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Cover Story Sortation and conveyor system providing solutions to moving products quickly and efficiently

10 Safety First High-Visibility clothing requirements and ANSI classes

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Industry News

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Warehouse Solutions The challenges of mass customization in manufacturing

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Product Showcase

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Business Management Finding the Hidden Innovators in your Company: Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Edison and The Rest of Us

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Sortation and conveyor system providing solutions to moving products quickly and efficiently

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If you enjoyed the engineering involved in building a marble roller coaster as a child, chances are you'll appreciate the trends in warehouse conveyor and sortation systems. Products are moved on belts at dizzying speeds — around multiple curves, occasionally up sharp inclines high above a distribution floor, and back down to shop level — all while lanes of products merge and sort along the way. Other times, however, the solutions are much simpler and more affordable.

As market influences continue to throw curveballs at the material Photo credit: Multi-Conveyor handling, packaging, and supply chain industries, advancements in conveyor and sortation systems are providing new, creative solutions to keep up.

“The confluence of growing holiday sales volumes, hiring challenges and supply chain complexities mean that this year, facilities need to manage even more orders with limited staffing while facing inconsistent and unpredictable waves of inventory due to backlogs and upstream supply chain complications,” said Rush Fullerton, vice president of business development at Louisville-based MHS. Working together, sortation, integration, and conveyor systems are critical to moving tremendous volumes of products throughout a warehouse with precision, accuracy, and speed — and no time of the year is as important as right now, at the peak of the holiday season.

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Sorters Fullerton said that MHS clients are looking for sorters with the maximum uptime, the share of time when the equipment is available for operations. Systems must be built for improved uptime with high-quality components and a design conducive to quick, easy serviceability, and robust life cycles. And because operations are being stretched to move larger and larger volumes, and often with less labor, throughput rate and accuracy are also major priorities.

“Sorters are the lifeblood of the distribution center,” Fullerton said.

For sorters and integrators, the emphasis has been on handling more variety in product size and packaging type.

“Many parcel distribution and retail distribution and fulfillment operations are looking for solutions with increased versatility to handle an extensive range of items, from very small and light items to heavy, bulky ones,” Fullerton said.

The machines must also be compatible with a greater assortment of packaging materials, like corrugated cases, bubble mailers, and polybags.

Growth in online ordering and direct-to-consumer models have also changed who is responsible for moving and sorting bulky, irregularly shaped items and how frequently, according to Fullerton. The need to move large “non-conveyable” items like appliances and exercise equipment for retail replenishment is also leading to new solutions. While logistics operations traditionally handled those, retailers have since taken the baton with their own established last-mile delivery method, or consumers simply haul them home themselves.

“While these items are incompatible with traditional conveyor and sortation systems, moving them manually is labor-intensive and can pose the threat of strains or other injuries. Some operations are investigating alternative automated approaches, such as utilizing automated guided vehicles designed specifically to accommodate these items,” he said.

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Cover Story continued In one case, MHS helped UPS expand and update its 257,000-square-foot Louisville Centennial Ground Operations Hub to keep up with “explosive e-commerce volumes,” Fullerton said. They modernized the facility with fully automated sortation and conveyor in their significantly expanded footprint, helping them to more than double their throughput, from 39,000 to 85,000 parcels per hour. For Dutch-based global flower supplier Hoek Group, MHS designed, created, and installed an advanced conveying and sorting solution for handling flower buckets and boxes of a wide variety.

“The heart of the system is our HC Sorter, a sliding shoe sorter that features a modular design equipped with single- or double-sided shoes for easy scalability and configuration to the needs of each customer. The complete project resulted in a doubling of efficiency for Hoek Group, allowing them to process more orders and adjust capacity to meet customer demand,” Fullerton said.

Conveyors On the conveyor side, system manufacturers are also addressing similar client concerns. The nationwide industry labor shortage has forced many MultiConveyor customers to upgrade to automated lines or processes that were previously done manually. It was a repetitive, piecemeal process getting products into the proper packaging needed for transport or shelf-stacking, said George Packard, an account manager at Photo credit: Multi-Conveyor the Winneconne, WI. company.

Multi-Conveyor takes hand-packing stations to the next level with either semi-automatic packaging or fully automated conveyor systems that can align, turn, rotate, elevate or flip an individual product or cases, Packard said.

“This decision also increases the volume of production in our customer’s favor. The ROI of the initial equipment investment can be realized in a very short period of time based on faster line speeds or larger production runs,” Packard said.

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• Merging technologies to seamlessly combine various lines into one main packaging area • Conveyors to stack and reload both empty and full pallets Even semi-automated packaging is better for the employees as well, Packard said.

“Concepts are designed with operators in mind, giving them the mechanical boost needed to perform their job more efficiently with ergonomic workstations to combat healthier postures or even social distancing when applicable,” he said.

In some cases, Multi-Conveyor has found a client’s solution by looking up. In some cases, Multi-Conveyor has found a client’s solution by looking up. To help a client conserve critical floor space, one manufacturer requested an elevated conveyor that moved products above headroom throughout the warehouse — freeing up critical production space below.

And while very large, established global distribution centers are on the leading edge of artificial intelligence and advanced automation, the average manufacturer is nowhere near using that degree of technologically advanced or sophisticated approach, Packard said.

“Many customers are several years behind this space-age technology, and many of them actually want to stay that way!

They are picking robust, tried, and true industry-favored, proven conveyor concepts over the investment of incredibly smart systems that can, in some cases, overachieve the mission at hand,” he said.

Instead, they rely on upgrading older systems to MultiConveyors’ most practical conveyor designs that will save money by converting their operation to a smaller footprint on the shop floor, allowing for new lines or additional volume of storage, Packard said. This humanto-machine conveyor conversion factors in moderate to extreme line speeds based on the customer’s demand.

