 Versatile counter-balance lift truck from Crown |
Crown Lift Trucks has released a unique counterbalanced forklift for the Australian market, capable of being used in a variety of applications.
Dubbed the 'cross-over' vehicle, the RC 5500 Series can be used throughout a facility including loading and unloading trucks, transporting and staging products throughout the warehouse, as well as storing products in racks.
The model has been developed over the past three years and encompasses the very latest in operator ergonomics and safety, a Crown statement says.
Key features include:
- Flexi-ride suspension which reduces operator shock and vibration by three times more than other stand-up trucks.
- AC power.
- Crown Access 123 electric control, Crown's patented electronic control system.
- Sidestance clearview visibility, contoured mast and chassis for maximum visibility.
- e-Gen braking system, using AC motor torque instead of wearable brakes to slow the truck, thus reducing maintenance requirements.
- Infopoint service & troubleshooting system.
"We really challenged ourselves to design the compartment to be the best in its class," says Crown general manager, marketing, Craig Kenchington.
"We studied operator behaviour including how they got on and off the forklift, and how they manoeuvred around the warehouse, managing loads. As a result, we designed the compartment for comfort and productivity.
"This unit provides real-world operational benefits that translate to increased productivity, increased operator satisfaction and lower 'whole of life' costs."