Raymond® 8250 Pallet Truck powered by Lithium-ion earns Product of the Year award
The Raymond® Model 8250 pallet jack, powered by lithium-ion technology, was chosen as a Plant Engineering Product of the Year Award winner in the material handling systems category. This award recognizes new products that advance innovation in the manufacturing industry. The Raymond 8250 pallet jack was chosen for its ability to help customers enhance productivity and meet higher consumer demands by providing steady performance throughout the duty cycle. The truck’s lithium-ion battery pack allows it to run longer and recharge quicker while providing real-time information to the operator on the state-of-charge and truck fault codes. “We’re honored that the Raymond 8250 pallet jack has been recognized for its capability to address and solve warehouse inefficiencies,” said Michael Field, president, and CEO of The Raymond Corporation. “Raymond energy solutions are engineered to specifically meet the rigors of the toughest material handling applications and are integrated for greater synergies to optimize energy efficiencies, productivity, and truck performance.” The Raymond Corporation has long been a pioneer in the research and development of innovative energy solutions. Raymond recently completed Phase 1 of an energy storage project with the Binghamton University and New York State Energy Research and Development (NYSERDA). The proposed solution is expected to use solar panels to transform warehouses into controllable energy micro-grid hubs which can provide energy to advanced chargers and lithium-ion batteries, ultimately powering Raymond forklifts. This past December, Raymond’s facility in Greene, New York, was named Plant Engineering’s 2019 Top Plant.
Toyota introduces new options on Class III product lineup
Toyota Material Handling (TMH), has announced more than 190 options that will become available in 2020 across most of its Class III models. The first 150 were released in March and an additional 40 options will become available later this fall. These new options will provide customers with standardized pricing and availability, reduced lead times, and a variety of unique customization options for improved productivity and efficiency. Pictured left to right: The Core Tow Tractor, Electric Walkie Pallet Jack, Walkie Stacker, Center-Controlled Rider Pallet Jack from the Toyota Material Handling Class III product lineup.Toyota’s new optional features include many popular choices such as accessory bars with power hookups, an operator cooling fan, LED work lights, and several options designed with low-level order picking operations in mind. Later this fall, many Class III models will come standard with increased travel speeds and will provide customers with a wider range of options to increase overall truck productivity on Toyota’s Large Electric Walkie Pallet Jack, End-Controlled Rider Pallet Jack, the Center-Controlled Rider Pallet Jack, as well as the Core Tow Tractor. “Toyota customers have a wide range of needs and they depend on us to provide them with innovative solutions,” said Tony Miller, TMH Senior Vice President of Operations and Engineering. “Giving our customers more customizable options is just another example of how we are working to meet and exceed each customer’s unique needs while optimizing the productivity and efficiency of their businesses.” In addition to the newly released options, Toyota is now offering power steering as a standard feature on all Center-Controlled Rider Pallet Jacks and Core Tow Tractors. This feature comes complete with improved ergonomics and steering that requires less effort to operate. Operators can also adjust the height to suit their preferences. Conventional steering will remain an available option on these models.
Crown updates Stacker offering with improved M 3000 Series Walkie Straddle Stacker
Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world’s largest material handling companies, is updating its stacker lineup with the new small footprint M 3000-20 walkie straddle stacker. The M 3000-20 delivers better visibility, productivity, and maneuverability for stacking, moving and managing products in retail, small warehouses and other businesses needing to optimize their space. “The M 3000-20 improves upon and replaces the Crown M walkie straddle stacker with design changes and new features that raise productivity, ease of use and versatility,” said Ethan Hayes, Class 3 product manager, Crown Equipment. “With a shorter head length, quieter operation and a 2,000-lb. capacity, the M 3000-20 is right at home in smaller spaces,” said Hayes. “And when it’s time to get to work, this new stacker stands out with an additional lift height of 144 inches – one more pallet position on the rack, double the lifting speed, nearly twice the lowering speed, adjustable straddles and a game-changing feature, the Crown X10® Handle.” The ergonomically designed X10 Handle improves operator comfort and allows the operator to control the vehicle while standing safely to the side. This improves the operator’s view and the stacker’s maneuverability. The handle includes a thumbwheel, raise/lower buttons and a brake override feature. Brake override enables the M 3000-20 to travel with the handle in a near-vertical position while staying within the footprint of the truck. Crown stackers provide a significantly tighter turn radius than typical rider counterbalance lift trucks. The M 3000-20 can be used in many applications as a mobile workstation, which can be precisely positioned to improve productivity and comfort. Also, available is an optional snap-on work platform that creates a work surface for a variety of applications. Other options include Work Assist accessories, keyless on/off, remote raise/lower control, fork locks, load backrest, a soft start hydraulic package and Crown’s InfoLink® operator and fleet management system, which monitors performance and utilization of connected equipment, people and processes. The M 3000-20 joins Crown’s wide-ranging family of stackers, including straddle, reach, counterbalance and fork over models that address specific applications and challenges.