They are designed to interact with other original equipment manufacturers and are built with the flexibility of production growth for future years. Packard said that longevity, sanitation, agency compliance, and safety are also factored into the construction of every system.

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Cover Story continued standard, pre-engineered 24/7 workhorse conveyor systems, including super sanitary options, however, Packard said that Multi-Conveyor is one of only several niche and truly custom conveyor manufacturers in the packaging industry.

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“Projects are brought to us that sound monumental to our prospect, but we can often show them a previously built system that works for their requirements, within reach of their cost parameters, without starting from scratch to build an insanely innate system,” he said. “For nearly 75% of projects brought to us, we opt to change at least some part of the physical layout, chain or belt types, ergonomics or functionality in our customer’s favor. It can be as simple as getting the required straight length before or after a curve, or as complicated as a complete redraw of their system. The goal is to provide a more functional, cost-effective system while maximizing productivity or saving essential floor space.”

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High-Visibility clothing requirements and ANSI classes High-visibility clothing is required to meet a designated level of visibility in a specified work environment.

The requirements are in place to provide safety and protection.

The high-visibility clothing requirements are broken down into four classes (Class 1, 2, 3 and E) and three types (Types O, R and P) of work environments that together meet the visibility and safety criteria published by the ANSI. What is the ANSI and ANSI/ISEA 107?

The ANSI (American Nationals Standards Institute) is the entity responsible for coordinating and overseeing the standards of high-visibility safety apparel in the United States. Specifically, the ANSI/ISEA 107 is the publication that outlines the minimum amount of retroreflective material, location of the material and special features of the apparel.

For industries that require enhanced worker visibility, the ANSI provides guidelines that can be voluntarily implemented and followed for worker safety. Although the ANSI/ISEA 107 is a voluntary standard, specified high-visibility garments must be worn to comply with federal regulations that cover work environments where struck-by-hazards are present.

ANSI performance classes and types The ANSI/ISEA 107 guidelines provide instructions about, identification of, and recommendations for an apparel based on the environment where it will be worn and the activities the person wearing it will be performing.

The ANSI/ISEA 107 consists of four classes that correspond with three types of environmental settings— Type O, Type R, and Type P—where the apparel will be worn.

The four classes designated by the ANSI are defined by the minimum visibility recommended from highvisibility apparel, the configuration of the apparel, and additional apparel design requirements.

The ANSI performance classes and types are described in more detail as follows: • Class 1, Type O “Off-Road” provides good visibility with the lowest recognized coverage. This class is for workers in non-complex environments where vehicles 10

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do not exceed 25 mph, such as workers who handle cart returns at the supermarket, are exposed to warehouse equipment traffic, and work in refineries and mines. Type O is appropriate for only off-road environments.

• Class 2, Type R “Roadway,” also referred to as temporary traffic control, provides superior visibility with moderate coverage. Class 2 is for workers who are exposed to traffic traveling above 25 mph where workers need to be visible, such as roadway construction workers, crossing guards, towing operators, and airport workers.

Apparel will have additional high-visibility material to better define the human form. Type R is appropriate for only roadway work environments.

• Class 3, Type P “Public Safety” provides visibility under poor light conditions and at great distances with the greatest body coverage. This class is for workers who need to be visible through a full range of movement, from a minimum of 1280 feet, and are exposed to highspeed traffic, such as law enforcement, first responders, or road closure workers. Type P is appropriate for only work environments in public safety.

• Class E includes any high-visibility garment that does not meet the requirements of a single class when worn alone. Class E clothing may be worn with any Class 2 or Class 3 apparel to reach an overall combination of apparel, which is then categorized as Class 3.

Identifying high-visibility apparel As stated, the ANSI/ISEA 107 standard specifies which safety apparel must be worn to meet set guidelines.

High-visibility apparel that meets certain ANSI/ISEA 107 guidelines will be identified on the label or on a marker affixed to the apparel. Each piece will be marked with the necessary information to indicate the class and type it meets and will remain visible for a predetermined number of washes. The following will be included on the label or garment: o Identification of the manufacturer o Product type or code o Size o Specific ANSI standard the apparel meets o Flame resistance statement o Diagram with performance class and type

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Safety First continued Finding high-visibility apparel that’s right for you Understanding the different classes of high-visibility apparel, types of work environments where it will be worn and the occupations of the people wearing it will help determine the right ANSI/ISEA 107 apparel options.

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The challenges of mass customization in manufacturing Today, customers are not content with standard products but are looking for differentiated and personalized goods or services. Thanks to the new information technologies and innovative manufacturing processes, mass customization has become available in a multitude of sectors. In this article, Claudia Jarrett, US country manager at automation parts supplier EU Automation, discusses the main challenges of mass customization in manufacturing.

Mass customization is the perfect combination of mass production and customization, which aims to provide unique products or services on a large scale and at a relatively low cost. Smart manufacturers have already been aware that mass customization can be the key to a profitable business, as it helps boost customer satisfaction and win brand loyalty.

Deloitte research shows that in some sectors, more than 50 percent of consumers expressed interest in purchasing

customized products or services. One in five consumers is willing to pay a 20 percent premium for customization service. For instance, in the fashion industry, more and more consumers are now looking for personalized clothes, handbags, and shoes. Even though mass customization brings considerable benefits for manufacturers, some major challenges still exist.

An efficient supply chain Although customers might be willing to pay more for a customized product, manufacturers still need to minimize production costs. Consequently, manufacturers need to shorten lead times to keep the end price reasonable.

One way to do that is to work with reliable suppliers. As there might be neither time nor budget for full product inspection, manufacturers must work with suppliers who can deliver high-quality materials on time.

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Warehouse Solutions continued effectively to each other so that they are all aware of any changes in customers’ demand or accidents that could affect lead time. Investing in a supply chain visibility software can help manufacturers be aware of what’s happening across an extended supply chain so that they can react quickly when unexpected circumstances affect the delivery of goods.

