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We are looking for a good (reliable) sensor or method for detecting the height of the mast (or forks) on a forklift. This would be used as input to a system keeping track of what level or rack shelf is being used by a truck for pick up or putaway. Anyone know of any commercial sensor for this or see this done before?
  • Posted 4 Feb 2005 07:32
  • By LarryM
  • joined 4 Feb'05 - 1 message
  • Delaware, United States
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