SAFE PASSAGE WITH MATERIAL HANDLING

The latest equipment for handling materials and processes with care.

Roll handling system reduces injuries, fatigue, roll damage

Converter Accessory Corporation

(800) 433-2413; Fax (610) 863-7818

A new two-station rotating roll handling device from Converter Accessory Corporation, the Rol-handlR, is designed for rolls that weigh up to 2,000 lbs. Dual lift stations with two pivot points allow a roll to be readily maneuvered into true vertical and true horizontal positions, helping to eliminate damage to roll edges, and allowing rolls to be securely and safely placed in the desired positions. The Rol-handlR's CAC® System consists of a unique "L"-shaped pivot arm and a tandem, 360° North to South rotating hoist assembly that mounts to, and tracks along, any standard "I" beam.

Pile turners increase productivity, maximize efficiency

Colter & Peterson, Inc.

(800) 932-0780; Fax: 973-684-0260

Basic pile turner models are available from Colter & Peterson for turning only, while more sophisticated models include aeration, jogging with an alignment ruler and electric turning. Optional ionization is available to eliminate static build-up. Productivity is increased when using a Rachner pile turner by eliminating the manual activity of turning stock. Using a Rachner unit to jog and realign piles that have been knocked ajar in the press delivery can facilitate feeding and further increase productivity. Aeration of sheets substantially increases productivity as well. Minimal floor space required, no special foundation and can easily be moved with a pallet jack. Available in four models: R 800 (23 in. x35 in.), R 1000 (33 in. x 51in.), R 1500 (42 in. x 65 in.) and R 2000 (51in. x 71 in.).

Core salvaging and mechanical lifting

Nim-Cor

(603) 889-2153

Fax (603) 883-6980

Nim-Cor, Inc., introduces two material handling solutions, Roll Restorers and Vertical Center Lifts, for the web processing industry: The Roll Restorer is designed for salvaging crushed cores of paper, film, foil, plastic, and other types of roll stock. The mobile unit can be readily transported to the crushed rolls and is available in both a Standard and Heavy Duty version.The Vertical Center Lift is a mechanical gripping device that lifts and manipulates rolls of paper, plastic, foil, and other rolled materials without damage. This unit is available for most core sizes and is spring-activated to grip cores once inserted. An air-actuated model is also available.

Lift tables feature powered portability

Southworth Products Corp.

(207) 878-0700; Fax: (207) 797-4734

Two new lift tables featuring powered drive portability have been added to Southworth Products' line of Backsaver Lite Lifts. The new models suit applications that require a single lift table to be in multiple locations. Unlike caster or semi-live models that must be physically pushed or pulled, these units feature a motorized drive for effortless movement from one location to another. Dual wheel steering and a comfort-grip handle provide maximum control and maneuverability even in tight spaces. A maintenance-free battery provides ample power to make multiple trips in a single shift. The units' integral charger fully recharges the battery overnight. Backsaver Lite Powered Portable Lifts are available in 550 lb. and 1,100 lb. capacities with a choice of 24 in. x 50 in. or 30 in. x 50 in. platforms.

Jogger/aerators for paper, board

Automatän

(715) 341-6501; Fax (715) 345-1004

Automatän jogger/aerators, available in models to handle formats from 12˝ x 15˝ to 60˝ x 100˝, automatically invert pallet loads of paper and board, aerate and align the loads, clean sheets of dust and debris, and allow inspecting and culling of individual sheets. The jogger/aerators provide for combining multi-tier loads onto one pallet, and breaking apart single loads onto multiple skids. A drum-and-cradle design ensures safe, even load distribution.

Safety curtain with 7 millisecond response time

SICK, Inc.

(952) 941-6780; Fax: (952) 941-9287

The C4000 safety light curtain from SICK is a self-contained, non-contact control reliable safety light curtain with sensing resolutions of 14 mm, 20 mm, 30 mm, and 40 mm, and scanning ranges up to 60 ft. It is designed for use on hazardous machines for point-of-operation, area, perimeter, or entry/exit safeguarding, and can respond in as little as 7 milliseconds. The C4000 has a small profile cross-section, with protective heights ranging from 1 ft. to 6 ft. It provides integral interfacing and blanking, software selectable parameters, a seven-segment display, and on-line diagnosis tools. A rugged aluminum extrusion housing with a filter front window provides immunity to ambient light and strobe lights.