productErgologic from Atlet is designed to
enable reach truck operators to
effectively control all on-board
hydraulic functions with minimal
strain. The Ergologic joystick control
allows the driver to handle it in a
predetermined ergonomic way,
without locking the hand into a static
position. To avoid fatigue and
increase efficiency, the driver can
vary his or her hand position and
control all hydraulic functions in the
most intuitive way.
productDuring the winter months as temperatures drop, added strain is put upon the key components of fleets such as batteries, alternators, tyres as well as vital service fluids such as engine oil and antifreeze.
productwill present its operator
training forklift simulator for
the first time in the UK at
IMHX (18-22 March 2013).
productThe loading bay is fraught with hazards for forklift truck
operators. Implementing a robust safety strategy using
simple but effective protective equipment can make all
the difference, says Mark James
productTraining, best practice and preventive measures are all
vital in preventing forklift trucks making headlines for
the wrong reasons, explains James Clark
product‘Goods-only’ (GO) lifts can reduce manual handling in
the workplace and its associated health and safety risks
– but only if they are used and maintained correctly,
explains Mike Carp
productA land based rig incorporating J D
Neuhaus handling equipment has
been supplied by National Oilwell
Varco – Dreco
Energy Services
ULC to United
Oilfield Services.
productToyota Material Handling has
increased the number of dedicated
mobile hand pallet trucks specialists
by 20% to provide greater local
support to customers and extend the
life of hand pallet
trucks.
productThe BT Lifter hand pallet truck range
from Toyota Material Handling is
evolving to meet changing operational
needs and responding to trends,
particularly within the retail sector.
productFour J D Neuhaus EH 60 air
operated monorail hoists supplied for
offshore BOP handling have
completed 12 months satisfactory
operation to customer requirements
and have also passed their first
annual inspection. These hoists were
supplied and initially mounted in
Norway by Westcon Løfteteknikk AS
(WCL) at the Westcon yard, and were
designated for eventual location on
the Seadrill West Epsilon rig, which is
classified as DnV, + 1A1 selfelevating
mobile offshore unit.
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