Introducing the innovative Konecranes electric tyre handler. This new machine, recently purchased by Fortescue, is Australia’s first electric tyre handler, and potentially a world first.

Designed to meet the demanding needs of the mining industry, this purpose built 17-tonne E-VER electric forklift, featuring a tyre handling attachment with 8.5 tonne lift capacity, ensures the safe, precise, and efficient handling of 8,500kg tyres.

Safety & Innovation

Developed by United through direct collaboration with our mining customers, contractors and suppliers, the tyre handler has continued to evolve. This has led to the integration of many critical safety systems, which have been field tested, making this one of the safest tyre handlers in the industry.

A new wireless clamp pressure monitor displays real-time hydraulic pressure of the clamp to the receiver, which is displayed on a digital pressure gauge in the cabin. This provides the operator with the exact pressure of the clamp that they can reference to the correct pressure required, ensuring precise tyre handling and prevents over or under clamping.

A light sequence safety system provides clear visual signals to ground personnel. Red and green indicators show when it is safe to approach the tyre fitting area, minimising risk.

The Blaxtair pedestrian detection system further enhances safety through cutting-edge 3D stereo cameras that utilise AI to distinguish, in real-time, a person from an obstacle or object in the work environment. It utilises thermal imaging sensors to identify pedestrians in low light conditions, even multiple people simultaneously from surrounding site objects that approach from opposite directions. Once detected, the operator is immediately alerted who has enough time to avoid a potential collision.

Magnetic wireless cameras optimise operator visibility during tyre handling operations. Heavy-duty magnets allow cameras to be attached anywhere on the machine. The feed is then displayed on a cabin screen to give operators adaptable viewing angles for precise control and safer handling.

Sustainable Lifting

Traditionally tyre handlers have always run internal combustion diesel engines. However, as our customer needs change, and the world explores more sustainable and eco-efficient alternatives, United have always been ready to meet these industry demands.

Fortescue’s push toward net zero through a robust decarbonisation plan has led to the progressive replacement of their mining fleet with battery electric machines.

The Company aims for Real Zero, which means no fossil fuels and no offsets.

Their target to achieve Real Zero for Scope 1 and 2 terrestrial emissions has been set across their Australian iron ore operations by 2030. Its decarbonisation plan includes the deployment of an additional 2-3 gigawatts of renewable energy generation and battery storage, in addition to the deployment of a green mining fleet and locomotives.

Key considerations for their pathway to decarbonise include the development of technology, future equipment acquisitions, and potential regulatory changes. Future changes to Fortescue’s decarbonisation strategy may impact key estimates and changes to asset carrying values in the Group’s financial statements.

As tyre handlers play an essential role in Fortescue’s Pilbara mining operations for tyre maintenance, and keeping up with their net zero goals, it was essential for these machines to be phased to electric models.

Through our direct collaboration with Fortescue and manufacturing partner Konecranes, subsequent technology improvements, and the introduction of Konecranes’ new generation E-VER electric forklift, this has allowed us to develop the first full electric tyre handler for Fortescue.

Powered by lithium-ion technology, these electric tyre handlers deliver smooth, clean and quieter operation, with faster acceleration and lift speeds. The fast-charging, zero-emission lithium-Ion battery, also helps to reduce energy consumption by up to 70 percent. Regenerative braking further enhances efficiency by returning energy back into the battery. Operators also experience a truly enjoyable driving experience with one of the industry’s most spacious and comfortable cabins.

The new electric tyre handler delivers eco-efficient heavy-duty performance with a lower carbon footprint, while maintaining an advancing level of safety in a high critical risk work environment.

Watch the New Konecranes Tyre Handler Video

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“It is a huge achievement to be selected as Exclusive National Retailer by AlmaCrawler, the products of which are respected across five continents for their quality, excellence of engineering, manufacturing and service backup,” as said by our Managing Director, David Maxwell.

“Their quality and service ethos strongly complement our own, and the power of this partnership means the Athena scissor lift range and future AlmaCrawler products will further benefit from United’s expansion as one of Australia’s largest privately-owned forklift and access equipment companies, with Australia’s most extensive range of forklift, scissor lift and boom lift equipment for sales and hire.”

