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Material Handling Product News is a comprehensive bimonthly look at the latest solutions from vendors large and small, established and starting up. This at-a-glance marketplace will inspire new approaches to some of industry’s toughest logistics challenges. In addition to our comprehensive listing of new products, special categories are spotlighted in every issue, as is a particularly innovative group of "Editor’s Choice" items.

>> Automated Systems
Automated Storage Systems:

>> Automated Storage / Retrieval Systems (AS / RS)

>> Automatic tool dispenser

>> Horizontal carousels

>> Vertical carousels

>> Vertical storage modules

Automatic Guided Vehicles:

>> Driverless tractor trains

>> Mast-equipped AGVS

>> Unit load carriers

Robots:

>> Gantry robots

>> High speed robots

>> Robotic accessories

>> Robotic palletizer

>> Automatic Identification Equipment
Automatic Identification Equipment:

>> Bar code label printers

>> Bar code labels

>> Bar code readers

>> Bar code scanners

>> Computer systems

>> Data collection terminals

>> Hand-held label printers

>> Hand-held wireless terminal

>> Radio frequency identification

>> Real-time imaging system

>> Thermal transfer printers

>> Vehicle mount terminals

>> Voice recognition systems

Material Handling Software:

>> Barcode software

>> Conveyor control software

>> Electronic data interchange

>> Inspection

>> Inventory control

>> Maintenance

>> Materials management

>> Quality control

>> Scheduling

>> Simulation

>> Statistical process control

>> Warehouse management

>> Conveying Equipment & Accessories
Conveyor Accessories:

>> Air tables

>> Conveyor belt cleaners

>> Conveyor belt cleats

>> Conveyor belt fasteners

>> Conveyor belt skiver

>> Conveyor Guard

>> Conveyor guard netting

>> Conveyor lubrication

>> Conveyor monitoring system

>> Pneumatic gates

Conveyor Components:

>> Belt and chain guards

>> Conveyor belting

>> Conveyor chain, chain guides

>> Conveyor guide rails

>> Conveyor motors and drives

>> Conveyor rollers

>> Head and tail pulleys

>> Idlers

>> Sensors

>> Take-ups

Conveyors:

>> Accumulation conveyor

>> Air conveyor

>> Belt conveyor

>> Bulk handling conveyor

>> Chain conveyor

>> Flexible conveyors

>> Gravity conveyors

>> Live roller conveyor

>> Magnetic conveyor

>> Modular assembly conveyor

>> Modular Conveyor

>> Overhead trolley conveyor

>> Pneumatic conveying systems

>> Power and free conveyor

>> Powered curve conveyor

>> Sortation conveyor

>> Spiral lift conveyor

>> Unit handling conveyor

>> Vertical reciprocating conveyor

>> Ergonomic & Safety Equipment
Ergonomic Equipment:

>> Balancers

>> Die lifters

>> Ergonomic seating

>> Hydraulic height adjustment system

>> Hydraulic machine lift

>> Lift tables

>> Manipulators

>> Manually operated material lift

>> Material handling pushers and rollers

>> Paper Roll Handling Equipment

>> Personnel lift

>> Reels

>> Tilters

>> Vertical lift

>> Winches

>> Workbenches

>> Workstations

Safety Equipment:

>> Back support belts

>> Column Protectors

>> Gloves

>> Heavy equipment protection systems

>> Machine guarding systems

>> Mats

>> Mezzanine safety gates

>> Noise control products

>> Noise control systems

>> Overhead crane alarms

>> Protective netting

>> Protective railing

>> Rack protectors

>> Roll-up curtain

>> Safety light curtains

>> Safety matting

>> Safety switches

>> Traffic control lights

>> Wire partitions

>> Lift Trucks, Attachments & Accessories
Accessories:

>> Alarms, warning lights

>> Convex and dome mirrors

>> DC / DC converter

>> Emission control device

>> Fork truck service lifts

>> Forklift access controls

>> Forklift height controllers

>> Forklift jacks

>> Forklift mast angle indicators

>> Forklift utilization recorders

>> Hoppers, self-dumping

>> Industrial battery handling equipment

>> Lift truck batteries and chargers

>> Lift truck parts

>> Lift truck seats

>> Lift truck tires

>> Overhead guards

>> Speed limiter

>> Vehicle protection systems

Attachments:

>> Booms

>> Broom attachment

>> Drum handling attachment

>> Fork positioners

>> Forks

>> Hoppers, self-dumping

>> Load stabilizers

>> Mini-crane boom

>> Rams

>> Roll clamps

Lift Trucks:

>> Hand lift trucks

>> Lift trucks - diesel / gasoline

>> Lift trucks - electric

>> Lift trucks - LPG

>> Lift trucks - motorized hand lift (walkies)

>> Lift trucks - orderpickers

>> Lift trucks - pneumatic engine

>> Lift trucks - reach trucks

>> Lift trucks - Training programs

>> Loading Dock Equipment
Doors:

>> Air doors

>> Chain Gates, Sliding

>> Overhead

>> Plastic strip

>> Roll-up, high-speed

>> Rolling steel

>> Rubber, double-acting

>> Sectional doors

Loading Dock Equipment:

>> Dock bumpers

>> Dock levelers

>> Dock lifts

>> Dock lights

>> Dock seals

>> Dock shelters

>> Dockboards

>> Elevating dock

>> Loading dock module

>> Vehicle restraints

>> Overhead Handling Equipment
Overhead Handling Equipment:

>> Crane controls

>> Cranes

>> Grabs

>> Hoists

>> Hooks

>> Lifting beams

>> Lifting magnets

>> Monorail systems

>> Monorails

>> Radio remote control systems

>> Slings

>> Swivel hoist rings

>> Trolleys

>> Vacuum lifters

>> Variable frequency crane drives

>> Packaging Equipment
Containers:

>> Conductive containers

>> Corrugated containers

>> Custom containers

>> Drop-bottom containers

>> Intermediate bulk containers

>> Metal containers

>> Plastic containers

>> Returnable, reusable containers

>> Wire mesh containers

Packaging Machinery:

>> Bagging Systems

>> Blister packaging machines

>> Carton erecting machine

>> Carton sealers

>> Case inspection systems

>> Case packers

>> Coding equipment

>> Depalletizers, robotic

>> Ink jet systems

>> Label printer / applicators

>> Machine vision systems

>> Packaging controllers

>> Packaging system motors and drives

>> Packing, robotic

>> Pallet dispensers

>> Palletizers and depalletizers

>> Palletizers, robotic

>> Pressure sensitive labelers

>> Roll bag dispensers

>> Scanning

>> Shrink bundler

>> Stretch wrapper system

>> Tray wrappers

>> Void fill system

Packaging Materials:

>> Acrylic adhesive tapes

>> Bubble packaging material

>> Carton cutters

>> Cushioning systems

>> Desiccants

>> Edge and corner protection laminates

>> Fillers and closers

>> Polyethylene bags

>> Polyethylene foam

>> Shrink wrap film

>> Strapping

>> Stretch wrap film

>> Tape dispenser

Pallets:

>> Corrugated deck pallets

>> Identification clips

>> Metal pallets

>> Plastic pallets

>> Slave pallets

>> Spill pallet

>> Wire mesh pallets

>> Wood pallets

>> Storage and Warehousing Equipment
Containers:

>> Conductive containers

>> Corrugated containers

>> Custom containers

>> Drop-bottom containers

>> Intermediate bulk containers

>> Metal containers

>> Plastic containers

>> Returnable, reusable containers

>> Wire mesh containers

Other Storage and Warehousing Equipment:

>> Baskets

>> Bins

>> Carts

>> Computer cabinets

>> Drawers

>> Drum filling / draining equipment

>> Drum handlers

>> Drum heating systems

>> Hazardous materials storage

>> Lockers

>> Mobile parts stand

>> Storage cabinets

>> Tool storage

>> Totes

Pallets:

>> Corrugated deck pallets

>> Identification clips

>> Metal pallets

>> Plastic pallets

>> Slave pallets

>> Spill pallet

>> Wire mesh pallets

>> Wood pallets

Rack Components:

>> Backing, wire mesh

>> Clamps

>> Decking

>> Rack Guard

>> Rack guard netting

>> Slotted angle

>> Tubing, pipe racks

>> Wire Mesh Decking

Racks:

>> Cantilever

>> Drive-in, Drive-through

>> Flow

>> Gravity feed

>> Mobile

>> Pallet

>> Pallet, double deep

>> Stacking

Shelving:

>> Adjustable

>> Adjustable, roll-out shelves

>> Mobile

>> Wire

Warehousing Equipment:

>> Burden carriers

>> Casters, wheels, tires

>> Compactors

>> Dollies

>> Dumpers

>> Grating

>> Hand trucks

>> Hoppers

>> In-plant offices

>> Industrial batteries

>> Industrial casters

>> Industrial fans

>> Industrial furniture

>> Industrial vacuum

>> Industrial wheels

>> Ladder systems

>> Maintenance equipment

>> Mats

>> Mezzanines

>> Order picking equipment

>> Personnel movers

>> Platform trucks

>> Spill tray

>> Steer Trailers

>> Sweepers / Scrubbers

>> Tow tractors

>> Workbenches

>> Workstations

>> Weighing Equipment
Weighing Equipment:

