Material handling - Articles - Page 17

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Integrated VRC system

October 7, 2014

Engineered for material lift in automation duty applications, the Wildeck fully integrated VRC system incorporates automated flush-mounted conveyors with a straddle or 4-post vertical reciprocating conveyor.

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Pick and hold module

October 7, 2014

Based on a microcontroller that can be reprogrammed, the OES PH-ET pick and hold module integrates into new and existing applications.

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Storage/handling system

October 7, 2014

Utilizing dynamically adjustable pallets, the Lista STAK System storage and handling system includes a captive lifting and handling device for the management of heavy loads.

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Diesel lift truck

October 7, 2014

The Cat DP70N 15,500-lb. capacity, diesel pneumatic tire lift truck features a Perkins 854E 3.L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that exceeds EPA Tier 4 interim regulations.

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Pneumatic rotary actuators

October 7, 2014

Bimba MHRQ double-rack, rack and pinion pneumatic rotary actuators feature a compact, extruded aluminum body.

Field Reports

Taking the squeeze out of raw ingredient storage and flow

Consolidating rack systems increases storage capacity by 42 percent and frees up space, allowing the addition of 24 percent more inventory items.

September 4, 2014

General Mills’ Cedar Rapids, IA plant had successfully used pallet flow and pushback rack systems, but ongoing growth, product changes and long usage time created the need for a storage system that would safely add capacity to its existing facility.

International Powder Bulk & Solids Event

Powder and bulk show preview: Program to focus on safety, solutions and compliance

Shane O'Halloran

April 8, 2014

Educational forum and exhibition floor allow attendees to envision solutions in action.

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Cheese block handling system

March 8, 2014

A complete turnkey solution, the Haden & Custance 40-lb. cheese block handling system de-cartons, de-bags and tracks inline up to 80,000 lb./hr.

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Vertical lift

March 8, 2014

The MCE Gripper Elevator vertical lift firmly grips individual products to elevate or lower them.

Automation

Cost containment: Using automation to help stop leaks

Everywhere you look, your cash flow is hemorrhaging. Integrated automation systems can show you where to start applying tourniquets.

Wayne Labs

March 8, 2014

You may be able to use a spreadsheet or home accounting program to get your household finances in order. But, there are so many places for cash to evaporate in a food or beverage plant, that unless you are using an integrated software system to track and focus every process, you may never know if leaks exist.