Mr Andrea Artoni, left, and Mr Maxwell celebrate the new Exclusive National Retailer agreement for the Athena scissor lift.

Athena Scissor Lift Range

Athena scissor lifts are designed to be used for a variety of tasks and industries. The product line up comprises several working height models including the Athena 850 (8 metre), the Athena 1090 (10 metre) and the tallest model, the Athena 1470 (14 metres). These machines are all offered in different variations including:

• HE – Named due to its compact dimensions and reduced weight.

• EVO – Includes a high-powered diesel engine and proactive and dynamic levelling.

• Bi-Energy – Features a whisper-quiet engine which makes it possible to operate the machine indoors.

The unique and high quality constructed Athena scissor lift is acknowledged across the globe as an access problem solver. One of the key capabilities that gives the Athena an advantage over other scissor lifts is the advanced bi-levelling technology. A conventional scissor lift is usually limited to inclines of only 2-4 degrees and a levelled surface is required to raise and operate. The Athena on the other hand can easily handle rough terrain and operate on inclines up to 20 degrees. This means the scissor lift will automatically level on its two axes to allow operation on even the most challenging terrain and slopes.

Previously businesses would have been forced to erect scaffolding or use all terrain boom lifts on difficult sites, however the compact Athena solves this problem. The variety of Athena models available also provides businesses with greater flexibility to suit the application and site conditions.

AlmaCrawler has also recently expanded its reach in the Australian market by opening its first branch in Sydney, under the name Almac Pacific Pty Ltd. This will allow AlmaCrawler to effectively service and support the Australian market including United and its customers.

AlmaCrawler General Manager Mr Andrea Artoni says the Australian market’s appreciation of the company’s products have from day one made Australia our first market. “It was very important to identify a high-quality partner to service and support the retail market.  United have always been very receptive to our products and produce the same level of quality work. For this reason, it was natural to partner with United. It is a pleasure that one of the most important and well-respected players in the Australian Market decided to add our unique range of products and the Athena brand in its portfolio.”

“United will be a great resource to further strengthen Athena and future AlmaCrawler products in the market. This will certainly bring many interesting opportunities for the future and lead to a mutually successful relationship. For us this was a natural agreement as we definitely share the same unique approach to the way we do business.”

Athena Scissor Lifts Award Winning Success in Australia

United first introduced the Athena 850 into the product line in 2016. Since then, the Athena has made a large impact into the market and has successfully won international and national awards due to its outstanding design and performance. This includes the international (IAPA) and Australian New Product of the Year awards (HRIA). These were followed up in Australia last year with the Safety Solution of the Year win in the Endeavour Manufacturing Awards.

Suitable Industries

The Athena scissor lift range are ideally suited for use in the following industries:

• Building and Construction
• Facilities Maintenance
• Park and Tree Management
• Council Operations
• Industrial and Commercial Plant Access
• Horticulture
• Agriculture

For more information

• Athena scissor lift range
• Athena scissor lift video

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C-Series Pallet Trucks

C-Series pallet trucks bring together an extensive range of various lift capacity models ranging from 1200kg to 2500kg. From the lightweight NPP12E, ideal for lighter duty lifting, right up to the NPP25EA which suits heavy duty lifting and increased workloads. All these models provide ergonomic characteristics that add comfort for the operator. The smart design also ensures easy maintenance and minimal running costs.

The NPP12E pallet truck is perfect for use in retail environments through its compact size. Like a typical manual hand pallet jack with its small dimensions , it has a small size with the added benefit of being a powered pallet truck, which means no more manual pushing or pulling. This pallet truck also utilises a higher density lithium ion battery for longer usage life cycles compared to acid-batteries. Simply pull out, plug another battery pack in, and you are ready to start working again.

The NPP15E pallet truck also includes innovations that were recognised in the international product Red Dot Design Award. The Red Dot Award is the prestigious distinction for high design quality. The international jury awards this coveted quality seal exclusively to products that stand out from comparable entries due to their good design or innovative character.