Management system Each customer may have extremely different demands for products; thus, the order management system plays a crucial role in building relationships between the manufacturers and consumers. Companies need to develop a management system able to manage a huge amount of information, including a client database, customer orders, and more.

In addition, companies should involve customers in product configuration, meaning that sales, marketing, distribution, and manufacturing all need to have great understandings of customer requirements.

A flexible production process Since manufacturers need to produce goods based on customers’ different requirements, a highly flexible manufacturing process is very important. Companies that are able to organize their modular product design

properly tend to have a more agile manufacturing system.

In modular product design, products are designed under some modules or processes that enable any types of customizations.

Many cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, such as additive manufacturing and automation, are ideal for the production of mass customization as they are highly agile, adaptable, and cost-effective. For instance, additive manufacturing considerably reduces inventory and distribution costs and lowers the risk of obsolescence and supply chain disruptions.

Automation technologies, like robotics, can greatly increase the flexibility and efficiency on the factory floor.

To take the lead in the trend of mass customization, manufacturers must harness the power of new technologies. To learn more about equipment for a flexible production process, visit www.euautomation. com/uk/knowledge-hub.

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Finding the Hidden Innovators in your Company: Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Edison and The Rest of Us Most people who work in a corporate environment are familiar with some type of personal style indicator — Meyers Briggs Type Indicator, Strengths Finder, DISC profile, and many others. However, there’s a less well-known one that’s particularly relevant and useful in innovation and it is specific to your creative thinking style.

At the heart of creativity and innovation is problemsolving. Since all human’s problem-solve, by definition, all humans are creative. However, we each go about our problem-solving in our own preferred style, and society has come to label only one style as being “creative” – the style called “Innovator” on this assessment.

Think of Leonardo da Vinci as an extreme example of that Innovator style. He was an idea machine, constantly jumping around in numerous disciplines—including art, cartography, anatomy, botany, astronomy, geology, and others. Many of his ideas were truly ground-breaking.

He conceptualized a helicopter, a tank, a calculator, and concentrated solar power. He even outlined a rudimentary theory of plate tectonics.

Thomas Edison is a great example of a creative thinker with an Adaptive style. He held more than 1,000 US patents. However, many of the products he patented, perfected, and commercialized were not originally conceptualized by him. For example, he did not actually invent the light bulb, he developed a light bulb that was practical. He was able to improve, fix, optimize, and operationalize ideas better than perhaps anyone else in history.

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The chart below illustrates some key traits of extreme Adaptors and extreme Innovators.

EXTREME ADAPTORS Find rules and structure helpful in solving problems.

Solve the stated problem.

Find a few workable solutions within the existing paradigm.

EXTREME INNOVATORS Find rules and structure limiting in solving problems.

Redefine the problem.

Think of many varied ideas inside and outside of existing systems.

Some ideas may seem unacceptable to the group.

Accepts change in the Likes change simply interest of improvement. because it's different.

Use more methodical, Approach may seem disciplined approach; more undisciplined and likely to document work. disorganized to others.

Focus on getting things Spontaneous and done efficiently and unplanned. Can be methodically on a day-to- efficient when extreme day basis. circumstances require massive change, because willing to throw out existing systems.

Dislike ambiguity.

Regularly creates ambiguity.

Aware of and concerned Has difficulty with group norms. conforming to group norms.

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But then their greatest strength – their zest and constant quest for new ideas - becomes a weakness that starts to create problems. In short, they’ll drive everyone on the team crazy and jeopardize the success of the project. So, an extreme Innovator may not be the person you want to run the show. They’re one of the actors, and probably a lead actor, but they shouldn’t be the producer.

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Business Management continued So, if it isn’t that person, the next logical conclusion might be that the extreme Adaptors should manage the process. They’re organized, disciplined, and efficient. But similarly, their strengths can also become weaknesses at the extremes. High Adaptors’ discomforts with ambiguity will likely result in attempting to define the scope of projects too early, or kill them altogether if the ambiguity can’t be resolved quickly. And their focus on the stated problem may prevent them from seeing solutions or opportunities outside their day-to-day world.

So now what? If you’ve ruled out extreme Innovators and extreme Adaptors as the best candidates for managing the process, where does that leave you? With everyone else. Here’s the great news: everyone else is most of us. 67% of the population is in the middle of these 2 extremes.

If you want someone who may be naturally inclined to manage an innovation process, pick someone more in the middle, who can be a Bridger. The benefits of a Bridger in this role are numerous because they naturally exhibit moderate traits of both adaption and innovation. So, with a Bridger, you get a bit of the best of both.

They “get” the vision of the big idea that the extreme Innovator came up with. They’ll get excited and energized about ideas. They can live with ambiguity for

a while. But they also see the need for organization and documentation. They’ll understand the challenges that will have to be solved in order to implement that big idea.

They can stay focused and see projects through to the end. They’ll understand group norms and will bridge the communication gap between the high Innovators and the high Adaptors on the team.

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Industry News Epax Systems and MacPresse Europa sign distribution agreement Epax Systems has expanded its product offerings to include the complete line of MacPresse balers for municipal solid waste facilities and recycling plants.

These systems are manufactured in Milan, Italy, at the company’s 200,000 square foot facility. They boast impressive capabilities for the compaction and baling of cardboard, PET, MSW, RDF, and C&I waste. With throughput capacities of more than 66 tons/hour for MSW, MacPresse systems can keep up with even the most demanding requirements. In addition to balers, MacPresse manufactures a wide variety of auxiliary equipment including sorting stations, industrial shredders, conveyors, stretch wrappers, and more. www.epaxsystems.com

San Pedro Bay Ports announce new measures to speed cargo throughput After consultation with multiple supply chain stakeholders and the U.S. Department of Transportation, the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles announced bold new measures to improve freight movement and reduce delays through the ports as they continue to experience record volumes. These measures will enhance the ports’ landside operations to help meet the unprecedented growth in cargo volume moving through the San Pedro Bay. Specifically, both ports will expand the hours during which trucks can pick up and return containers. Mario Cordero, Executive Director of the Port of Long Beach, announced that Long Beach will take the first step towards a 24/7 supply chain by maximizing nighttime operations. Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka announced that the Port of Los Angeles will expand weekend operating gate hours.

