DC Velocity - May 2013

Pneumatic-tire lift trucks: Cat Lift Trucks has introduced a new series of 8,000- to 12,000-pound capacity diesel lift trucks with pneumatic tires.

The DP40N1–DP55N1 Series trucks feature a new diesel engine that exceeds the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Tier 4 Final emissions standards, which regulate diesel particulate and nitrogen oxide emissions. This is the first Cat lift truck product to feature a new Tier 4 Final engine. The new engine reduces particulate matter (or “soot”) by 90 percent and nitrogen oxide by 50 percent while also increasing fuel efficiency by 21. 6 percent.

The engine operates without requiring any ash service and features low noise levels, which helps reduce operator fatigue. (Cat Lift Trucks, www.cat-lift.com)

FTL quoting/bidding service: Unishippers Global Logistics LLC, a small-package and freight shipping reseller for small and medium-sized businesses, has launched an online capability that allows customers to quote and order full truckload (FTL) shipments. Unishippers developed the feature as part of its Freight Manager online transportation management system.

Key features of the new tool include instant, guaranteed quotes; a variety of FTL services and options from intermodal to partial truckload; and access to all FTL, LTL (less-than-truckload), and UPS small-package shipments from a single online transportation management system. The system provides customer service for every shipment quoted or booked. It also offers tips for quoting and booking FTL shipments.

The program can provide 180 days of shipment history and one invoice for all the customer’s FTL, LTL, and UPS small-package shipments. (Unishippers, www.unishippers.com)

Lift truck-mounted computer: Motorola’s new VC70N0 lift truck-mounted mobile computer marks a major upgrade from the company’s VC5090 line of vehicle-mounted computers.

The VC70N0 enables real-time data access and collection in a wide range of environments—from the dock and warehouse to the freezer. It can support applications for receiving, putaway, replenishment, picking, packing, and shipping. Users can easily add a variety of options to the VC70N0, including corded or cordless bar-code scanners, keyboards, and a variety of voice capabilities. According to Motorola, the VC70N0 helps improve inventory visibility and reduces errors in warehouses, cold storage, yards, intermodal terminals, and seaports.

Designed to operate within the four walls of the distribution center, the VC70N0 vehicle-mounted computer features the latest operating systems, 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi connectivity, and a much smaller overall design. The smaller size makes the computer easier to mount and improves the visibility of the lift truck operator. The unit is 40 percent lighter than the previous VC5090 units and has an overall size of 10. 4 inches.

The VC70N0 can be used in both traditional telnet terminal-based environments and browser-based applications. (Motorola Solutions Inc., www.motorola.com)

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