A-Series Walkie Stackers

A-Series walkie stackers are highly suited for both light and heavy use lifting and stacking. Quality built and smartly designed, the compact chassis delivers a tight turning circle with dynamic handling and excellent travel speeds. With the operator in mind, they also include a range of ergonomic features which provide enhanced levels of comfort and safety to meet the demands of any busy warehouse.

These walkie stackers are available in various capacity straddle leg models from 1200kg to 1800kg. Some models also include fully adjustable straddle legs to cater for various sized pallets and warehouse racking. Regardless of the lifting demand, all A-Series models deliver low consumption and high reliability through both DC and AC drive motors. The NSP12EAS and NSP18EAS walkie stacker models provide robust and maintenance free AC traction motors. This allows for smoother traveling from point to point and helps boost productivity and efficiency.

T-Series Walkie Reach Stackers

T-Series walkie reach stackers are the all-rounder lift truck for any warehouse. Just like the A-Series, they include the same design and benefits that improves efficiency and productivity in any warehouse. Where they differ is through the inclusion of the specialised reach arm attachment. The reach arm makes it the effective solution to handle all types of stacking, loading and unloading of pallets, especially off trucks and utes, much easier.

The walkie reach stacker is built on an innovative AC system that delivers strong power, accurate control and excellent performance. Maintenance free AC motors ensure minimal maintenance and lower running costs. Assorted options are also available to increase performance and productivity. This includes a platform to minimise the amount of walking during long shift work or when shuttling goods over long distances. The optional proportional valve on the steering handle also offers the operator more precise control when reaching, lifting and lowering of the forks.

Electric Forklift Design Features

All three electric forklift series include distinctive features as standard which provide greater value to businesses. These features help to improve productivity, safety, maintenance and security.

Multi-functional Handle

The comfortable handle on a long tiller arm, which varies from model to model, provides effortless steering for the operator. The main controls are easily accessible which allows the operator to multitask the lifting and lowering of the forks. The smart drive switch also provides easy forward and reverse acceleration with the simple push of the thumb.

Pin Code Start

All lift trucks, except the NPP12E pallet truck and walkie reach stacker models, include a pin code panel as standard. This allows businesses to control the unauthorised use of the equipment. The operator must firstly enter the security pin when starting the lift truck to use the equipment. This boosts security and increases safety by preventing staff, who have not undergone forklift training, from using the equipment.

Intuitive Display

The smart display provides valuable information to the operator during a shift. This includes hours, battery level as well as error codes for quick fault diagnosis.

Greater Safety

A safety button located on the top of each lift truck provides extra safety for the operator. With the push of the button, the power of the pallet truck or walkie stacker can be immediately disabled. The addition of a belly button on the handle further increases safety by preventing the operator from accidentally getting pressed between an object and the lift truck.

Easy Maintenance

Easily removable covers on all lift trucks allow technicians to quickly access the battery and all major components. This allows inspection, replacement or maintenance tasks to be completed quickly.

This full range of walkie stacker and pallet truck products will provide customers with a greater choice of equipment to lift, shift and stack pallets. Whether in the warehouse or retail floor, we expect this new range to be a welcome addition for both existing and prospective customers alike.

Click to view our introductory promotional specials on the electric forklift range.

For more information please contact your local United branch on 131 607 or by email.

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The Comet X-Trailer has a working height of 12m with a lift capacity of 200kg. A horizontal outreach of 4.5m makes it ideal for accessing high or tricky areas. Furthermore the 360-degree rotation provides extra flexibility in movement when on site. Where operators require a compact boom whilst maintaining a good working height and reach, the Comet achieves this. This makes the cherry picker ideal for a range of applications including sign writing, electrical, painting, glazers and facility maintenance.

The trailer mounted boom lift is built to the highest quality standards by one of Italy’s oldest and most respected EWP manufacturers, Comet Officine. These machines are fully compliant and meet strict European and Australian standards.

United are proud to be offering another new and innovative product to the market. The Comet trailer mounted boom is available to purchase, and soon to hire, being the latest edition to the national rental fleet.

Watch the Comet X-Trailer Video

Trailer Mounted Boom Lift Standout Features

Compact and Lightweight

Comet X-Trailer’s total weight starts from just 1,200kg for the standard model and 1400kg for the hybrid model. Mid-size sedans can tow the X-trailer without the need of heavy duty vehicles.

