Innovation
In an industry that never stands still, seven designs have been shortlisted for pushing the boundaries furthest.
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Continental Tyre Group Ltd
CSEasy rapid-fit tyre
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The CSEasy is designed to be fitted using a torque wrench. With no need for a mounting press, it presents a huge benefit for users. The pioneering CSEasy has an adapter between the tyre and rim, so there is no longer a requirement for any mounting press, accessory components and rim pool. Fitted to any Lemmerz-contoured rim, it dramatically reduces the amount of vehicle downtime involved in changing an industrial tyre. The CSEasy has advanced technical properties such as optimum rim seating, low rolling resistance, high temperature tolerance and higher dynamic load capacity. Safety is enhanced through optimised side-tilt stability and greater steering precision.
Curtis Instruments UK Ltd
Model 1298 integrated AC traction and hydraulic system controller
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Curtis Model 1298, featuring an integrated DC pump control and AC vector traction control, was launched in April 2007. It is unique in that its advanced design allows for 'in vehicle characterisation', of any AC induction motor, providing optimal vehicle performance and efficiency and enabling OEMs to remain with or change motor supplier. Self-characterisation reduces development costs and shortens time to market - which is critical in today's marketplace. Generic software is included for pedestrian power pallet truck and pedestrian stacker applications. Other applications can be easily supported with alternate VCL (Vehicle Control Language) programming that can be provided by Curtis or, when written exclusively by OEM engineers, provides truly differentiated solutions.
Doosan Infracore UK Ltd
Electronic Inching System (EIS) on D160 IC engine counterbalance
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To allow accurate handling of even the largest loads, Doosan has developed a fully electric controlled autoshift transmission on its D160 IC engine counterbalance. The autoshift transmission has three forward and three reverse gears. It allows high- precision electronic inching and creep-speed movement, at the touch of a switch, even when the loads are massive. Furthermore, it greatly reduces maintenance requirements and enhances service life.
Komatsu Materials Handling UK
BX50 109 Compact fork lift
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The BX50 is fitted with a super lift hydraulic system, encompassing a tandem hydraulic pump that doubles lift speed at low RPM and provides continuous power to the KAPS III steering system. This steering system combines sensors at the steering axle and steering column. These help to reduce steering wobble, making the truck easier and safer to operate. In addition it ensures that the steering wheel always returns to the same position.
Linde Material Handling (UK) Ltd
Linde ACtive G reach truck range
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Fitted with a unique drive unit suspension and cushion rubber and superelastic tyres, the ACtive G is a dual-purpose reach truck designed to operate effectively outside on uneven surfaces (loading and unloading road vehicles, for example) as well inside (storing and retrieving loads in narrow aisle warehouses). The truck's suspension unit, with special mounting for the drive wheel and motor, adds a new dimension in operator comfort, stability and operational durability by isolating vibrations during sustained high-speed operation. The load transfer is smooth, reducing the vibration impact and, consequently, whole-body vibrations. Not only does the cushion rubber drive wheel offer effective operation on uneven surfaces, but its durability and longevity reduce operating costs.
Norco Group Ltd
Norco RMS™/Extranet
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Norco RMS™ is an internal system that was developed for, and is used by, Norco's rental department for asset tracking, transaction recording and reporting. The system records the movement and location of all the assets owned by Norco, recording historical data against each asset and recording all relevant information relating to an agreement. Norco RMS™ has enabled Norco to develop an Extranet which gives its customers the ability to order batteries and track their orders (including historical data) through a web-based application. BT Rolatruc was the first company to successfully use the system and it is currently being developed for other customers.
Toyota Material Handling UK Ltd
Tonero speed and acceleration control
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Forklift operators and goods are actively protected by the industry's most advanced safety features and technologies on the new Toyota Tonero IC engine counterbalance range. These include Toyota's unique System of Active Stability. As part of that SAS technology, the trucks now have speed and acceleration control with load at height. The system monitors and takes account of the weight of the load. This helps to avoid potentially dangerous situations, and reduce the risk of load spills, by progressively limiting drive speed with load at height and controlling sudden acceleration.
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