At CeMAT 2011, Cargotec unveiled its new DCG90-180 range of Kalmar lift trucks - ushering in the new 'G' generation of counterbalance equipment.

This new range of forklift trucks - with capacities ranging from 9-18 tonnes - is the first of Kalmar's G generation material handling equipment. They promise to deliver improvements in fuel efficiency, safety, serviceability and ergonomics while reducing environmental impact.

One of the happy customers that recently received the new state of the art forklift is Kronprinz in Germany. Kronprinz, founded in 1897 in Solingen, Germany and a member of the Mefro wheels group since 2005, ordered a 18-ton Kalmar DCG180-6 equipped with a coil ram for carrying steel coils to production lines.

High performance, low emissions

Powered by a Stage IIIb motor, this high-performance truck is available in 15 sizes ranging in capacity from 9,000 to 18,000 kg (LSP 600/900/1200mm).
The model chosen by Kronprinz is equipped with a low emission Cummins motor with an integrated EGR filter system that needs no after-work cleaning. The coils, each weighing up to 16,300 kg, are picked up at the central warehouse and carried over a distance of up to 500 metres to the processing lines in a two-shift operation.

The duplex free lift mast has a lifting height of 4,000 mm and the fork carriage comes with integrated lateral thrust. If needed the coil mandrel can be swapped for a 2,400 mm fork.

Efficient design, long life

Oliver Kah, Senior Sales Manager for industrial machinery at Cargotec Germany, offered the 600 mm LSP model because of its shorter wheel base, which provides easier manoeuvring at the transfer station. The machine's outstanding technical solutions include load-sensing axial piston hydraulic pumps that adjust the oil supply according to need. It is also quieter than conventional pumps and requires very little space. This truck comes with Stage IIIB motors made by either Volvo or Cummins, both of which offer significantly reduced emissions (90% of particles and 50% of nitrogen oxides). The speed curve of the motors is markedly convex allowing for a high torque even at low rpm values. Maintenance-free wet multi-disk brakes and a disk brake used as a parking brake are prime examples of Kalmar's safety concept. The service interval is 500 hours for all functions. All service and maintenance points, including tank inlets, are grouped on one side of the vehicle, in places easily accessible from the ground. The Kalmar truck will serve for approximately 2,500 operating hours per year. Maintenance is provided by the Cargotec's fully equipped local customer service.

Kalmar DCG90-180 range of forklifts: New and improved ergonomics, comfort and driver visibility. The 21.6-ton truck measures 5,065 mm with a brand new EGO cabin offering several exclusive benefits: Large panorama windscreen with a wider visual field than any other cabin window in trucks of this class. The Side pillars are placed as far back as possible to ensure an unobstructed view. The cabin meets all ROPS/FOPS regulations. A horizontal windshield wiper with covered guides above the window keeps over 90% of the visual field clear, significantly reducing fatigue and accidents. The quiet motors and variable pumps keep noise down. The LWA value is 107 dB(A) at full load and can be further reduced by mounting the optional soundproofing kit. A fully secured pedal system with an adjustable pedal angle ensures maximum ergonomics and minimum stress on the driver's foot. The small EGO steering wheel is adjustable and can be tilted sideways. The operator panel functions as an extension of the driver's hand - easy to adjust, use and read. All vehicle controls are intuitively grouped by function in a clearly structured layout. The panel contains a 3.5" board computer display with a radio button showing status and service information for all components of the machine. This cabin is optionally available with a "mini wheel" or steering lever in place of the default steering wheel. The compact dashboard is mounted low to optimise the view of forks and load. A perfect example of user-friendly design is the innovative LCD tachometer. Mounted on a swivel arm, it shows driving and motor speed, tank filling, service parameters and adjustable settings. CAN bus and electronics have been further improved. The air conditioning has been optimised to meet the strict requirements of the climate-certified EGO cabin. A large air intake, easy filter exchange from the front and a smart, well-dimensioned component design ensure the utmost comfort.

For more information please visit www.cargotec.com / www.kalmarind.com

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