Smooth controls

Hydraulic controls provide high levels of accuracy and precision in movement. Found in both the basket and boom, they are comfortable and easy to use for the operator.

Available in Various Models

The Comet trailer mounted boom lift is available in battery electric, petrol, diesel and hybrid models (diesel & electric). The diesel and petrol models are ideal for a range of outdoor applications, whilst the electric model for indoor use.

The hybrid model provides extra flexibility for businesses who work on different work sites. Working indoors is possible with the battery electric power providing clean and quiet operation. The convenient switch allows operators to easily switch between battery electric and diesel power.

Optional Self-Drive System

The Comet X-Trailer is available with an optional self-drive system, which allows easy on-site manoeuvring of the trailer. Operators can also use the controls to drive the trailer smoothly up to a vehicle and position it ready for towing. This feature enhances safety by eliminating the need to manually push and position the trailer.

Power to the Platform

The X-Trailer’s smart design provides optimal worker efficiency. The trailer boom comes with a 240-volt power outlet in the platform. Simply connect to mains power and workers can use their power tools when working at height.

Operator Safety Features

The Comet X-Trailer comes with additional safety features to protect the operator on site. Two emergency shut-down switches are accessible in the basket and lower boom. A ‘dead man pedal’ positioned on the basket floor, locks the boom in place and prevents it from moving whilst working at height.

For more information, including envelope and specification data sheet, visit the Comet X-Trailer product page.

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The new Haulotte HT28 RTJ PRO Boom lift has now arrived. United have been fortunate to receive the very first boom lift in Australia. This new telescopic boom features the latest advanced safety and world first sustainability innovations not seen in other boom lifts. The result is optimal performance for a range of access and maintenance applications.

The HT28 RTJ PRO boom lift has a maximum outreach of nearly 24m, below ground reach of 3m and ground clearance of 48cm. It is compact, easily transported and offers excellent rough terrain capabilities.

“The HT28 is robust, easy to maintain and suitable for all industries. The latest innovations will bring the productivity and reliability that the Haulotte brand is already known for globally,” said Mr Andrew Macdonald, National Product Manager – Access Division, United Forklift and Access Solutions.

“It is ideally suited to tasks requiring access equipment in industries such as building, construction and infrastructure, ship maintenance, forestry, mining and maintenance of large structures,” said Mr Macdonald.

The new HT28 boom also has an optional dual load capacity of 230-350kg. In the 350kg mode, the platform can accommodate up to 40% extra equipment weight. The unit also has an oscillating axle, 4 wheel steering, hydraulic differential wheel lock, high ground clearance, and gradeability up to 45%.  

HT28 RTJ PRO Boom Lift Safety

The new HT28 comes with Haulotte’s in-built ACTIV’Screen technology. This system provides real-time diagnostics and is capable of displaying malfunction resolution, machine settings, maintenance alerts and service intervals.

ACTIV’Screen’s on-board fully coloured monitor screen and diagnostic system provides precise information for operators. This helps to avoid unnecessary service calls or field intervention on rental equipment, which in turn maximises machine uptime. By directly accessing the machine parameters and diagnostic information in real-time, fault diagnosis is three times faster.

The Telescopic Boom lift also comes with the next generation of secondary guarding, Haulotte’s ACTIV’Shield Bar 2.0. This anti-crush bar provides a safety gap to prevent physical crush injuries when the machine is in operation. ACTIV’Shield Bar 2.0 offers additional protection without compromising productivity.

HT28s are also fitted with Haulotte’s new industry-first ACTIV’Lighting System, which allows loading and unloading to occur at night. The ultra-high performance lighting system is located at several points around the machine. The lighting system illuminates controls and the area around the boom so operators can safely carry out manoeuvres in a well-lit environment.

Sustainability

Another innovative new feature fitted to the HT28s is Haulotte’s world first STOP Emissions System for booms. The system automatically switches off the engine after 90 seconds of idle. This effectively reduces the running time by up to 20%, and furthermore reduces fuel consumption by up to 8%.