Oshkosh Corporation invests in Carnegie Foundry to build upon Autonomy and Robotics capabilities Oshkosh Corporation and the Carnegie Foundry has announced a strategic partnership and Oshkosh Corporation investment in Carnegie Foundry to accelerate innovation in autonomy and robotics. Carnegie Foundry has an existing relationship with the National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC) at Carnegie Mellon University, the world leader in autonomous robotics and artificial intelligence. The new partnership will build upon this relationship and will complement Oshkosh’s ongoing work in autonomous vehicles and equipment, providing significant benefits to the millions of people that do important work every day – including the nation’s soldiers, firefighters, and first responders, as well as environmental service, refuse collection and construction workers. www.oshkoshcorp.com www.carnegiefoundry.com

Alta expands construction equipment business with acquisition of Gibson Machinery Alta Equipment Group Inc. has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gibson Machinery, LLC, a privately held premium equipment distributor based in Oakwood Village, near Cleveland, Ohio. The acquisition expands Alta’s construction equipment footprint to 32 locations in eight states and adds several new original equipment manufacturing (OEM) partners. The family-owned Gibson Machinery offers a full line of industry-leading heavy equipment product lines and specialty attachments, as well as service, rentals, replacement parts, and equipment financing.

Gibson serves a wide variety of customers in the construction, recycling and steel, and demolition markets. www.altaequipment.com

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Industry News Manitowoc completes acquisition of the Crane Business of H&E Equipment Services, Inc.

Fairchild Equipment and Polaris announce new agreement

The Manitowoc Company, Inc., announced in last month the closing of the acquisition of the crane business of H&E Equipment Services, Inc. (“H&E”), one of the largest rental equipment companies in the U.S., for approximately $130 million, subject to the finalization of net working capital and other transaction adjustments. “We are excited to welcome the H&E crane team to the Manitowoc family. The acquisition of the H&E crane business advances our strategy to expand our aftermarket activities within a significant geographic region. The crane business will operate under our new wholly-owned subsidiary, MGX Equipment Services, LLC. Together, we are in a stronger position to continue delivering industry-leading products and support for our customers while growing shareholder value,” commented Aaron H. Ravenscroft, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Manitowoc Company, Inc. www.manitowoc.com

Fairchild Equipment has signed a dealer agreement with Polaris Inc. to represent Polaris’ GEM and Pro XD utility task vehicle (UTV) lines of commercial vehicles. The two companies share a business strategy to provide customers with a breadth of products without sacrificing the quality of service and depth of product knowledge.While Fairchild Equipment has been a trusted Taylor-Dunn distributor for many years, this new agreement expands the dealer’s territory from their Green Bay, Marinette, and Stevens Point, Wisconsin branches to the entire states of Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota as well as Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Northern Illinois www.fairchildequipment.com

TFS creates new Racking & Automation division TFS, an OnPoint Company, has announced the creation of a new division dedicated to racking and automation. Aligning TFS’s decades of expertise optimizing material handling equipment fleets with a shifting market landscape demanding ever greater delivery speed, product variability, and lower prices, TFS has created a new dedicated business division named TFS Racking & Automation Division. The division’s goal is to help customers address their space, flexibility, and automation needs. www.tfsglobal.com

PowerPro Equipment is new Merlo dealer PowerPro Equipment, located in New Holland, PA has added Merlo telehandlers to its lineup of equipment. Established in 1969, PowerPro Equipment has curated a reputation for offering a broad selection of high-quality, light, and heavy equipment for sale and rent to homeowners, lawn care professionals, and construction companies. PowerPro’s seven locations serve PA and NJ with direct sales, rentals, and service. www.powerproequipment.com

ARA forecast continues to call for significant increases in revenue and investment The outlook for equipment rental revenue, comprised of the construction/industrial and general tool segments, remains positive for 2021 and beyond. The updated third-quarter forecast released by the American Rental Association (ARA) last month at The ARA Show™ 2021 in Las Vegas, shows equipment rental revenue to exceed $47.6 billion in 2021, a three percent increase over 2020. While that number is slightly less than the second-quarter forecast, 2022 revenue now is expected to grow at a 9.9 percent clip to reach $52.4 billion, which will be a record for the equipment rental industry, topping the $50.9 billion recorded in 2019. www.ararental.org

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People News Industrial Scientific welcomes Pronitha Shankarananda as Vice President of Product Management

KION NA broadens territory with new locations for dealer partner Carson Material Handling

Industrial Scientific, has announced that Pronitha Shankarananda has joined the company as vice president of product management. Pronitha will be responsible for leading the Industrial Scientific product management and applications engineering teams while developing and executing the business and product strategy at a global scale. Pronitha joins Industrial Scientific from Fluke, where she spent the last six years in product management, product marketing, strategy, and leading some of Fluke’s largest business units. In these roles, she delivered key wins for both the business and customers across devices, IOT, and software, resulting in a product strategy aimed at solving real customer problems and generating significant growth for the business. Before joining Fluke, Pronitha held roles in enterprise sales, software consulting, and engineering at a variety of companies around the world. www.indsci.com

KION North America just announced a new dealer partner, Carson Material Handling, which has added two locations to better serve its customers in Charlotte and Morrisville (Raleigh-Durham area) in North Carolina. Carson Material Handling is authorized to sell both the Linde Material Handling and Baoli brands at all its locations. “We are extremely proud to partner with dealers who not only sell and support our brands but also offer exceptional customer service,” said Rick Schiel, director of dealer development. “Carson Material Handling is a family-owned business that takes pride in being a leader in service to its customers.