>> Bar code label printing scale

>> Belt scales

>> Bench scales

>> Bulk bag deweigher

>> Checkweighers

>> Crane scales

>> Digital counting scales

>> Digital weight indicators

>> Drum and barrel scales

>> Floor scales

>> Lift truck scales

>> Load cells

>> Load limiters

>> Pallet weighers

>> Platform scales

>> Pocket scales

>> Portable rack scales

>> Precision balances

>> Remote terminals

>> Truck scales

Storage and Warehousing Equipment


Browse our product categories for the latest products available in the materials handling market and request information from suppliers of these products.


Pedestrian-powered truck
Engineered for vehicle loading and unloading, order picking and general pallet transport in warehouses or factories, the BT Levio series of pedestrian-powered pallet trucks is offered in five models. Load capacities range from 1.4 to 2.5 tons. Features include a compact chassis for easy maneuvering in tight areas....more
- 09/09/2008

Concept stacker truck debuts
The Concept ’08 ride-on pedestrian pallet truck incorporates a new energy storage and drive system with lithium ion batteries plus direct drive....more
- 09/09/2008

Easier manual palletizing
Cutouts in the Roll-In level loader manual palletizer’s low-profile platform enable easier loading and unloading of full pallets. Forks of a hand pallet truck roll into the platform level with the top, accommodating any open-bottom pallet or skid. This ensures that the load is evenly placed when the pallet truck is lowered and rolled away....more
- 07/08/2008

Short series brake motors
Three phase short series brake motors feature an integral Dodge spring set brake for a compact and cost-effective operation. The DC brake is magnetically released with a built-in single phase rectifier and includes a manual release lever. ...more
- 06/10/2008

Create more workspace
Add 18 inches of workspace to the RollMaster mobile workstation with its integrated Expand-A-Top insert. When not in use, the insert can be stored on one end of the workstation....more
- 06/10/2008

Form bi-directional gaps
Capable of forming complex patterns with gaps in both directions, the high-level, high-capacity SP4000 palletizer with bi-parting stripper apron includes a scalable control package.
...more
- 05/19/2008

Energy efficient palletizer
Stacker fully automated palletizers use four drives and minimize the unit's power consumption and maintenance requirements.
...more
- 05/19/2008

Multi-arm robotic palletizing
Using multiple robotic arms to achieve palletizing rates significantly higher than those by typical robotic palletizers, the high-speed system saves floor space. 
...more
- 05/19/2008

Cabinets store multiple sizes, shapes
Modular combination cabinets store, secure and move items of varied sizes and shapes. Offered in seven full sidewall heights, the cabinets hold up to 440 pounds. Configurable with a variety of drawer sizes in either full or shadow depths, the cabinets can include a shelf or roll-out tray for storage of bulky items. A choice of bases is offered: mobile, fork truck, pallet truck, frame or wet clean base. Optional tops made of stainless steel, plastic laminate or butcher block make the top a functional work surface. For security, removable core locks, keyed-alike master lock groupings, a keypad lock or hinged lock bars may be specified, with a central locking system that locks all drawers in the cabinet with one key....more
- 05/05/2008

Ball bearing slides for easier drawer access
Precise, linear-motion ball bearing drawer slides are offered as an option for all of the supplier's storage cabinets. Offered for four drawer widths and two drawer depths, the slides work with all existing drawer and cabinet heights....more
- 05/05/2008

Ergonomic wheels for hand-pushing, towing
For hand-pushed and towed applications, ME series wheels offer low resistance for hand-push operations and ensure safety without sliding when towed....more
- 04/18/2008

Fast forklift battery charger
Incorporating a programmable controller, the QuarterHorse opportunity fast charger enables forklift operators to eliminate battery changes and maximize efficiency. Features include redesigned circuitry and cabinet that eliminate special output connectors....more
- 04/18/2008

WMS with new features
The enhanced version of Advanced Inventory Management System warehouse management software includes a module for purchase order creation and tracking, vouching payments and optimized warehouse receiving functions....more
- 04/18/2008

Stacker crane carries two pallets
Using the supplier’s software, stacker cranes can run with two independently operating forks, carrying two pallets per trip—yielding 50% additional throughput while only adding 15% to 20% in equipment cost....more
- 04/18/2008

High-speed bar code reader
The BCL500i bar code reader generates 800 to 1,200 scans per second, and its code reconstruction technology guarantees scanning reliability for high-speed processes. Software included with the scanner reconstructs fragments of information from skewed, damaged or dirty codes....more
- 04/18/2008