Big Joe launches three Lithium-Ion pallet trucks at MODEX
Big Joe Forklifts will be launching three Lithium-Ion pallet trucks at MODEX 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia on March 9 – 12, 2020. They will be introducing the LiST series of lithium integrated smart trucks with new high-performance li-ion powered pallet trucks with 2,600, 3,300, and 4,400 lb. capacities. A teaser video is listed below to learn more about the new pallet trucks. This video is a of Lithium-Ion pallet trucks that displays on the website. Keep up to date on the latest news and products.
Raymond® 8250 Pallet Truck powered by lithium-ion earns Product of the Year nomination
Plant Engineering has chosen the Raymond® Model 8250 pallet jack powered by lithium-ion technology as a finalist for its 2019 Product of the Year Award in the material handling systems category. Plant Engineering’s Product of the Year award recognizes accomplishments in manufacturing and nonmanufacturing industries with the goal of educating the publication’s readership on the best new products. Plant Engineering subscribers can vote across various categories that span 15 components of plant engineering, from asset management to automation in warehouses and plants. The Raymond Model 8250 pallet jack powered by lithium-ion technology was nominated for the ability to address and solve warehouse inefficiencies delivering increased power capabilities. The UL 2271 listed lithium-ion battery allows operators to run longer and recharge quicker, resulting in increased productivity throughout the warehouse. This intelligent truck and pack offering is available in E and EE configurations and provides CAN communication, which allows data exchange between truck and lithium-ion battery pack, sharing commands and information for optimum performance. The onboard battery management system allows the user to schedule charge times, to provide notifications when charging is required and to monitor charging and usage to prevent overcharging and discharging events. Voting for the Plant Engineering 2019 Product of the Year Awards is now open. To cast your vote, visit the Plant Engineering website or click here. Voting ends Jan. 10, 2020, and winners will be announced April 27, 2020, at the annual Engineering Awards in Manufacturing Dinner in Chicago.
Raymond donates more than $15,000 to Breast Cancer Foundations through Pink Pallet Jack Project
Proceeds from sixth annual auction will aid breast cancer patients Raymond Handling Concepts Corporation (RHCC), Raymond Handling Solutions (RHSI) and Handling Systems, each a Raymond Sales and Service Center, raised a total of $15,370 for breast cancer awareness during the sixth annual Pink Pallet Jack Project online auction. Three Raymond 8210 powered pallet jacks were auctioned off on eBay® between Oct. 17-23 with all the proceeds split evenly between the New York-based Tina Fund and the California-based HERS Breast Cancer Foundation and Breast Cancer Angels. Winning bids were accepted from transportation companies J&K Trucking and Prism Logistics and forklift battery supplier Motive Energy with their donations going on to assist patients recovering from breast cancer treatments, both physically and financially. “We have worked with Raymond as a vendor for many years,” said Jere Van Puffelen, owner and president, Prism Logistics. “When they started this fundraiser, we were impressed with their commitment to this important effort. They make great equipment, and it was for a great cause, so a perfect combination. We really like the visible reminder the pink jacks provide for our employees and visitors, of the focus that we all should maintain until we beat this disease.” The Raymond® 8210 powered pallet jack offers greater maneuverability to navigate in tight spaces, making it the ideal lift truck for congested store aisles, busy docks and pinwheeling in the back of trailers. The trucks also featured Raymond’s exclusive Click2Creep™ design, which automatically reduces maximum travel speed, providing a tighter turn radius for pinwheeling or right-angle turning. “We would like to thank our customers for the overwhelming support behind the Pink Pallet Jack auctions,” said James Wilcox, president of Raymond Handling Concepts Corporation, Raymond Handling Solutions and Handling Systems. “Over the past six years, this program has raised more than $150,000 for those who have been touched by this disease. Breast cancer is a disease that has no boundaries and does not discriminate, touching the lives of so many families. We are grateful for the support we receive in giving to this cause.”
