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Feature Loading bays & doors Handling specialist launches scissor lift tables


Materials handling specialist Stertil Stokvis has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of a new generation of scissor lift tables. The Stoklift range features a wide selection of models offering bespoke platform sizes and lifting capacities from 1,000kg


All Stoklift scissor lift tables are designed and con- structed to combine performance with a long and reliable working life


cissor lift tables are one of the most widely-used and flexible products in materials handling and Stertil Stokvis has been sup- plying many different types and sizes through its loading bay division for many years. The new Stoklift range represents a significant investment in design and production resources to provide quality engineered products to the UK marketplace.


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Stoklift models offer a variety of lift- ing heights, formats and configurations to simplify numerous manual handling tasks including vehicle loading and unloading, work positioning and machine feeding. Users may specify capacities, stroke (distance of travel) and formats to accommodate applica- tions ranging from simple lightweight goods handling to the most complex process-linked machines in high-speed production lines.


All Stoklift scissor lift tables are designed and constructed to combine performance with a long and reliable working life. Operating safety has been an overriding consideration with all


tables meeting or exceeding the requirements of the current edition of EN 1570 and already incorporating features suggested in the new pro- posed standard EN 1570-1 2011. The tables also comply with not only the EC Machinery Directive but also other relevant EC Directives and every machine is CE marked.


Standard safety features across the new Stoklift range include a set of three independent devices that imme- diately stop movement of the table if a problem is encountered. The first of these is a constant-pressure dead-man control that operates instantly if the operating push button is released. This feature is supported by a contact safety edge fitted beneath all four sides of the platform which is activated if the plat- form meets an obstruction during low- ering. The final element of the trio is a fast-acting emergency stop button that may be simply pressed in an emer- gency to halt all movement of the table. Other safety features of the latest Stertil Stokvis scissor lift tables include mechanical rising gate fins that operate automatically when the tables’ gates are shut. These fins secure the gates and prevent them from being opened when the platform is in the wrong position. Also, an integral pipe-break valve is fitted to each cylinder to ensure slow, controlled descent of the platform in the event of hydraulic failure. Every model may be specified complete with other complementary safety fitments including safety rails and toe boards,


safety skirts and mechanical locking safety struts to prevent movement of the lift platform during maintenance work. Clear safety signs and warning notices for the guidance of operators and servicing personnel are fitted to all tables as standard.


Robustness and resilience are assured by the all-steel construction of the new Stoklifts. Strengthened plat- forms minimise distortion when loads being handled are positioned off- centre while generously-sized base frames provide maximum stability. Hydraulic cylinders are positioned between the scissor legs to prevent dis- tortion of the base frame and pivoting universal cylinder mounts eliminate wear due to side thrusts when the lift table is operated with an offset load. Commenting on the new Stoklift range, Andy Georgiou, general man- ager of Stertil Stokvis’ loading bay division, says: “As a company, we have supplied loading bay equipment, including scissor lifts, for over 50 years. However, we have now invested heavily in both design and production facilities to produce a new generation of scissor lift tables that we’re confi- dent will really raise the bar in the UK. Stertil Stokvis products have always been acknowledged for their quality and reliability and the new Stoklifts are set to continue that tradition.”


Stertil UK Limited Tel: 0870 7700471 www.stertiluk.com


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Driveaway-prevention system installed at 24 Tesco DCs T


esco is to install Castell’s driveaway-prevention system, Salvo, at all of its distribution centres in the UK. The installation will be carried out by Rowland Door Services. The supermarket chain has decided to entrust the well-being of its


warehouse personnel to Salvo following a successful three-month trial of the safety system at its distribution centre in Hinckley, Leicestershire. Salvo was installed on 46 loading bays in the goods out area. Joe Carthy, Tesco Distributions health & safety manager, explains the reasons for his company’s adoption of Salvo: “It’s an established, proven product, and it will always fail-to-safe. With Salvo, you cannot open the warehouse door unless the trailer is immobilised on the bay outside. More importantly, you cannot remove a trailer whilst the loading bay door is open. This removes the risk of bay drive-offs.” The Salvo system links the articulated trailer to the loading bay door during the loading procedure. The Salvo Susie lock is fitted to the emergency air brake line coupling when the trailer has been reversed into position at the loading bay.


After successful fitment, a uniquely-coded key is released from the Salvo, locking the unit firmly onto the coupling. The key can only be released once the Salvo has been fit- ted to the brake coupling. The key is then taken to the corresponding loading bay and used to switch the power on to the door. Without a locked trailer, there can be no power to open the door. Once the loading bay door is opened, the key cannot be removed to release the trailer until the door is closed. The Salvo system hinges on the fact that only a single key exists for each bay, ensuring that the door can only be opened after the trailer has been secured in place. To guarantee the integrity of the system, each bay is assigned a different code. Castell Safety International


T: 020 8205 1200 S16 www.castell.com Enter 365 MAY 2011 Materials Handling & Logistics


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