freight. Using an overhead-mounted sensor, it provides a comprehensive view of the freight measurement area while allowing access from four sides. The scanning device may be configured with casters for easy relocation. Alternately, the device may be permanently mounted to a facility's ceiling to provide unobstructed access and protecting the sensing technology from damage. Standard features include a panel-mounted PC controller, touch screen monitor, bar code scanning and printing equipment, camera/imaging hardware and integrated data collection and interface software. Quantronix, 800-488-2823, www.cubiscan.com.

The fully automated, high-speed Northstar battery changing system performs battery changes in 1 minute or less. The battery change-out system has been separated from the battery storage and retrieval system, yielding high-speed performance. Using laser distance measuring, the system moves, positions and maps each battery location. It includes an integrated battery management system for optimized rotation. Modular in design, the system may be configured to any building's requirements. Batteries can be stored up to 10 high. Sackett Systems, 800-323-8332, www.sackett-systems.com.

For use with automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), the Transporter 2007 conveyor system works in freezer applications at -20 degrees Fahrenheit. The conveyor transports pallet loads from the mainline conveyor and presents them to the storage/retrieval machine within a / inch tolerance. It eliminates the need for hydraulic lift tables to stage loads. Features include single piece construction, pre-wired electrical devices and optional controls, and easy access to components for maintenance. Lauyans & Company, 502-774-2200, www.lauyans.com.

Using proprietary drop-on-demand valve inkjet technology, the compact, user-friendly I-Mark SX 16 marking system operates in challenging industrial environments where vibrations and dust exist. Priced lower than the supplier's previously offered printers, the unit offers more memory than low-end carton marking systems. Character size ranges from ½ inch (1 line) to 1.5 inches (2 lines). The system prints on the top or sides of cartons. The controller, printhead and ink system are all integrated into one unit. An icon-based menu and hot keys are included for ease of operation, while a low-ink warning indicator and the pressurized ink canister using water-based ink eliminates the need for an external ink pump. Matthews Marking Products, 412-665-2500, www.matthewsmarking.com.

NSF certified, RoHS and WEEE compliant, the 3280/85/88 casters are based on swivel and rigid housings made of heavy-duty steel construction. Features include a zinc finish, zerk grease fittings and a new wheel brake. The casters are available in a range of sizes, including 4 x 2 inches, 5 x 2 inches, 6 x 2 inches and 8 x 2 inches. Load capacities from 350 to 1,000 pounds, depending on wheel size. Tente Casters, 859-586-5558, www.tente.com.

Built from plastic-coated tubing, joints and accessories, a push cart features six-wheel maneuverability with a near-zero turning radius. The cart offers ergonomic, hefty construction and holds up to 500 pounds. It is ideal for limited access aisles and a range of uses including order picking and moving parts into confined spaces around workstations. The standard cart design incorporates a 24 x 36 inch platform shelf at a height of 24 inches for comfortable loading and unloading. The adjustable height contoured push handle has rounded corners. Creform Corporation, 800-839-8823, www.creform.com.

With a small footprint, spiral conveyors provide substantial space savings compared to conventional conveyors. One drive motor conveys loads up and down in a continuous flow for high throughput rates. Depending on the size of the loads, the outside diameter of the conveyor ranges from 4 feet, 9 inches to 8 feet, 6 inches. Maximum load capacity is 75 pounds per linear foot of conveyor with speeds up to 200 feet per minute. To safeguard against sliding or tumbling loads, the angle of incline is between 9 and 11 degrees. Features include chain slats supported by precision steel roller bearings riding on a polyurethane guide surface. Ryson International, 757-898-1530, www.ryson.com.

The Telemecanique brand Magelis XBT-GT 1000 series of graphic touch screen terminals are small and compact. Offered in six sizes: 3.8, 5.7, 7.4, 10.4, 12.1 and 15 inches, the terminals include a high-quality display and an embedded FTP server. When used with Vijeo Designer version 4.4 configuration software, the terminals ensure flexibility, hardware range and operating system choice. Controlled by a single software package, the terminals use six function keys to reduce implementation time and costs. The terminals may be integrated with Ethernet and simultaneously connected on Modbus, TCP/IP and Uni-Telway. Schneider Electric, 800-392-8781, www.us.telemecanique.com.

Model 5300 label printer/applicator combines modular design with high-speed, high-quality label printing and RFID encoding. The unit offers several pressure-sensitive label application methods including air-blow, tamp-blow, corner-wrap and two-label/adjacent panel labeling. To minimize downtime and reduce changeovers, the unit operates with a one-to-one relationship among its label supply, liner rewind and ribbon usage. Its rewind system automatically adjusts to the amount of liner on the take-up reel. Further flexibility is provided by standard connectivity to product handling systems and high-speed pneumatic components. Weber Marking Systems, 800-843-4242, www.webermarking.com.

EquipManager wirelessly monitors usage, location and other details about materials handling equipment and fleet vehicles. An audio/visual display with a full user menu and text messaging monitors multiple parameters including fluid pressure, speed, lift count and travel time. The system can locate any piece of equipment at any time. Additional real-time tracking is offered as an option. ShockWatch, 800-527-9497, www.shockwatch.com.

For the secure and cost-effective extension of corporate networks beyond office walls, the AP-5181 access point provides real-time access for mobile workers. The system withstands harsh outdoor conditions, including wind, rain, lightning, extreme temperatures and power surges. An optional heavy-weather mounting kit protects the unit from windblown debris at velocities up to 130 miles per hour. The dual-radio, mesh-capable system allows for the creation of self-assembling, self-healing, flexible outdoor wireless networks that can be managed remotely. Symbol Technologies Inc., 631-738-2400, www.symbol.com/wireless.

The 8-inch Versa Tong hoist lifts pipes with exterior diameters ranging from 8.5 inches to 10.125 inches and up to 3,000 pounds. A below-the-hook pipe lifting attachment features dual cam actuating arms that self adjust to securely fit a variety of pipe materials including steel, ductile iron, clay or cement coated pipe. Additionally, the system may be used to safely cradle and lift any cylindrical object. The attachment is cast with heat-treated aircraft grade aluminum.Versa Tong Corporation, 805-962-4313.

Jet JPNX lever hoists come standard with 5 or 15 foot lifts for heavy duty jobs. Industrial applications include moving and spotting heavy equipment and holding structural steel in place for welding. The hoist is available in 12 ton, ¾ ton, 1.5 ton and 3-ton capacities. Features include all-steel construction, a one-piece cast handle and a completely enclosed, automatic brake system that allows precise load spotting or disengagement of tension on the load. WMH Tool Group, 847-851-1000, www.wmhtoolgroup.com.

Using front-to-back Cross Bars improves safety in heavy duty pallet storage. Each bar locks into place on the step beam, preventing the safety bars from being dislodged or sliding out of place. Two, 42-inch Cross Bars offer a 2,500 pound capacity. Sierra Shelving Inc., 703-812-8085, www.sierrashelving.com.

Fully automatic dispensing of air pillows is simplified with the Bag Separator. The machine separates strands of air cushions into single air pillows, which can be easily distributed and dispensed. Bags measuring either 8 x 8 inches or 8 x 4 inches are separated at a rate of 40 bags per minute for straight-feed applications and 140 bags per minute when feeding a reservoir. Individual air pillows can be distributed to multiple packing stations through customized delivery systems. The unit measures 26 x 26 x 41 inches and plugs into a standard 110-volt outlet. Storopack, 800-827-7225, www.storopackinc.com.