productDrum handling
Grab-O-Matic drum and materials handling pedestrian equipment provides a safe and efficient solution for areas that are inaccessible to forklifts.
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articleManagement should lead on MEWPs
Crushing or trapping is one type of hazard associated with the use of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). It is vital that operators and managers are aware of the potential hazards they might encounter on jobsites, so that they are better prepared in the event of the unexpected.
articleTaking care of the paperwork
At the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), we regularly receive calls from both end users and suppliers with questions regarding the documentation that should accompany overhead lifting equipment. Even though, in the UK at least, most of the relevant legislation has been in place since the 1990s, there is clearly still widespread confusion and misunderstanding surrounding this particular issue says LEEA regional manager – West Denis Hogan.
productProduction line handling
Wilmat has supplied West Midlands-based Covrad Heat Transfer three track mounted and three battery operated lifts, along with other ancillary equipment, used at key stages of the manufacturing process.
productSouth West service centralised
As part of its ongoing drive to increase the efficiency of its nationwide service operation, Konecranes has consolidated its service provision within South Wales and the South West, with a new centralised facility in Thornbury, South Gloucestershire.
productPlastic-based A frame
Cargopak reports that its plastic-based nesting A frame roll containers are enjoying continued market success, with uptake of the product continuing to gather pace since the product was introduced in 2009.
productEasy heavy load monitoring
Cost-efficient and durable, Adam Equipment’s PTS pallet truck scale has a readability of 0.5kg and maximum capacity of 2000kg.
productHandheld remote control
The handheld Verlinde Digimote radio transmitter is said to be an ideal partner for Verlinde’s range of hoists and overhead crane components.
productWireless link load cells
A year since introducing intermediate capacities of its Radio Telemetry Wireless Link Load Cells (RILL), load cell manufacturer LCM Systems has seen sales of the product double.
productGoing underground
Bradshaw has supplied a vehicle to work within the extensive constraints of underground tunnels in London.
productHoists help build world’s largest observation wheel
Three JD Neuhaus air operated hoists, each providing a 50t lifting capacity have been used in the construction of a 550ft high observation wheel in Las Vegas.
productHyster trucks built for demanding applications
The latest generation of 8-16T capacity lift trucks from Hyster are said to provide versatility and power for demanding applications where attachment usage is common.
productContactless substrate handling
Designed to provide fast and gentle transporting of flat panel displays and photovoltaic substrates, Festo has launched its new ATBT air cushion plates. They make contactless handling of substrates easy, regardless of their size and weight.
productFocused on safety
At the annual Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents Occupational Health and Safety Awards, Konecranes has been either a Gold or Silver Medal winner for the last three years.
articleCooper drops Samuk brand in restructure
The three new divisions will cover the specialised heavy sector; market Maximal trucks to the mainstream market; and a Solutions arm will service all brands, including those of competitors.
articleLeyland Trucks takes on electric tugs for safer handling
Pedestrian electric tugs from MasterMover are providing safe materials handling in the manufacture of the latest generation of vehicles from Leyland Trucks.
productPallet dispensing system
Unlike most other types of dispensers, the Q Pallet dispenser doesn’t require compressed air, only a power supply is needed. Therefore these pallet dispensers – distributed in the UK by Packline – can be placed anywhere, the only requirement is a power point nearby.
productPeruvian partnership
Street Crane company has entered into a trading partnership agreement with Movitecnica, Peru’s largest and most dynamic industrial crane supplier. As a result both companies are in an exceptional position to benefit from Peru’s expanding economy.
productDolly shoulders the hard work
The Shoulder Dolly moving strap has been released from Packaging Aids t/a Packer Products.
productAirbus uses electric tugs for wing assembly
Airbus, one of the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers, is using pedestrian electric tugs from MasterMover as an integral part of its wing assembly plant in Broughton.
