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Bulky and awkward loads: Are you handling them with the correct machine?
There are many risks associated with the incorrect handling of challenging loads. Wayne Crew at Roburtrucks highlights some of them and suggests opportunities for change. Those who work in the logistics sector, especially with awkward loads know this. The incorrect handling of these types of loads can lead to unexpected consequences in terms of safety and the efficiency of the logistics system.
Moving these types of loads with a typical forklift: Mistakes cost companies money. This principle applies when companies adopt a typical forklift machine instead of specialist equipment to handle challenging loads. Using a forklift for this type of handling limits the operator’s view when manoeuvring in tight areas. This is an incorrect and unsafe handling method that can cause injury to the operator and damage to the goods. It is also an inefficient way of working and requires wide manoeuvring lanes in the operating environment.
Suitable solutions for bespoke needs. Unlike typical forklift equipment, machines with a low centre of gravity and multidirectional drive ensure precise and faster manoeuvring, even in warehouses with pallet racking and cantilevers usually used for materials such as wood, steel or plastic. Today there are
several solutions capable of handling long and bulky loads. Four-way stackers with or without a retractable mast provide a flexible and economical solution, particularly in narrow aisles. Electric four-way or multidirectional reach trucks can move in any direction - including sideways. Despite the small dimensions of the machine it can be operated both inside and outside, and equipped with large-opening forks and cushioned wheels. Lastly, lateral forklifts (Four-way and multidirectional) are larger machines that allow the transport, storage, and picking of material of considerable size and weight.
Relying on the right handling partner Wayne Crew comments: “In an industrial world where saving space, optimising productivity and driving safety standards are primary objectives, the Roburtrucks Four-way bespoke built machine meets the strict requirements of the customer’s operating environment.” He continues: “Customers approach us as they recognise that the application area determines the choice of machine. And with zero emissions and engine noise, the electric pedestrian or sit-on Four-way truck is ideal for use inside the warehouse for many types of loads.” A manufacturer with a wide range of solutions is crucial when choosing a machine for all types of environments. This is mainly because the Materials Handling sector requires significant specialisation and technical design expertise. Roburtrucks has a range of products dedicated to transporting and storing such goods. Our machines can increase storage capacity, improve safety and reduce the risk of product damage during transportation.
Raising the bar in challenging, large-capacity hoist installations
Supplying, installing, load testing and LOLER certifying a wide range of manual and powered hoist units, Hoist & Winch Ltd has extensive experience and expertise in all kinds of industrial lifting operations. However, certain projects require special know-how, such as the installation of large- capacity, electric-powered wire-rope hoists in challenging and restricted access applications. And yet even in these situations, Hoist & Winch has a proven methodology to ensure a high- performance, efficient, safety-certified outcome for customers. Every hoist installation is different, and most generally present some level of challenge to
overcome, typically relating to the dimensional clearances of the hoist unit or the logistics of general access conditions. When the hoist unit’s dimensional clearances are particularly critical, Hoist & Winch Ltd carries out a detailed survey prior to manufacture, ensuring that the complete installation can perform the required tasks with sufficient operating clearance. On some occasions, a pre-installation survey is required to check site/work area access conditions. Hoist & Winch Ltd will subsequently submit its Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) for approval by the customer prior to starting work. These documents detail the installation procedure, the equipment intended for use, and the hazards and risks associated with the various tasks. In addition, the documents will set out how it is possible to minimise or negate these risks. A recent cement plant project involving challenging installation access conditions highlights
how the capability and knowledge of Hoist & Winch Ltd proves extremely useful in delivering a successful outcome for customers. This complex project involved replacing an obsolete, 10-tonne SWL (safe working load),
electric-powered wire-rope hoist unit with 60m lifting height. The task was required ahead of the cement production facility carrying out extensive modification work to its pre-heater tower. The pre-heater tower is 100m high and the existing hoist unit was located at the 60m level on a monorail beam that cantilevers out of the building for approximately 8m. Both the obsolete hoist unit and monorail beam had been dormant for many years, which meant that Hoist & Winch Ltd’s scope of supply included the load testing and thorough examination of not just the new wire-rope hoist unit, but also the monorail beam.
Roburtrucks
sales@roburtrucks.co.uk www.roburtrucks.co.uk
Hoist and Winch Ltd 08450 171126
sales@hoistandwinch.co.uk www.hoistandwinch.co.uk
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