Contents

INTRODUCTION

PART I CONVEYORS

1.1. Chute conveyor
1.2. Wheel conveyor
1.3. Roller conveyor
1.3. A. Gravity roller conveyor
1.3. B. Live (powered) roller conveyor
1.4. Chain conveyor
1.5. Slat conveyor
1.6. Flat belt conveyor
1.7. Magnetic belt conveyor
1.8. Troughed belt conveyor
1.9. Bucket conveyor
1.10. Vibrating conveyor
1.11. Screw conveyor
1.12. Pneumatic conveyor
1.12. A. Dilute-phase pneumatic conveyor
1.12. B. Carrier-system pneumatic conveyor
1.13. Vertical conveyor
1.13. A. Vertical lift conveyor
1.13. B. Reciprocating vertical conveyor
1.14. Cart-on-track conveyor
1.15. Tow conveyor
1.16. Trolley conveyor
1.17. Power-and-free conveyor
1.18. Monorail
1.19. Sortation conveyor
1.19. A. Diverter
1.19. B. Pop-up device
1.19. C. Sliding shoe device
1.19. D. Tilting device
1.19. E. Cross-belt transfer device
1.20. Specifications for some conveyors

PART II CRANES

2.1. Jib Crane
2.2. Bridge Crane
2.3. Gantry Crane
2.4. Stacker Crane
2.5. Specifications for some Cranes

PART III INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS

3.1. Hand Truck
3.1. A. Two-Wheeled Hand Truck
3.1.B. Dolly
3.1. C. Floor Hand Truck
3.2. Pallet Jack
3.2. A Manual Pallet Jack
3.2. B. Powered Pallet Jack
3.3. Walkie Stacker
3.3. A. Manual Walkie Stacker
3.3. B. Powered Walkie Stacker
3.4. Pallet Truck
3.5. Platform Truck
3.5. A Walkie Platform Truck
3.5. B. Rider Platform Truck
3.6. Counterbalanced (CB) Lift Truck
3.6. A Sit-Down Counterbalanced Lift Truck
3.6. B. Stand-Up Counterbalanced Lift Truck
3.7. Narrow-Aisle (NA) Straddle Truck
3.8. Narrow-Aisle (NA) Reach Truck
3.9. Turret Truck
3.9. A. Operator-Down Turret Truck
3.9. B. Operator-Up Turret Truck
3.10. Order Picker
3.11. Side loader
3.12. Tractor-Trailer
3.13. Personnel and Burden Carrier
3.14. Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV)
3.14. A. Tow AGV
3.14.B. Unit Load AGV
3.14.C. Assembly AGV
3.14.D. Light Load AGV
3.14.E. Fork AGV
3.15. Specifications for some Trucks


PART IV CONCLUSION

PART V REFERENCES































INTRODUCTION

Handling, hoisting and conveying machinery is at the heart of modern
in-line production in a shop from one work station to another,
transferring them from shop to shop or taking care of stockpiling and
reclaiming operations, this machinery enables the process to go on
without interruption and at a steady pace. Nowadays, handling
equipment steadily gains ground as a factor deciding the pace of
production.

The modern materials handling equipment has developed in the course
of along period.

Modern technology had developed a gamut of high-capacity and
economical equipment. New fork left trucks have appeared on the scene
and so have machines for handling bulk materials and individual loads,
various stackers, hoists and lifts. They are used at industrial enterprises
to completely mechanize production. High capacity floating cranes have
been developed together with electrical bridge cranes capable of
handling large loads. A good gain in the performance and cost of the
equipment has been achieved.

In this report we are going to discuss some types of materials handling
equipments such as conveyors, cranes and trucks.













1. CONVEYORS

1.1. Chute conveyor
Unit/Bulk + On-Floor + Accumulate
Inexpensive
Used to link two handling devices
Used to provide accumulation in
shipping areas
Used to convey items between floors
Difficult to control position of the
items


1.2. Wheel conveyor
Unit + On-Floor + Accumulate
Uses a series of skate wheels mounted
on a shaft (or axle), where spacing of
the wheels is dependent on the load
being transported
Slope for gravity movement depends
on load weight
More economical than the roller
conveyor
For light-duty applications
Flexible, expandable versions available

1.3. Roller conveyor
Unit + On-Floor + Accumulate
May be powered (or live) or nonpowered (or gravity)
Materials must have a rigid riding surface
Minimum of three rollers must support smallest loads at all times
Tapered rollers on curves used to maintain
load orientation conveyors

1.3. A. Gravity roller conveyor
Alternative to wheel conveyor for heavy-duty applications
Slope for gravity movement depends on load weight
For accumulating loads