Reusable wire transport drums
Replace cardboard containers with nestable wire shipping/payout drums made of recyclable linear low density polyethylene. An inside cone design ensures vertical stacking strength and allows easy wrapping and payout of wire. Nestable when empty at a ratio of 2:1, the container may be returned for reuse—replacing disposable fiber drums that are not reusable and eliminating waste. The drums measure 25 inches in diameter and 15 inches tall, with units fitting two-by-two on standard 48 x 48 inch pallets. Custom models may be specified....more
- 03/20/2008

Organize large, bulky items
Strong, stackable injection molded Hulk and Mammoth plastic bins store and organize large, bulky items. Measuring from 2 to 2.5 feet long, the bins can be oriented back-to-back on 48-inch pallet rack or inside heavy-duty, extra deep shelving. The containers may be reused and recycled when no longer needed....more
- 03/20/2008

Divide and conquer organization
For storage and organization of extra long parts, the AkroBin measures 33 x 8.625 x 5 inches. Seven dividers can be added within the reusable bins to create up to eight different compartments. This division accommodates multiple sizes and shapes of materials for work-in-process applications. The bins stack securely atop each other, sit on shelving or hang from the supplier’s 36-inch louvered rack, rail and shelving systems. Reinforced side ribs permit a weight capacity of up to 80 pounds, and a wide hopper front provides easy access for quick parts picking. Molded from high-density polypropylene, the bins are offered in yellow, red, blue, green and stone colors....more
- 03/17/2008

Protect heavy products with wire mesh containers
Returnable, reusable and environmentally friendly, wire mesh containers protect heavy or high-value products. Featuring heavy gauge wire and reinforced understructure, the containers provide years of use in shipping, manufacturing and warehouse applications. The containers stack to maximize cube utilization when full, and collapse for cost-effective return shipping. With standard capacities of 4,000 pounds and six sizes offered, additional features include half-drop front gate for easy access and a galvanized final finish. Options include custom sizes and capacities, several powder-coat colors, internal dividers, caster wheels and label tags....more
- 03/17/2008

HDPE hinges attach lid to container
Measuring 21 x 15 x 12 inches, the all-plastic attached lid container features extra-secure, molded HDPE hinges that snap-lock when the lid closes for greater security in shipping, storage or picking applications. Ideal for use in grocery, general merchandise, manufacturing and medical industries, the 50-pound capacity container is 100% recyclable without separating the lid from the container. The lid incorporates interlocking fingers for tight closure and secure stacking. Holes located in both ends are compatible with a variety of closures for additional security or tamper-evident seals. When empty, the containers nest for storage....more
- 03/17/2008


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Pedestrian-powered truck
Engineered for vehicle loading and unloading, order picking and general pallet transport in warehouses or factories, the BT Levio series of pedestrian-powered pallet trucks is offered in five models. Load capacities range from 1.4 to 2.5 tons. Features include a compact chassis for easy maneuvering in tight areas....more
- 09/09/2008

Concept stacker truck debuts
The Concept ’08 ride-on pedestrian pallet truck incorporates a new energy storage and drive system with lithium ion batteries plus direct drive....more
- 09/09/2008

Easier manual palletizing
Cutouts in the Roll-In level loader manual palletizer’s low-profile platform enable easier loading and unloading of full pallets. Forks of a hand pallet truck roll into the platform level with the top, accommodating any open-bottom pallet or skid. This ensures that the load is evenly placed when the pallet truck is lowered and rolled away....more
- 07/08/2008

Short series brake motors
Three phase short series brake motors feature an integral Dodge spring set brake for a compact and cost-effective operation. The DC brake is magnetically released with a built-in single phase rectifier and includes a manual release lever. ...more
- 06/10/2008

Create more workspace
Add 18 inches of workspace to the RollMaster mobile workstation with its integrated Expand-A-Top insert. When not in use, the insert can be stored on one end of the workstation....more
- 06/10/2008

Form bi-directional gaps
Capable of forming complex patterns with gaps in both directions, the high-level, high-capacity SP4000 palletizer with bi-parting stripper apron includes a scalable control package.
...more
- 05/19/2008

Energy efficient palletizer
Stacker fully automated palletizers use four drives and minimize the unit's power consumption and maintenance requirements.
...more
- 05/19/2008

Multi-arm robotic palletizing
Using multiple robotic arms to achieve palletizing rates significantly higher than those by typical robotic palletizers, the high-speed system saves floor space. 
...more
- 05/19/2008

