Pick-to-light devices: Banner Engineering,
a provider of technology for industrial automation, has released the PTL110 Series of
scalable versatile pick-to-light devices designed
to improve speed, productivity, and quality in
picking, kitting, and related applications.
PTL110 Series pick-to-light devices feature
optical sensor and touch button capabilities
that can be used individually or together to
confirm standard pick actions plus secondary
functions. The optional alphanumeric display
can be used to indicate part count or provide
other instructions. In addition, the LED indicator features 14 colors and various animation options to clearly differentiate multiple
conditions.
PTL110 pick-to-light devices feature Pick-IQ technology, a purpose-built Modbus-compatible serial bus protocol that delivers
fast response times, according to the company.
The fast response speed at scale makes these
devices suitable for use on production lines
and fulfillment stations that require many pick
points while maintaining a rapid pace, it adds.
Each PTL110 device features two M12 connectors for quick and secure installation of multiple devices with no additional cables required.
PTL110 devices can be paired with a wireless
controller for mobile and IIo T (Industrial Internet
of Things) applications. (Banner Engineering,
www.bannerengineering.com/us)
Facility lighting: To help companies increase
productivity and visual appeal, Big Ass Fans has
introduced the Big Ass LED Bay Light. Featuring
more LEDs than any previous Big Ass light and
a module that directs light where it’s needed,
the LED Bay Light will transform the way users
see their space, the company says.
Durable and sleek, the LED Bay Light keeps
the light bright and the heat away. Offering a
variety of outputs (six lumen options ranging
from 12,000 to 36,000, which is equivalent
to 800 to 2,400 watts), the LED Bay Light can
brighten any space, the manufacturer says.
With three mounting options (aircraft cable,
conduit, and flush), a rotatable module providing various angles of distribution, and five
interchangeable lens options to shape and
direct light, the LED Bay Light is designed to be
simple to install, alter, and optimize.
Rated up to an industry-topping 187 lumens
per watt, the LED Bay Light maintains output
for 150,000 hours (that’s 17 years of 24/7
operation). With a rugged thermodynamic
design for dissipating heat, the LED Bay Light
won’t break, flicker, or overheat, the company
says. (Big Ass Fans, bigassfans.com)
End-rider pallet truck: Yale Materials Handling
Corp. has introduced its new end-rider pallet
truck series, designed to help operations boost
labor efficiency and throughput in order picking, unloading, and other warehouse tasks.
The Yale MPE060-080VH end riders feature
an array of ergonomic, productivity-enhancing,
and maintenance-friendly features, designed to
address the labor challenges and cost pressures
facing supply chains, the manufacturer says.
The Yale MPE060-080VH end riders feature an optional extended platform that
provides over 30 percent more usable foot space, the company says. The “Ultra
Cushion” helps reduce shock and vibration, keeping operators comfortable and
focused all shift long. The end rider’s “Precision Pick” feature enables precise bidirectional control of speed and coast functions at the press of a button, allowing
operators to easily navigate between pick locations.
The end rider is designed with extended service intervals of up to 1,000
hours, which translates into a reduction in servicing requirements of as much as
50 percent, according to the company. When service is necessary, the maintenance-friendly design offers quick, secure access to key components, enabling
service tasks to be completed quickly. LED platform and fork lights can increase
operator awareness and visibility in low-light areas like dim storage aisles and dark
trailers, helping avoid product and equipment damage.
The end rider’s “Smart Shift” bundle enables shortcuts to improve operator
efficiency. Operators can raise and lower forks with a single touch, and use the
cruise-control system to relax over long hauls. (Yale Materials Handling Corp.,
www.yale.com)