Raymond hosts Sixth Annual Pink Pallet Jack Project to benefit Breast Cancer Awareness
Auction proceeds will aid foundations during breast cancer awareness month Raymond Handling Concepts Corporation (RHCC), Raymond Handling Solutions (RHSI) and Handling Systems, each a Raymond Sales and Service Center, will hold the sixth annual Pink Pallet Jack Project online auction in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month from Oct. 17 through 27. The 10-day auction will begin Oct. 17 at 9 a.m. PDT on eBay®, where participants can bid on a pink Raymond 8210 powered pallet jack from each of the three suppliers. The auction ends Oct 27 at 9 a.m. PDT. Winning bids will be announced in early November with all proceeds from the auction being donated to the New York-based Tina Fund and HERS Breast Cancer Foundation in Fremont, California. The Raymond® 8210 powered pallet jack is ideal for retail store, wholesale delivery and food processing applications that require navigation in tight and/or congested areas. The trucks will also include Raymond’s exclusive Click2Creep™ design, which automatically reduces maximum travel speed, providing a tighter turn radius for pinwheeling or right-angle turning. Raymond’s Pink Pallet Jack Project has raised nearly $150,000 for breast cancer organizations and charities over the past five years.
Six tips to prolong the lifespan of your pallet truck
Preventing your pallet truck from failing? Discover the points you can pay attention to in order to use your pallet truck longer and be able to repair it yourself. And this in an efficient and budget-friendly manner, as a result of which you prolong the lifespan of your pallet truck and your bank account. Preventive maintenance of your pallet truck is vital for a safe working environment. By means of a daily inspection of your pallet truck, you can intervene in time when it requires repairs. As a result, regular check-ups prevent unpleasant surprises and prolong the lifespan of the pallet truck. Discover what things you need to keep in mind to ensure an optimal use: 1. Check and top off the oil of your pallet truck The oil level of your pallet truck is best checked every six months and oil must be topped up or replaced preferably every year. It is recommended to use hydraulic oil for pallet trucks. The oil must have a viscosity of 30cSt at 40 °C, with a total volume of approx 0,4 litres (ISO VG32). If other oil is used, the pallet truck may be hard to pump up, as this oil will most likely be too thick. Follow below step-by-step plan to top up the oil of your pallet truck: Place the forks in the lowest position and turn the pallet truck on its side. Place the drain plug of the hydraulic cylinder at the top. Remove the screw plug. Add the hydraulic oil, until the level of the oil reaches the bottom of the filler opening. Install the screw plug and place the device upright. Will the forks not raise when pumping with the lever in the RAISE position? This could be due to air bubbles in the hydraulic oil as a result of transport, or by pumping the tiller when the pallet truck is not upright. How to bleed the circuit? Leave the operating lever in the LOWER position and move the tiller handle up and down a couple of times. This will expel the air, causing the forks to lift normally again while pumping. 2. Lubricate the pallet truck on a regular basis All bearings and axles were lubricated by the manufacturer with long-life grease. Lubricate the pallet truck on a monthly basis and/or after each cleaning with long-life grease on the lubrication points, such as the wheels, axles and grease fittings. 3. Protect the wheels of your pallet trucks A clean workplace makes working more pleasant. The surface on which the pallet trucks are used, is very important to the wheels. All types of dirt or wires can become stuck between the wheels, as a result of which they will wear considerably faster. This can easily be prevented by regularly cleaning the wheels and by removing this dirt before using the pallet truck. It is also recommended to watch out for curbs and steps. Taking a short cut might seem like a good idea, but your wheels might not agree. Rather, take a detour and prevent your wheels from cracking in this way. Overloading your pallet truck can also have serious consequences to your wheels. It is better to make two trips than to take everything in one go, even if this takes a bit more time. You prevent the wheels from forming a flat spot, so you can use them longer. Read more about how you can protect the wheels of your pallet truck and find out when it is time to replace them 4. Check the chain regularly for a correct position Check on a regular basis if the chain of your pallet truck is still in the correct position. You can mainly notice this when operating the lowering valve no longer lowers the forks. You can easily solve this by re-attaching the chain to the lever. 5. Adjust the lowering valve if the pallet truck can no longer pump or lower its forks The pallet truck no longer pumps or lowers its forks? This is probably due to the lowering valve. In this case you need to adjust the lowering valve, so that you can again pump or lower the forks. If pumping has no effect, slightly loosen the lowering valve screw. Do the forks of the pallet truck no longer descend? Slightly screw in the lowering valve screw. Tip: after use, store the pallet truck unloaded and in the lowest position. 6. Use your pallet truck in a correct and safe way With these tips, your pallet truck lasts longer: Don’t use the pallet truck on a slope: if let go, the pallet truck can reverse and hit something. To move the pallet truck, set the operating lever in the DRIVE position. As a result, the drawbar moves more easily and the pressure in the hydraulic pump section lowers. This protects the hydraulic seals and the components of the valve. This ensures a longer lifespan. Never overload the pallet truck: observe the maximum rated lifting capacity. A longer lifespan for your pallet truck Thanks to a couple of quick check-ups, you can easily extend the lifespan of your pallet truck. So definitely keep an eye on the oil level, the wheels, the grease fittings and the lowering valve. This will eventually save you a lot of time and unnecessary expenses.