US Open Forklift Rodeo & Safety Expo Cancelled

The 16th annual US Open Forklift Rodeo & Safety expo has been cancelled. According to Springfield Clark County Safety Council president Kristina Downing, Safety Council and Forklift Rodeo founder Colonel Dick Higgins continues to recover from an accident earlier this year. The 16th annual US Open Forklift Rodeo & Safety expo was scheduled for October in Springfield, Ohio. Last year’s competition set a participation record. Thirty-two teams and a total of 66 forklift operators participated. It is expected the event will resume in 2012.

 

 

 

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Flexhaust Offers Carpet Cleaning Truck Mount Hose

An upgraded polyethylene copolymer hose that comes in a variety of colors with integral poly-welded cuffs for commercial, industrial, and residential truck mount installation is being introduced by Flexhaust. Flexaust Genesis® STM Carpet Cleaning Truck Mount Hose is extruded from a proprietary polyethylene copolymer blend that provides improved flexibility and crush resistance, claims the firm.  Reinforced with an integral poly-ethylene double-profile I-Helix for easy dragging over all surfaces, this carpet cleaning truck mount hose is available in a wide variety of colors.

 

Featuring factory-installed poly-welded cuffs, Flexaust Genesis STM Carpet Cleaning Truck Mount Hose handles full vacuum, resists most chemicals, solvents, and water, and operates over a -40°F to 160°F temperature range. It comes in 1.5” and 2” I.D. sizes and standard 25’ and 50’ lengths in red, blue, yellow, orange, and green, with custom color matching offered. Flexaust Genesis STM Carpet Cleaning Truck Mount Hose is priced from $0.96 per foot, depending upon size and quantity.  Samples and price quotations are available upon request.

 

 

 

 

Magnetek Announces New Telemotive MLTX2

Magnetek, Inc. has announced the introduction of its new Telemotive™ MLTX2 bellybox transmitter for material handling applications.  The MLTX2 radio remote control provides users with an informative graphic display and two-way feedback in a lightweight, comfortably contoured case.

 

“Our new MLTX2 transmitter offers users a number of feature-rich options that enhance productivity and safety,” states Ben Stoller, Magnetek’s Director of Radio Controls. “You are able to configure the new MLTX2 on a Windows PC with our Radio Control Programmer (RCP). Uploading new programming in the field is easy with a USB connection. An optional graphic display keeps the operator informed of system status at all times, and makes configuring system settings simple. Two-way feedback, another new option, provides information such as machine related parameters, engine diagnostic information, and Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI).” MLTX2 is available in several frequency options including 400MHz, 900MHz, and 2.4GHz.

 

 

 

 

Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks Unveils New Walkie Stacker

Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has announced the addition of a new 3,000-3,500 lb capacity Heavy-Duty Electric Walkie Straddle Stacker to its North American product line. The new PWT15 and PWT18 walkie stacker models feature an AC-powered drive motor and electric power steering option, giving operators precise control when traveling at any speed.

 

Several helpful features extend the new walkie stacker's battery life and increase efficiency. The stacker can be easily powered-up by using a key or with an optional keyless access pad. Optionally, after a set amount of time of inactivity, the walkie stacker's auto shutdown feature powers the forklift down, conserving energy and allowing for more run time. The advanced regenerative braking system also enhances efficiency and control by smoothing out directional changes and reducing brake pad and component wear.

 

The forklift’s AC-powered drive motor's brushless design significantly diminishes noise levels and improves operating efficiency. The electrical system's emphasis on power and efficiency makes it ideal for repetitive stacking applications where travel distances are relatively minimal, such as storage and staging areas, skid, cart or work-table applications. Adding the electric power steering option improves the already precise steering control.  Also, the addition of a steering motor to the system helps to reduce operator fatigue and boasts quiet activation.

 

Further empowering the operator's control, the new walkie stacker is equipped with both pinwheel and crawl speed functions. The pinwheel function gives the operator the ability to pinwheel the forklift with the handle in a completely vertical position while pressing the crawl speed button. This function also provides better utilization of space and helps increase productivity.

 

The walkie stacker offers features geared toward operator security as well. The emergency reverse button will stop and reverse movement of the stacker if the operator is traveling in the forward direction and gets caught in close quarters. Like all Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks products, the new walkie stacker is backed by some of the industry's best programs for payment options and services, including parts and labor for all systems for one year.

 

 

 

 

Samsung Techwin America Appoints New President

Samsung Techwin America has announced the appointment of Soon Hong Ahn as president of the video surveillance and security products supplier. Formerly Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing for the security division of Samsung Techwin Co. Ltd. in Korea, Ahn is familiar with the unique challenges and opportunities of the security and video surveillance markets in North America and Latin America. A frequent traveler to both regions, Ahn will provide valuable management perspective and leadership as Samsung Techwin America continues on its path of sustained sales growth.

 

“I am very pleased to now be able to focus my full attention on the important security and video surveillance markets in the Americas,” Ahn said. “My new position provides a great opportunity to help position Samsung Techwin America as the market leader. I am especially interested in receiving feedback from the dealer, integrator and end-user communities to help guide our efforts to improve and to earn new business.”

 

As a strategic thinker with global experience, Ahn has already been a strong supporter of Samsung's evolution and growth in the North American and Latin American markets in the last two years. Samsung has focused on being a comprehensive supplier of security systems including video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection and alarm systems. The company has an ongoing commitment to technology leadership, which includes development of new analog and network DSP chipsets equipped with differentiated core algorithms as a basis for video surveillance products offering additional features and superior performance in the marketplace.

 

Samsung has also added an access control line, including standalone controllers and Wiegand-output readers that combine 125KHz proximity or 13.56 MHz contactless smart card credentialing, keypad access based on personal identification numbers (PINs), and/or fingerprint biometrics.

 

 

Hyster Company Strengthens Marketing Team with Two Hires

Hyster Company is pleased to announce the hiring of Thom Peebles and Jason Gasparik. Peebles, who comes to Hyster Company after an extensive career with Michelin North America, joins the team as Hyster marketing brand director. Peebles will be responsible for all Hyster branding and marketing materials and provide leadership in messaging and organizational processes. As marketing director for the BF-Goodrich and Uniroyal brands, Peebles gained solid experience managing an organization to grow brand equity and sales. Most recently, Peebles worked within a distributor network owned by Michelin. This, in addition to other dealer experience, gives Peebles an excellent appreciation of challenges facing the distributor channel.

 

Gasparik is the new director of Big Truck sales. With a background in manufacturing, product engineering and heavy equipment sales, Gasparik spent the last 10 years in the materials handling industry. He worked for Kalmar, first as a sales engineer, and then as the West Coast region manager. Most recently, Gasparik was the large truck manager for Washington Lift, the Taylor dealer in Seattle. Gasparik’s leadership and knowledge will position Hyster Company for aggressive growth in the Big and Jumbo Truck arena.

 

“We are confident that the addition of new talent to the organization will provide Hyster Company and NMHG with the level of skill and expertise necessary to succeed as markets continues to strengthen and grow,” said Jonathan Dawley, VP of marketing, NMHG. “We look forward to working with Thom and Jason.”