As a result, by automatically stopping and restarting the engine, Haulotte’s STOP Emission System reduces engine use and peripheral components by up to 20%. This extends machine life, extends residual value, decreases fuel consumption and lowers operating costs. Furthermore, with 20% less noise, the boom lift can be operated in sensitive areas like hospitals and office buildings.

“The innovative safety and sustainability features of the new HT28 make it a truly industry-leading telescopic boom, with useful benefits for a huge range of access applications,” said Mr Macdonald.

More Information

Learn more about the HT28 RTJ PRO Boom Lift.

Watch the new HT28 RTJ PRO video.

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The compact scissor lift can safely traverse slopes and terrain where access equipment previously could not operate at all. It is believed to be the first scissor lift in the world with the unique bi-levelling capabilities. This allows it to level on both its axis in longitudinal and lateral directions. The benefit it that it can operate on slopes and uneven terrain where conventional scissor lifts cannot.

“Winning this award was a fantastic recognition of the hard work of the United team. Our company places a strong emphasis on both safety and innovative solutions to add real value to the industry and our customers,” said Mr Mark Versaci, Marketing and CRM Manager, United.

United’s Glen Stefanac (centre) and Jason Thompson (right) with David Duncan, Managing Director of SICK, who sponsored the award.

This latest safety award adds to the awards already won by the Athena scissor lift. In 2016, the Athena was awarded both the international (IAPA) and Australian New Product of the Year awards (HRIA).

About the Athena Bi-levelling Tracked Scissor Lift

Where conventional scissor lifts are typically limited to slight inclines of 2-4 degrees, the Athena 850 scissor lift handles with assurance and safety, terrain variations up to 50cm front and back and 38cm side-to-side on uneven terrain, or inclines up to 20 degrees, says United Forklift and Access Solutions’ General Manager, Sales, Marketing and Distribution, Mr Trent Osborne.

This makes the Athena scissor lift one of the most versatile and productive scissor lifts on the market. With a 7.9 metre working height and 250kg lift capacity, the Athena is suited to a wide range of industries. This includes;

• Building and construction,
• Facilities maintenance,
• Industrial and commercial plant access,
• Tradespeople including painters, electricians and sign writers,
• Park and tree management,
• Council operations,
• Landscapers,
• Orchardists, and
• Primary production including vineyards, horticulture and agriculture.

More Information on the Athena Scissor Lift

• General information on business suitability and Athena demonstration video.
• Download the Athena specifications brochure.

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When you step inside Konecranes Generation C Cabin – OPTIMA, you are greeted with an expanse of ‘best-in-class’ cabin space. Whether seated within a Konecranes forklift, reach stacker or empty container handler, the view of the world outside is complimented by superior visibility due to very large, lowered windows with no corner posts. Overhead is a slim but very strong roof cross member and curved panels are a design feature.

Safety first overrides the design of the C-series and the driver’s sightlines are unobstructed to allow excellent visibility to key working areas which are clear both in front, to the sides, and to the rear.

A more ergonomic layout with integrated seat-mounted controls means that you work in functional comfort with more space provided for foot pedal operation. Instrumentation has been moved from the driver’s left side to his right and above his seat, where it is conveniently accessible.

The interior of the OPTIMA cabin can be customised to suit your exact operational needs. Apart from positioning the driver’s seat, which features compressor suspension for extra comfort and support, you can select mini-wheel steering, lever steering and prioritise the instrumentation that you need. United can also customise the cabin further by installing extra equipment should it be required within the instrumentation panel for your business.

An electronic joystick control is available as standard with auto accelerator/power control on Konecranes Reach Stackers and Container Handlers. The lifting levers also offer super-smooth and effortless touch control at every point of a handling operation on Konecranes Forklifts.

While at work driver comfort is assured by an efficient HVAC (heating, ventilation and air condition) system which offers a 50% overall capacity improvement on previous models.

TOUCH SCREEN MONITORING FOR EFFICIENT OPERATION

The cabin also features the industry’s first 7” touch screen colour display which provides full truck monitoring including eco-drive, fuel management and a personal driver login. The touch screen monitor also supports an optional integrated rear-view camera and tyre pressure monitoring.

