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Rite-Hite Corp : FasTrax® Clean High-Performance Door

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:37:00 GMT

The new FasTrax® Clean high-performance door from Rite-Hite Doors, Inc. is specially designed to withstand the rigors of harsh washdown environments – while at the same time – allowing users to easily and cost-effectively maintain the highest level of cleanliness in virtually any operation where sanitation is paramount.

Akro-Mils : Long Parts Storage System for Wall Mountable or Mobile Applications

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:10:00 GMT

Akro-Mils, a leader in storage, organization and transport products, proudly presents the ProHANGER, the ideal application for holding long tubes (plastic or metal), rods, electrical conduit, lumber, trim or pipes over 36" long.

Materials Transportation Co. : Battery-Changing Robot

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:06:00 GMT

Intell-A-Changer is a microprocessor-controlled system that automatically charges, changes and helps maintain industrial batteries. The system incorporates fully automated battery changing technology, along with battery charging, watering and cleaning stations.

Southworth Products Corp : POWERED PALLET POSITIONERS PROVIDE TOTAL OPERATOR CONTROL

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:15:00 GMT

Southworth Products Corp announces the addition of two new models to their popular line of PalletPal® Level Loaders. The new units are powered and allow operators to precisely position loads at the most comfortable working height. Unlike automatic level loading devices that require loads to be uniform, Powered PalletPal units work with non-uniform loads, making them ideal for manual palletizing applications where loads, weights, pallet sizes or product dimensions vary greatly.

Schmalz Inc : Gripper SCG - Hands-Free Separation in Packaging Processes

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:10:00 GMT

With the new SCG special gripper series, Schmalz – the specialist in vacuum technology – provides a sophisticated solution for handling sensitive foils in the packaging industry. For example, they can be used to separate extremely thin foils in the area of in-mould labelling – even foils with a thickness of less than 30 µm (0.0012 inch) can be attached to the product packaging, while retaining their shape and remaining undamaged. The SCG allows for “hands-free separation” in palletizing processe

Power Pusher : Power Tug lets you move up to 5,000 lbs.

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:26:00 GMT

Shakopee, Minn., August 3, 2009—NuStar, Inc. introduces the new and improved Power Tug™ pedestrian-operated, battery-powered pusher. The Power Tug is designed to overcome the steering and health-and-safety issues related to moving loads up to 5,000 lbs. with varying or multiple castor/wheel arrangements. Each of the front legs is telescopic and has fixed wheels at the end. These wheels overcome the tendency of loads on swivel casters to wander when being moved.

Crown Equipment Corp : Internal Combustion Forklift

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:16:00 GMT

Crown Equipment Corporation today marked the availability of its first company-manufactured internal combustion (IC) forklift with the release of the Crown C-5 Series. The new forklift, which is designed to push the limits of IC performance, delivers commanding advantages to owners and operators seeking improved power and strength, service and uptime, and comfort and safety.

PIAB Vacuum Products : NEW VACUUM GRIPPER SYSTEM

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:57:00 GMT

PIAB, a global leader in industrial vacuum technology, announces the VGS™3040 vacuum gripper system. The VGS™ series of products allows users to increase productivity and lower operating costs. The units offer flexible material handling solutions that reduce energy consumption, have faster response times and improve reliability.

MARTIN ENGINEERING : Scavenger Conveyor controls fugitive material in tough conditions

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT

A patented scavenger conveyor system, designed to minimize problems with fugitive material in tough applications like underground mines and low-overhead transfers, has been introduced by Martin Engineering. The new MARTIN® Carryback Capture System transfers belt cleaning residue back into the material stream, avoiding cleanup labor, injury potential, and dust hazards associated with buildup.

Meese Orbitron Dunne Co : ShipShape(TM) Bulk Containers Now Offered In Choice Of Heavy And Heavier Duty Plastic Materials

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:46:00 GMT

Material handling product manufacturer Meese Orbitron Dunne Co., Ashtabula, Ohio (www.ShipShapeContainers.com), is offering its line of ShipShape(TM) reusable bulk containers in a choice of durable polyethylene materials to ensure the ideal plastic container is specified to match the bulk density and other properties of the intended cargo while reducing risk of overspecifying.