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Pneumatic forklifts: UniCarriers
Americas Corp. (UCA) has announced
that its TCM-brand iNoma series and
heavy pneumatic forklifts are now
available through all of UCA’s Central
American and South American dealers. According to the company, this
engine-powered lineup provides a cost-effective solution for customers who desire
UniCarriers’ reliability with a base setof standard features.
UCA’s TCM iNoma lineup is available in LPG-, gasoline-, dual
fuel- (LPG/gas), and diesel-powered models. All LPG, dual fuel, and
gasoline models are powered by UCA’s popular K15, K21, and K25
engines, which are designed to deliver superior torque and horsepower to satisfy a variety of high-cycle manufacturing applications.
The iNoma models offer capacities that range from 1. 5 to 3. 5 tons.
These trucks feature enhanced operator comfort, maneuverability,
easy maintenance, environmental friendliness, and increased durability through a variety of equipment upgrades.
The TCM Heavy Pneumatic models from UniCarriers are available
in capacities ranging from six to 16 tons. All models are equipped
with durable, powerful diesel engines that deliver consistent and
reliable performance and productive results. (UniCarriers Americas
Corp., www.unicarriersamericas.com)
Economy lift truck: Hyster Co. has unveiled its new H50XT, a
lift truck designed to operate in a variety of applications at a lower
cost of acquisition and ownership.
The new XT truck series is offered in 4,000-, 5,000-, and 6,000-
pound models. The series incorporates key design and component
elements of the premium Hyster Fortis truck series, ensuring that
the new trucks deliver dependability.
The new truck is available with a PSI 2.4L dual-fuel engine featuring Hyster Variable Power Technology, which includes selectable
performance modes that allow customers to maximize productivity
or fuel economy to fit specific application requirements. (Hyster
Co., www.hyster.com)
Electric trucks: Kion North America Corp. has introduced two
new series of Linde forklifts, the Series 1169 Electric Walkie Stacker
and the Series 1276 80-volt electric truck. These new products are
part of Kion NA’s long-term strategy to develop a more comprehensive product portfolio.
The Linde Series 1169 is the newest addition to the Kion NA
warehouse product line. This 24-volt truck features a Linde controller, sealed AC motor, sealed connectors, stability caster, and residual capacity. This straddle truck was designed specifically for the
North American market, which uses a GMA 48- by 40-inch pallet.
The Linde Series 1276 is the latest addition to the company’s
electric counterbalance lineup. It includes twin drive motors, a
combi axle, and an 80-volt AC electrical system. According to the
company, the voltage arrangement guarantees cooler running
motors and high efficiency, due to less energy waste by avoiding
unnecessary heat buildup and emissions. The twin motor drive system, combined with the patented “combi axle,” provides maneuverability. In addition, the truck features traction control to deliver
motion, even with one wheel completely slipping. (Kion North
America, www.kion-na.com)