Cabinets store multiple sizes, shapes
Modular combination cabinets store, secure and move items of varied sizes and shapes. Offered in seven full sidewall heights, the cabinets hold up to 440 pounds. Configurable with a variety of drawer sizes in either full or shadow depths, the cabinets can include a shelf or roll-out tray for storage of bulky items. A choice of bases is offered: mobile, fork truck, pallet truck, frame or wet clean base. Optional tops made of stainless steel, plastic laminate or butcher block make the top a functional work surface. For security, removable core locks, keyed-alike master lock groupings, a keypad lock or hinged lock bars may be specified, with a central locking system that locks all drawers in the cabinet with one key....more
- 05/05/2008

Ball bearing slides for easier drawer access
Precise, linear-motion ball bearing drawer slides are offered as an option for all of the supplier's storage cabinets. Offered for four drawer widths and two drawer depths, the slides work with all existing drawer and cabinet heights....more
- 05/05/2008

Ergonomic wheels for hand-pushing, towing
For hand-pushed and towed applications, ME series wheels offer low resistance for hand-push operations and ensure safety without sliding when towed....more
- 04/18/2008

Fast forklift battery charger
Incorporating a programmable controller, the QuarterHorse opportunity fast charger enables forklift operators to eliminate battery changes and maximize efficiency. Features include redesigned circuitry and cabinet that eliminate special output connectors....more
- 04/18/2008

WMS with new features
The enhanced version of Advanced Inventory Management System warehouse management software includes a module for purchase order creation and tracking, vouching payments and optimized warehouse receiving functions....more
- 04/18/2008

Stacker crane carries two pallets
Using the supplier’s software, stacker cranes can run with two independently operating forks, carrying two pallets per trip—yielding 50% additional throughput while only adding 15% to 20% in equipment cost....more
- 04/18/2008

High-speed bar code reader
The BCL500i bar code reader generates 800 to 1,200 scans per second, and its code reconstruction technology guarantees scanning reliability for high-speed processes. Software included with the scanner reconstructs fragments of information from skewed, damaged or dirty codes....more
- 04/18/2008

Reusable wire transport drums
Replace cardboard containers with nestable wire shipping/payout drums made of recyclable linear low density polyethylene. An inside cone design ensures vertical stacking strength and allows easy wrapping and payout of wire. Nestable when empty at a ratio of 2:1, the container may be returned for reuse—replacing disposable fiber drums that are not reusable and eliminating waste. The drums measure 25 inches in diameter and 15 inches tall, with units fitting two-by-two on standard 48 x 48 inch pallets. Custom models may be specified....more
- 03/20/2008

Organize large, bulky items
Strong, stackable injection molded Hulk and Mammoth plastic bins store and organize large, bulky items. Measuring from 2 to 2.5 feet long, the bins can be oriented back-to-back on 48-inch pallet rack or inside heavy-duty, extra deep shelving. The containers may be reused and recycled when no longer needed....more
- 03/20/2008

Divide and conquer organization
For storage and organization of extra long parts, the AkroBin measures 33 x 8.625 x 5 inches. Seven dividers can be added within the reusable bins to create up to eight different compartments. This division accommodates multiple sizes and shapes of materials for work-in-process applications. The bins stack securely atop each other, sit on shelving or hang from the supplier’s 36-inch louvered rack, rail and shelving systems. Reinforced side ribs permit a weight capacity of up to 80 pounds, and a wide hopper front provides easy access for quick parts picking. Molded from high-density polypropylene, the bins are offered in yellow, red, blue, green and stone colors....more
- 03/17/2008

Protect heavy products with wire mesh containers
Returnable, reusable and environmentally friendly, wire mesh containers protect heavy or high-value products. Featuring heavy gauge wire and reinforced understructure, the containers provide years of use in shipping, manufacturing and warehouse applications. The containers stack to maximize cube utilization when full, and collapse for cost-effective return shipping. With standard capacities of 4,000 pounds and six sizes offered, additional features include half-drop front gate for easy access and a galvanized final finish. Options include custom sizes and capacities, several powder-coat colors, internal dividers, caster wheels and label tags....more
- 03/17/2008

HDPE hinges attach lid to container
Measuring 21 x 15 x 12 inches, the all-plastic attached lid container features extra-secure, molded HDPE hinges that snap-lock when the lid closes for greater security in shipping, storage or picking applications. Ideal for use in grocery, general merchandise, manufacturing and medical industries, the 50-pound capacity container is 100% recyclable without separating the lid from the container. The lid incorporates interlocking fingers for tight closure and secure stacking. Holes located in both ends are compatible with a variety of closures for additional security or tamper-evident seals. When empty, the containers nest for storage....more
- 03/17/2008

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