Excellent News - no spillage from plastic bulk containers

Advertisement
- 13 Sep 2018 ( #889 )
3 min read
Virginia Tech has now completed laboratory testing of wooden pallets, plastic pallets and plastic bulk containers with and without SumoGloves.

The Second Report of independent tests undertaken in the USA, by the highly respected Virginia Tech Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design, has concluded that the damage frequently caused to plastic bulk containers in the supply chain by a carelessly driven forklift truck's forks can be all but eliminated if trucks are fitted with Sumo Glove fork impact reduction technology.

The Sumo Glove is a protective cover that fits to the tips of a lift truck's forks. Its unique cushioning effect reduces both container and load damage and costs without affecting the operational effectiveness of the forklift truck.

Under laboratory conditions, Virginia Tech used a pendulum impact test to evaluate the damage caused to plastic bulk containers by a lift truck's forks - with and without Sumo Gloves.

Representative damages of the ISO Bin after the impact with (left) sharp<br />fork tines and (right) using the SUMO gloves protected fork tines.
Representative damages of the ISO Bin after the impact with (left) sharp
fork tines and (right) using the SUMO gloves protected fork tines.

The containers suffered structural damage when impacted with less that 2,000 lb-ft kinetic energy by unprotected forks. However, once Sumo Glove technology was added, the containers experienced no damage after a four-fold increase in kinetic energy (nearly 8,000 lb-ft) and given a staggering 73 'hits' - at which point the test was stopped.

By virtually eliminating the risk of serious structural damage to plastic bulk storage containers, Sumo Glove technology significantly reduces packaging costs and cuts product waste as well as spillage and cleanup costs in the supply chain.

Sumo Glove's proven ability to stop bulk containers becoming pierced during the handling process is particularly important to hazardous chemical supply chains, as Simon Ross, Co-founder of SumoSafe Global - the company behind Sumo Glove - explains: 'Forklift-related product damage is a concern at many sites - after all, when a lift truck's fork pierces a plastic container the goods inside are often ruined and, if a liquid is being stored, the downtime generated by the need to clear up the spillage only adds to the expense.

'However, at chemical storage facilities the potential consequences are all together more serious and could have significant health, safety, cost and environmental implications.'

He continues: 'A 1.6 tonne counterbalanced forklift truck travelling at just 3 miles per hour will generate enough force to cause significant damage to a chemical drum or other form of IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container) tote or tank. But, as the Virginia Tech tests illustrate, Sumo Gloves slash the likelihood of impact damage caused by a lift truck's forks.'

Virginia Tech is the only laboratory in the USA with facilities to evaluate all aspects of unit load and material handling design and efficiency and it is renowned around the world for its pioneering research in to the design of efficient packaging, pallet and unit load solutions.

Sumo Gloves are made from industrial grade polyurethane and are quickly and simply fitted. The gloves suit most normal forklift tines and can be applied to stainless tines. The gloves comply with explosion proof standards.

And, for those that do not want to fit the Sumo Gloves themselves, the same level of protection is available from the SumoSafe Global SafeFork - a range of lift truck forks supplied with the protective Sumo Gloves already fitted.

Offered in various sizes, SafeForks are compatible with all major forklift truck brands and model types and are supplied 'ready-to-use'.

The laboratory testing of wooden pallets, plastic pallets and plastic bulk containers is now completed, and several companies are now using SumoGloves with their paint and chemical drums.

Virginia Tech has offered to evaluate how your special containers protect your special products with and without SumoGloves.

Anyone with spillage or product damage or container damage concerns, caused by forklifts, should contact SUMOSAFE Global Pty Ltd.

Find out how the SumoSafe range of the products can benefit your business.



Please contact:

SUMOSAFE Global Pty Ltd
Simon Ross
44 7833 323775
send an email
www.sumosafe.net
Visit ShopFront


For more information on these leading safety products including videos and reports from independent industrial testing and analysis and case studies visit www.sumosafe.net.
To learn more about impactful advertisements: download our media kit
The article on this page is supplied by and shown on behalf of an advertiser and does not in any way represent the views of Forkliftaction. The originators take full responsibility for their content. We advise you to contact the advertiser directly for any matters concerning this article.
Words of support …

Thanks to advertising with Forkliftaction, we have received inquiries and more and more people are aware of Ningbo Ruyi Joint Stock Co.,Ltd, which fits with our company's goal to go global and let the world know more about the benefits of our Xilin brand.

Michille Shi, Vice General Manager Sales
Upcoming in the editorial calendar
WIRELESS CHARGING
Aug 2025
MANAGING MIXED FLEETS
Oct 2025

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

Inside The News
This week Forkliftaction News is celebrating its 25th anniversary! A wonderful achievement given we launched at a time when just 6% of the world’s population were internet users, according to Internet World Stats . Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing stories about our history and rolling out more celebrations, so keep an eye out... Continue reading
Upcoming in the editorial calendar
WIRELESS CHARGING
Aug 2025
MANAGING MIXED FLEETS
Oct 2025
Inside The News
This week Forkliftaction News is celebrating its 25th anniversary! A wonderful achievement given we launched at a time when just 6% of the world’s population were internet users, according to Internet World Stats . Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing stories about our history and rolling out more celebrations, so keep an eye out... Continue reading
Words of support …

I know I can count on them. They give valuable suggestions on the campaign planning, and to publish content is as easy as abc, as they take care of the material layout and check links. This is a great support.

Annalisa Castellini, Marketing Manager

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

Upcoming industry events …
September 23-25, 2025 - SÃO PAULO, Brazil
October 15-16, 2025 - Las Vegas, United States
November 25-26, 2025 - Singapore, Singapore
Inside The News
This week Forkliftaction News is celebrating its 25th anniversary! A wonderful achievement given we launched at a time when just 6% of the world’s population were internet users, according to Internet World Stats . Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing stories about our history and rolling out more celebrations, so keep an eye out... Continue reading
Words of support …

Thanks to advertising with Forkliftaction, GemOne has experienced a significant enhancement in our online presence. Working with Forkliftaction has enabled us to boost engagement with our targeted audience, resulting in an increase in information requests and downloads of valuable materials from our website. Forkliftaction has consistently delivered outstanding results, helping us to effectively connect with the right audience.

Justine Lootens, CEO

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

Upcoming in the editorial calendar
WIRELESS CHARGING
Aug 2025
MANAGING MIXED FLEETS
Oct 2025