By adding these two additional locations in Charlotte and Morrisville, Carson Material Handling will be able to bring the outstanding customer experience they are known for to these new areas while representing the Linde Material Handling and Baoli brands.” www.kion-na.com www.carsonlift.com

ALL names Kasey Stephens new GM of Geismar, La., branch “Some kids played with Malibu Barbie. I played on a crane parked in my backyard.” That’s how Kasey Stephens explains her introduction to “living the crane life,” lifetime love of the crane business, which has culminated in her being named the new general manager of ALL Crane Rental of Louisiana, a member of the ALL Family of Companies. Stephens began her own career 15 years ago, first working for the same southernbased chain of crane rental companies where her dad spent his career. In 2012, Stephens joined the ALL branch she now manages, starting out handling contracts, insurance, and collections. By 2017, she was working in sales, having gained a well-rounded record of experience in virtually every facet of branch administration. “I joined ALL because I knew it was a place with no ceiling, where I could grow my career in cranes.” www.allcrane.com

Lindmeyer joins Felling Trailers as Great Lakes Regional Sales Manager Felling Trailers Inc.has appointed Joel Lindmeyer as their Great Lakes Regional Sales Manager. In this role, he will be responsible for all sales development, activity, and dealer support within Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. Joel’s primary responsibilities will be to achieve region market share objectives with the existing dealer base and develop new dealers in the assigned territory, providing training and product support. Joel will be taking over the Great Lakes region once served

by Daniel “Boone” Larsen, who retired in May of 2021.

Lindmeyer brings over twenty-five years of experience in the truck and trailer industry with a strong emphasis on sales and customer service. www.felling.com

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People News H&E opens new branch in Ogden, UT Effective October 11, 2021, H&E Equipment Services Inc. (H&E) announces the opening of a new rental branch just north of Salt Lake City in Ogden. It is the company’s third Utah facility. The branch is located at 1723 West 1350 South, Ogden, UT 84401-0328, phone 385-405-7200. The 8,350-square-foot facility sits on 3-acres with a fully fenced yard area, offices, parts warehouse, and a separate repair shop with six service bays. It is capable of handling a variety of construction and general industrial equipment for customers in northern Utah, southeast Idaho, and Western Wyoming. www.he-equipment.com

Herc Holdings to acquire Toronto-based Rapid Equipment Rental Limited Herc Holdings Inc has announced that it has entered a purchase agreement to acquire Toronto-based Rapid Equipment Rental Limited (Rapid Equipment). The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions with a plan to close in the fourth quarter of 2021. Terms were not disclosed. Rapid Equipment, a full-service general equipment rental company founded in 2013, comprises approximately 110 employees and seven locations serving construction and industrial customers throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) — one of the largest equipment rental markets in North America. www.hercrentals.com

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Industrial Manufacturing planned Industrial Project Report Data provided by SalesLeads 162 new Industrial Manufacturing Planned Industrial Project Reports - September 2021 SalesLeads just released the September 2021 results for the newly planned capital project spending report for the Industrial Manufacturing industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 162 new projects in the Industrial Manufacturing sector.

ALABAMA: Automotive manufacturer is planning to invest $288 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on their manufacturing facility in HUNTSVILLE, AL. They have recently received approval for the project.

The following are selected highlights on new Industrial Manufacturing industry construction news.

Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Type • Manufacturing/Production Facilities - 147 New Projects • Distribution and Industrial Warehouse - 54 New Projects Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Scope/Activity • New Construction - 57 New Projects • Expansion - 48 New Projects • Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 66 New Projects • Plant Closings - 12 New Projects Industrial Manufacturing - By Project Location (Top 10 States) • Indiana - 14 • Texas - 12 • North Carolina - 9

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SOUTH DAKOTA: Battery mfr. is planning to invest $250 million for the construction of a manufacturing and distribution complex in RAPID CITY, SD. Construction will occur in phases. They will relocate operations upon completion.

NORTH CAROLINA: Fiber optic cable mfr. is planning to invest $150 million for the construction of a manufacturing facility in HICKORY, NC. They have recently received approval for the project.

TEXAS: Paper products mfr. is planning to invest $120 million for the expansion, renovation, and equipment upgrades at their manufacturing facility in PINELAND, TX. Renovations are expected to start in early 2022, with completion slated for late 2022.

MAINE: Paper products mfr. is planning to invest $111 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades of their manufacturing facility in RUMFORD, ME. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

• Tennessee - 7 • Ontario - 7 • Illinois - 7

MICHIGAN: Automotive mfr. is planning to invest $250 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades at their manufacturing plants in DEARBORN, STERLING HEIGHTS, and YPSILANTI, MI. They have recently received approval for the project.

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Largest Planned Project During the month of September, our research team identified 15 new Industrial Manufacturing facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by Ford Motor Company, which is planning to invest $5.6 billion for the construction of an EV automotive and battery manufacturing campus in MEMPHIS, TN. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Completion is slated for 2025.

VIRGINIA: Aluminum extrusion mfr. is planning to invest $100 million for the expansion and equipment upgrades at their manufacturing facility in PRINCE GEORGE, VA. They have recently received approval for the project.

OHIO: Recycled paper products mfr. is considering the construction of a paper mill and currently seeking a site in the SOUTHWESTERN, OH area. Watch SalesLeads for updates.

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TEXAS: Diversified industrial equipment mfr. is planning to invest $77 million for a 75,000 SF expansion and the renovation of their weather-damaged manufacturing and office facility in TYLER, TX. They have recently received approval for the project. Completion is slated for Spring 2022.

