February 2021


Linde Material Handling is address- ing this problem by means of its Rack Protection Sensor (RPS). Two special light sensors, which are in- stalled on top of the reach legs in a protected housing, detect objects in front of them. When an obstacle is detected, the assistance system automatically brakes the truck, thus avoiding damage. The sensors only become active at a traction speed of less than five kilometers per hour – which is the usual speed when maneuvering in front of a rack. As operator


accelerate beyond


this set limit, for example to cover longer distances, the patented sys- tem is switched off. The technology used is perfectly suited to typical warehouse conditions because it can work in artificial light as well as natural daylight or sunlight, ex- plains Schmidt.


The RPS has proven particularly beneficial to companies whohave a high staff turnover or who reg-


ularly employ agency operators. “New or agency staff often lack experience and can misjudge the dimensions of the reach truck,” states the Linde product manager. Here, as an “extra pair of eyes”, the RPS provides valuable support for the fast yet safe maneuvering of heavy equipment.


The RPS assistance system is avail- able as optional equipment on the high-performance models of Linde reach trucks series R14 - R25 with a load capacity of 1.4 to 2.5 tons and will soon also be offered as a retrofit solution for these trucks.


The second new option from goods handling specialist Linde MH is a new type of multifunction lever. It makes operating the Linde reach truck even more comfortable and is designed to help maintain the concentration and comfort of op- erators as well as increase produc- tivity. Based on an ergonomic study, this innovative human-machine in- terface was developed in collabo- ration with the Fraunhofer Institute (IAO) and Porsche Industriedesign. The result is a joystick that can be easily operated in all four directions, with the operator’s hand resting comfortably in a natural position. A wing extended laterally to the right provides additional support for larger hands. Traction, reach travel and lifting functions can all be con- trolled intuitively with minimal effort from the wrist and fingers. All hy- draulic functions are combined in a single control element and there


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