The C-Series is highly intelligent and sophisticated. The complete range of lift trucks features an Electronic Machine Control system (ECM). This is a management system that incorporates a comprehensive list of monitoring functions designed to assist in maximising productivity through the efficiency of vehicle and operator performance. Further software can also be integrated within the ECM system to include Konecranes world class fleet management system TruConnect.

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This exciting and unique product is a real game changer, and has already been praised from customers. What differentiates the Athena scissor is its sophisticated and quality constructed bi-levelling technology. Unlike conventional slab scissor lifts on the market that can only negotiate a small incline and require a levelled surface to raise the platform, the Athena can easily traverse rough terrain and operate on inclines up to 20°. What this means is the machine can cleverly and automatically level itself on two axes to allow operation on most work sites, where until now would require a boom lift or scaffolding.

The Athena provides a working height of 8 metres with a load capacity of 250kg and can easily accommodate two operators. Being dual powered with a diesel engine and 240V power supply, the Athena is perfect for both indoor and outdoor use and is ideal for tradespeople, facilities management, building and construction, council operations, landscapers, vineyards, agriculture and much more.

The Athena scissor lift is now available for purchase and hire from United.

Watch our new Athena scissor lift video.

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We are now pleased to announce that we have finalised the purchase of the Cat Lift Trucks business from Hastings effective 30th September 2016. United are now the Cat Lift Truck distributor for Australia. United and Hastings will continue to work closely together going forward, with Hastings becoming a reseller to support their key customers, as well as a service agent for United in remote areas where they have a presence.

“Equipment purchaser and equipment hire customers, including existing Hasting customers, will also benefit substantially from the prompt, comprehensive and well established service, safety and training arrangements from United facilities across Australia. These services are keyed to enhancing cost-efficiency while extending safety and environmental benefits from advanced equipment that we are progressively introducing and expanding in the local market.” says Craig Coles, Cat Lift Truck Product Manager, United.

United has taken delivery of the Cat Lift Truck capital equipment and spare parts stock and over the next few weeks will transfer various rental agreements currently in place. In addition, Hastings have provided United with their forklift customers throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, which we are in the process of connecting with to offer our support and build ongoing relationships.

This should give a great boost in the development of our Queensland and Northern Territory branches, and will also make it a lot easier in tendering for National business. More importantly this goes a long way towards our vision of being a United, National, Innovative business Today & Everyday Delivering what we promise.

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The 2016 model Optimum 8 scissor lift is a simple, robust and reliable AC-powered machine, designed for stop-at-nothing performance. With a market-leading forward speed of 5km/h, 1.5m turning radius and integrated safety features, the Optimum 8 is ideal for many applications.

Optimum 8’s asynchronous AC motors facilitate smooth precision movements in difficult-to-access places, while ensuring the safety of its operators and clean, green, environmentally harmonious operation. Its extremely narrow turning radius means operators can manoeuvre in the most restricted spaces, saving time, enhancing safety and avoiding damage in warehouses, workshops, maintenance, loading, production, generating, infrastructure and processing facilities and congested worksites inside and out.

“Optimum 8 is swift and sure-footed to ensure optimal productivity with its market-leading forward speed, working height of 7.7m and drivability at full height up to its platform height of 5.77m. Its smooth load elevation and driving – with even, proportional movements, thanks to the AC motors – translate into on-the-job comfort, confidence and safety for operators,”said United’s National Access Product Manager, Andrew MacDonald.

The machine’s outstanding versatility and safety is founded on a host of innovative Haulotte features, says Mr MacDonald, whose broad experience of access equipment extends over 10 years throughout Australia.