NEVADA: Lithium-ion battery recycling company is considering investing $1 billion for the construction of a 1 million SF manufacturing facility and currently seeking a site in the EASTERN NEVADA area. Watch SalesLeads for updates

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Distribution and Supply Chain planned Industrial Project Report Data provided by SalesLeads 172 new Distribution and Supply Chain planned Industrial Project Reports - September 2021 SalesLeads has announced the September 2021 results for the newly planned capital project spending report for the Distribution and Supply Chain industry. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction, and significant equipment modernization projects. Research confirms 172 new projects in the Distribution and Supply Chain sector.

TEXAS: Online clothing and accessories consignment retailer is planning to invest $70 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on a recently leased 600,000 SF distribution center in LANCASTER, TX. Completion is slated for Spring 2022.

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Distribution and Supply Chain - By Project Type • Distribution/Fulfillment Centers - 58 New Projects • Industrial Warehouse - 1147 New Projects Distribution and Supply Chain- By Project Scope/Activity • New Construction - 86 New Projects • Expansion - 38 New Projects • Renovations/Equipment Upgrades - 54 New Projects • Closing - 5 New Projects Distribution and Supply Chain - By Project Location (Top 5 States) • New York - 13

• Texas - 12

• California - 11

• Ohio - 10

• Florida - 10 Largest Planned Project During the month of September, our research team identified 3 new Distribution and Supply Chain facility construction projects with an estimated value of $100 million or more.

The largest project is owned by AEsir Technologies, Inc., which is planning to invest $250 million for the construction of a manufacturing and distribution complex in RAPID CITY, SD. Construction will occur in phases. They will relocate operations upon completion.

Top 10 Tracked Distribution and Supply Chain Project Opportunities ARKANSAS: Pet food mfr. is planning to invest $117 million for a 47,000 SF expansion and equipment upgrades at their warehouse and processing facility in FORT SMITH, AR. Completion is slated for 2023.

VERMONT: Computer equipment mfr. is planning to invest $50 million for the construction of a 125,000 SF warehouse and manufacturing facility at 88 Technology Park Way in SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT. They are currently seeking approval for the project. Construction is expected to start in Summer 2022.

NEW YORK: A beverage company is planning to invest $50 million for the renovation and equipment upgrades on processing, warehouse, and office complex at 50 Broad Street in ROCHESTER, NY. Renovations are expected to start in 2022. They will relocate operations upon completion in Spring 2024.

OKLAHOMA: Online car retailer is planning to invest $40 million for the construction of a 190,000 SF warehouse and service facility in OKLAHOMA CITY, OK. They have recently received approval for the project.

WASHINGTON: Furniture mfr. is planning to invest $35 million for expansion of their warehouse and distribution center at 20623 34th Ave. E in FREDERICKSON, WA by 400,000 SF. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

OHIO: An Automobile storage provider is planning to invest $30 million for the construction of a 188,600 SF warehouse and storage complex in NEW ALBANY, OH. Construction will occur in phases, with the completion of the first phase slated for early 2022.

TEXAS: A Food bank is planning to invest $30 million for the construction of a 100,000 SF refrigerated warehouse and distribution facility in CORPUS CHRISTI, TX. They are currently seeking approval for the project.

NEW YORK: Technology and logistics firm is planning to invest $28 million for the renovation of their distribution and office facility in BUFFALO, NY. They have recently received approval for the project.

MINNESOTA: Boat mfr. is planning to invest $25.4 million for the construction of a 182,000 SF warehouse and manufacturing facility at 18040 US-10 in BIG LAKE, MN. They have recently received approval for the project. They will relocate operations upon completion. The site will allow for a future 50,000 SF expansion.

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Product Showcase KEEN Utility introduces the Women’s Dover “Tradeswomen Tested” boot

Superior Tire unveils Next Generation of Wheel Technology

The new American Built women’s Dover work boot: protection, durability, and a comfortable fit built for a woman.

Assembled in KEEN’s Portland, Oregon manufacturing facility, the women’s Dover is the first women’s fit safety style introduction from the company-owned factory. Built on a woman’s last, the new safety style is part of the KEEN Utility “Tradeswomen Tested” program dedicated to changing the status quo in safety footwear and leveraging the insights of female skilled trades professionals in a variety of fields from initial concept through production. www.keenfootwear.com/work

Superior Tire & Rubber Corporation has launched the Next Generation line of polyurethane load wheels branded Velocity™. This patent-pending product, redesigned and reengineered, promises to deliver a longer work-life by keeping the bearings and polyurethane cooler through its new innovative hub design. As with any industrychanging technology, there is one caveat - Velocity™ wheels are currently only available for the most popular 5-inch market sizes for Crown, Raymond, and HysterYale Class-2 equipment. www.SuperiorTire.com/Velocity

Combilift launches the new XLE model

TVH offers a wide variety of TireSocks

Combilift has officially launched its latest product, the Combi-XLE, to its impressive range of electric models. In line with the growing demand for electric-powered equipment, this multidirectional forklift with up to 5-ton lift capacity, combines emission-free operation with powerful performance for a wide range of industries and applications. The original engine-powered XL C-Series model was developed to address the requirements of tough working environments. The new Combi-XLE incorporates the same key design features as its earlier counterpart such as high ground clearance, large cushioned front and rear tires, and a spacious cab. www.combilift.com

TVH Americas now offers a wide variety of TireSocks to help keep floors clean and protected. With numerous sizing options, TVH is able to provide tire covers for a large selection of tires to help limit scuff marks and floor damage made by industrial equipment. TVH’s selection of TireSocks has amazing features to ensure the best quality product. Features include: Heavy-duty reinforced fabric with patches over seams to keep the TireSocks in long-lasting condition, sold in packages of four socks that are easily installable, slip-resistant fabric, the ability to self-center while driving and are machine washable – wash on cold and air dry for best results. www.tvh.com