Features include:

• Compact dimensions (0.79m width, 1.9m length) and exceptional turning radius to get through even standard doors without having to lose time by needing to use folding guardrails
• Optimal weight and configuration enhancement to allow operation in winds up to 45 kmh while maintaining full load capacity
• Automatic protection against potholes, and ability to traverse numerous obstacles means it has no trouble mounting truck ramps while being transported.
• Intelligent counterweight design in the back of the chassis. This world-first feature from Haulotte enhances safety and productivity, helping to ensure platform access cannot be damaged,
• Further safety and efficiency from the counterweight’s integration of protected non-skid steps and storage area for charger plugs and optional electrical plugs.
• Reliability features, including halving of the number of hydraulic hoses (from 10 to 5) and reduction in the number of hydraulic cylinders from four to three.
• Maintenance-free AC motors with no carbon brushes to be replaced
• Extra protection against weather corrosion for pins, screws, bolts and paint, complemented by waterproof connectors to safeguard electrical circuits against humidity and corrosion
• Haulotte ACTIV’Screen embedded diagnostic device, which is easy to operate and provides key information including tilt, overload, breakdown, necessary maintenance and battery level. The system enables technicians to programme, repair, calibrate and control the machine without other tools.
• Swing-out trays for quick and easy maintenance, one for the batteries, and the other for hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Optional features including pipe cradle, AC power to platform, working light, glazier pack and safety flashing light.

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The advanced green AC power of the ECTCB series trucks – available in capacities from 1.3-2.0 tons – cuts emissions while giving greater performance, longer shift cycles and simpler maintenance, says United’s CAT Product Manager, Craig Coles. The ECTCBs have some of the largest battery capacities in the market, with 20 per cent greater power reserves enabling them to work harder for longer.

“Additionally, the versatile configurations of CAT electric forklifts and their easily programmable operating characteristics let operators match machine performance with operator experience and load type in virtually any interior task and for many outside uses too,” he says. EP-TCB series lift trucks can be configured to function at a particular power level to best suit the lifting task.

Energy conservation and regeneration is an important feature of the EP-TCB’s advanced AC Energy Regeneration System, which channels power back into the battery during simple activities like braking, plugging or even decelerating. Trucks will shut down automatically after 15 minutes when left in standby mode.

Their intelligent Advanced AC Power Control System, with high-capacity motors, provides powerful acceleration even on an upslope. The advanced electronics enable very precise inching and control. Maintenance is also reduced due to the absence of carbon brushes in these high performance AC motors.

For warehouse applications, the latest CAT electric forklift trucks are both quick and easy to manoeuvre, with their very tight turning circles complemented by rounded rear surfaces to enhance manoeuvrability and minimise collision and damage risks in confined spaces. Their typical maximum lift height of 7.5m makes them well suited to most standard wide aisle racking operations, while their clean operation makes them eminently suitable for food, beverage, pharmaceutical and sensitive and refrigerated goods handling.

“For production environments, electric forklifts are perfectly suited to bringing supplies or components to a production line or clearing waste packaging or other production by-products away. They can additionally be used to load or unload heavy good vehicles, either from the rear of the vehicle (via a raised loading dock) or from the side (from ground level),” says Mr Coles.

Another plus is their hydraulic shock absorption, which virtually eliminates load impact caused by bumps. Further, their compact but highly stable design means they can be cross-utilised to perform both duties in situations where traditionally two types of forklifts are being used: ie, four-wheel counterbalanced trucks outside, transferring to reach trucks inside.  “This versatility creates improved work place efficiencies while reducing your operating costs,” says Mr Coles.

Safety and damage avoidance

The trucks’ vacuum fluorescent display (VFD) is located at the right front of the cab so as not to obstruct the driver’s view of the forks. At the same time, it allows quick viewing and monitoring of important vehicle information. The ECTCB’s VFD display is easy to read even under direct sunlight and bright conditions. Information on traveling speed, battery discharge status, current time and key-on hours are displayed in real time.

The advanced Cat® lift trucks Mast and Travel Interlock System helps protect operators by initiating a series of protective actions if operators leave the normal seated operating position.

To help operators manage preventative and regular maintenance with a minimum of downtime, CAT electric forklifts are equipped with high energy efficiency, on-the-go system monitoring, self-diagnostic and fault memory monitoring. In addition, on all models, a built-in service reminder can be programmed so that maintenance can be scheduled at intervals to suit shift patterns.

“As with all Cat Lift Trucks products, these electric forklifts are built to last. Combining toughness and operator comfort with the most advanced technical features, make them a very adaptable, clean and powerful workhorse suitable for many of your indoor and outdoor applications,” said Mr Coles.

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