CET Material Handling software now offers realistic forklift trucks Planning and engineering offices can now use realistic forklift trucks and warehouse equipment for their warehouse planning with CET Material Handling, Configura.“Using Configura’s software, CET Material Handling, planners are now able to give their 3D visualization of the warehouse and the intralogistics material flow an even more professional view. They can select from a great variety of different Linde truck models to create a realistic 3D warehouse layout design,” Intralogistics Consultant Andreas Mönk said for Linde Material Handling (MH). The intralogistics specialist offers fully networked electric and combustion engine forklift trucks, warehouse equipment, fleet management software, automated solutions, driver assistance systems, financing offers as well as services around the forklift truck, and operator training. www.configura.com 30

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Product Showcase GRI launches the ULTIMATE GREEN XT GRI reaffirmed its commitment to protecting our planet by launching the ULTIMATE GREEN XT, one of the most environmentally friendly material handling solid tires in the world. “Environmentally sustainable growth is our strategy today and for generations to come. The ULTIMATE GREEN XT is a premiumplus material handling tire, built for 24 hours per day, three-shift operations, enabled by lower heat build-up and higher endurance. The green color version is a nonmarking, high-performance tire developed for all surface conditions and intense operating environments. www.gritires.com

Gamber-Johnson unveils the new Zebra TC5X and TC7X Powered/Non-Powered Docking Cradles Gamber-Johnson has announced the availability of six new protective handheld technology docking cradles to support the popular Zebra TC5X and TC7X products. These handheld computer cradles offer a variety of rugged, reliable, and responsive options to meet your personalized needs, improve labor productivity and safely protect your technology investment to withstand the demands of today’s mobile work environments. www.gamberjohnson.com

Panacea Aftermarket introduces new line of Smart Forklift Scales

Craemer Group introduces the TC3-5 Palgrip® the completely closed plastic pallet

Expanding their product offering, Panacea Aftermarket Co. presents to you their BEAST Smart Forklift Scales.

All metal construction, 3.5-inch tough color screen, IP64 rated, wireless load sensor connectivity, integrated thermal printer, and cumulative weight count for just $1,499. Using the latest in digital technology and precision sensors, the BEAST Smart Scale offers impressively quick load reading times of 4 seconds and with 99% accuracy, making it both one of the quickest and fastest available. www.paco1.com/pages/smart-forklift-scale

Craemer Group has introduced the TC3-5 Palgrip®, the completely closed plastic pallet with a fully anti-slip coated top deck that puts safety and hygiene at the forefront.

TC3-5 Palgrip® is free from cavities or ribs, ensuring reliable protection from contamination or water ingress, and is popular in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

It’s also resistant to cold and heat between -22° F (-30° C) and 104° F (40° C) and offers absolute slip resistance – even when wet or in high humidity conditions, making it especially fitting for dairy and oil & gas too. www.craemer.com

Signode launches new Multi FleX1 Electric Signode just announced the introduction of its new Multi FleX1 Electric stretch hood technology. The Multi FleX1 Electric is the latest addition to Signode’s popular Lachenmeier brand of stretch hooders used around the globe for optimized load containment. The newest offering features an electrically operated stretch frame and the machine frame movement is electrical as well.

Its overall smaller footprint, due to reduced safety-area fencing, means that the Multi FleX1 Electric can also maximize valuable production floor space and be placed closer to a facility’s perimeter. The Multi FleX1 Electric shares the same powerful five-sided protection attributes as the traditional Multi FleX1. It has the ability to be fitted with several film rolls, allowing it to wrap multiple load sizes with greater variations quickly. www.signode.com

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847.680.3500

BATTERIES

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FORKLIFTS

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ENGINES ✓ Remanufactured engines

FORKLIFTS

✓ Engines in-stock for same day shipment ✓ Quality assured workmanship from people who know the business!

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Marketplace TIRES

FORKLIFTS Narrow Aisle Articulated Forklifts

At Tires International Corp., we offer a variety of solid tires for forklifts, telehandlers, skid steer loaders as well as larger loaders and other construction equipment. If you don’t see the tire you need on our website or need help in making your selection, call us. We’re always ready to help! “We ship our solid tires nationwide!”

• 80V Full AC System • Proportional Valve

• Fingertip Joystick • Lead-Acid/Li-ION

• ZAPI Controller • Lift up to 12.4M

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(800) 818-1139

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FORKLIFTS

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Over 800 Forklifts available! We’re not brokers, we own all our inventory ◆

OUR KITS ARE DESIGNED FOR TECHS, BY TECHS!

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX All Industrial Engine Service.............................. 15

Flight Systems Industrial Products (FSIP)..... A3, 12

Phillips Mine & Mill - Levy MG -......................... 11

www.all-industrial.com

www.fsip.biz

www.phillipsmineandmill.com

American Industrial Transmission, Inc...........23, 34

FMH Material Handling Solutions....................... A1

Superior Engineering......................................... 17

www.aittransmission.com

www.fmhsolutions.com

www.superioreng.com

Bristol Manufacturing.......................................... 7

Forklift-international.com.................................. 21

Superior Tire & Rubber Corp............................... 19

www.bristolsteel.com

www.forklift-international.com

www.superiortire.com

Collision Awareness...................................... Insert

Hader Industries Inc........................................... 13

The Forklift Pro.................................................. 20

www.save-ty.com

www.haderind.com

www.theforkliftpro.com

DACS, Inc........................................................... 14

JH Thomas Industries LTD.................................... 9

Thombert, Inc..................................................... A2

www.dacsinc.com

www.jhthomas.com

www.thombert.com

Dyna Rack......................................................... A4

Joseph Industries, Inc........................................ 12

West Point Rack, Inc............................................ 3

www.dyna-rack.com

www.joseph.com

www.westpointrack.com

FAD Equipment Store Inc...................................... 5

PFlow Industries, Inc.......................................... 16

White Blaze Equipment...................................... 27

www.fadequipmentstore.com

www.pflow.com

www.whiteblazeinc.com

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Let pedestrians and operators know if someone is just around the corner with our New LOOK-OUT ™

• Avoid Forklift Accidents • Alert Workers & Pedestrians • Warehouse, Yard and Office Applications • Reduce Liabilities • Increase Up Time

Alert Employees of Dangerous Collisions BEFORE They Occur!

LOOK-OUT™

Currently, we have 42 standard package offerings, ranging from one-way to fourway intersections. These units can be mounted to racks, walls, or ceiling hung for the large units.

Additionally, our new DUAL USE series consists of units that can be used INDOORS and OUTDOORS. Our units are Essential for Traffic Control.

Our LOOK OUT™ product line offers a versatile line of safety sensors that will alert workers and pedestrians if a forklift or other moving object is approaching just around the corner. Our sensors are great for any traffic area and are quickly becoming a standard for warehouse traffic control.

Avoid accidents and potential liabilities to your facility. We have LOOK OUT™ products for just about every safety application for your warehouse, yard, or office needs. Additionally, if you need a custom solution, we will work with you to assure that your safety needs are met to complete satisfaction.

Protect your employees, visitors, and guests from dangerous collisions with forklifts or heavy equipment while walking through your facility. Safety and caution should be an automatic response to your implemented systems.

We offer both interior and exterior sensors on our systems that can be mounted anywhere. They help control traffic concerns and communicate that someone is approaching from a spot that may not be otherwise visible.

When the sensors detect motion in blind spots around a corner or a door way, it begins to flash a warning to the pedestrian or operator who is approaching that intersection.

Additionally, sensors will signal the lights on either side of the unit to flash as to indicate someone is approaching the same intersection. Thus, everyone approaching that intersection is informed of movement and will know to proceed with caution.

The sensors may be adjusted to specific angles and lengths that will meet the needs of your facility. Signals are sent via bright flashing red LED lights on each visible side of the units.

LOOK OUT 1 R

AVOID DEADLY AND COSTLY FORKLIFT COLLISIONS As workers juggle more projects and deadlines with shorter time constraints, safety can become jeopardized. As this happens, so do accidents.

40% of all forklift fatalities are caused by an individual being struck or run over by a forklift. Many of these accidents and fatalities can be avoided by warning pedestrians and forklift operators of approaching danger.

Our LOOK OUT™ sensor alert warning system allows for quick and easy recognition of possible hazardous situations. Why take chances of liabilities when you can avoid accidents and protect your most valuable assets: your employees!

LOOK OUT 3 R

LOOK OUT 2 R

LOOK OUT 4

Sensor detects up to 35 feet away,24 hours a day

Shown: Hall Door Monitor Basic

Blind spots, corners, and dangerous intersections can cause series accidents. Wouldn’t it be great if someone was always there to alert you of oncoming traffic? Despite Safety Supervisors efforts, they cannot always be there to prevent collisions.

Thankfully, our units are there to scan traffic areas and alert 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• The Look Out units cover 2, 3, and 4-way intersections.

• The Hall Door and Overhead Door units cover hallways and overhead doors.

• The Basics detect on one side and alert on the other.

• The Dual Use series of units can be used for interior/exterior applications.

Examples of these units are shown below.

LOOK OUT 4

70’ 130’ 200’

35’

50’ Standard

10’-15”

OVERHEAD DOOR 4

T R A F F I C

The ‘FIT’ Height Awareness Sensors TRAFFIC

TRAFFIC

The Fit height Awareness Sensors alert truck drivers of overhead obstacles that may be in the line of an elevated mast. When the sensor beams are broken, the ‘FIT’ lights and audible alarm continuously alert the driver of potential danger.

T R A F F I C

OVERHEAD DOOR BASIC— DOUBLE

DUAL USE 12 EXT DOD Sensor

SensorInterior SensorExterior

DOOR

Double Alert

Exterior Double Box DOOR TRAFFIC

• Choose from 70’, 130’, and 200’ options for distance between sensors.

• Sensors and selectable audible can be used for interior or exterior applications.

• Great for protecting overhead sprinklers, heaters, lights, and storage; ceiling fans; loading dock awnings and industrial canopies; overhead bridge cranes; interior doorways; and parking garages.

MADE in the U.S.A.

TRAFFIC

Interior Double Box

Toll FREE: 888-324-1920

www.CollisionAwareness.com

Sales@CollisionAwareness.com

REDUCE YOUR BATTERY COSTS. PROVEN TECHNOLOGY Contact FSIP to inquire about demonstrations or rental/leasing options!

ATTRACT NEW BUSINESS & BOOST YOUR BOTTOM LINE • • • • • •

Fully automated regeneration process Improve and sustain longer run times Individual battery diagnostic report Eliminate used battery guess work Improved Customer experience Grow your business offerings

Sensors monitor each battery during the Xtender process to allow for detailed full-pack performance reports.

Flight Systems Industrial Products · 1-800-333-1194 · shop.fsip.biz · xtender@fsip.biz

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Customized designs are considered!

Portable Stacking Racks • For storing or transport, these long-wearing racks save space & time.

• Utilize vertical storage space by safely stacking these racks up to 5-high.

• Forklift portable for easy handling of loads up to 4000 lbs & more.

• Rugged construction features stand up to heavy industrial requirements.

• Save time by moving more material with fewer moves.

• Store product up and off the floor preventing product damage.

• Racks store easily with little storage space required when not in use.

• Standard rack designs/sizes can be changed to meet your specific needs.

“Ideal for your customer’s material handling needs.”

Call for assistance.

800-939-3962 Booth #B6614

www.dyna-rack.com sales@dyna-rack.com Made in the USA

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