1.3. B. Live (powered) roller conveyor
Belt or chain driven Force-sensitive transmission can be used to
disengage rollers for accumulation
For accumulating loads and merging/sorting operations Provides
limited incline movement capabilities

1.4. Chain conveyor
Unit + In-/On-Floor + No Accumulate
Uses one or more endless chains on
which loads are carried directly
Parallel chain configuration used to
transport pallets
Vertical chain conveyor used for
continuous high-frequency vertical
transfers (cf. vertical conveyor used for
low-frequency intermittent transfers)


1.5. Slat conveyor
Unit + In-/On-Floor + No Accumulate
Uses discretely spaced slats connected
to a chain
Unit being transported retains its
position (like a belt conveyor)
Orientation and placement of the load
is controlled
Used for heavy loads or loads that
might damage a belt
Bottling and canning plants use flat
chain or slat conveyors because of wet
conditions, temperature, and
cleanliness requirements
Tilt slat conveyor used for sortation
1.6. Flat belt conveyor
Unit + On-Floor + No Accumulate
For transporting light- and medium-weight
loads between operations, departments,
levels, and buildings
When an incline or decline is required, we
Provides considerable control over the
orientation and placement of the load.
No smooth accumulation, merging, and
sorting on the belt
The belt is roller or slider bed supported; the
slider bed is used for small and irregularly shaped items
In 1957, B.F. Goodrich, Co. patented the Mbius strip for conveying hot or
abrasive substances in order to have "both" sides wear equally [14]


1.7. Magnetic belt conveyor
Bulk + On-Floor
A steel belt and either a magnetic slider bed or a
magnetic pulley is used
To transport ferrous materials vertically, upside
down, and around corners


1.8. Troughed belt conveyor
Bulk + On-Floor
Used to transport bulk materials
When loaded, the belt conforms to the shape of
the troughed rollers and idlers

1.9. Bucket conveyor
Bulk + On-Floor
Used to move bulk materials in a vertical or inclined
path
Buckets are attached to a cable, chain, or belt Buckets
are automatically unloaded at the end of the conveyor
run
1.10. Vibrating conveyor
Bulk + On-Floor
Consists of a trough, bed, or tube
Vibrates at a relatively high frequency and
small amplitude in order to convey
individual units of products or bulk material
Can be used to convey almost all granular,
free-flowing materials
An Oscillating Conveyor is similar in
construction, but vibrates at a lower frequency and larger amplitude (not as
gentle) in order to convey larger objects such as hot castings


1.11. Screw conveyor
Bulk + On-Floor
Consists of a tube or U-shaped
stationary trough through which a
shaft-mounted helix revolves to push
loose material forward in a horizontal or
inclined direction
One of the most widely used conveyors
in the processing industry
Many applications in agricultural and chemical processing
Water screw developed circa 250 BC by Archimedes


1.12. Pneumatic conveyor
Bulk/Unit + Overhead
Can be used for both bulk and unit
movement of materials
Air pressure is used to convey
materials through a system of vertical
and horizontal tubes
Major advantages are that material is
completely enclosed and it is easy to
implement turns and vertical moves
1.12. A. Dilute-phase pneumatic conveyor
Moves a mixture of air and solid
Push (positive pressure) systems push material from one entry point to
several discharge points
Pull (negative pressure or vacuum) systems move material from
several entry points to one discharge point
Push-pull systems are combinations with multiple entry and discharge
points

1.12. B. Carrier-system pneumatic
conveyor

Carriers are used to transport
items or paperwork (e.g., money
from drive-in stalls at banks)

1.13. Vertical conveyor
Unit + On-Floor + No Accumulate
Used for low-frequency intermittent vertical transfers (cf. vertical chain
conveyor can be used for continuous high-
frequency vertical transfers

1.13. A. Vertical lift conveyor
Carrier used to raise or lower a load to
different levels of a facility (e.g.,
different floors and/or mezzanines)
Differs from a freight elevator in that it
is not designed or certified to carry
people
Can be manually or automatically
loaded and/or controlled and can
interface with horizontal conveyors

1.13. B. Reciprocating vertical conveyor
Utilizes gravity-actuated carrier to
lowering loads, where the load
overcomes the magnitude of a
counterweight
Can only be used to lower a load
Alternative to a chute conveyor for vertical "drops" when load is fragile
and/or space is limited
Can be manually or automatically loaded and/or controlled and can
interface with horizontal conveyors


1.14. Cart-on-track conveyor
Unit + In-Floor + Accumulate
Used to transport carts along a track
Carts are transported by a rotating
tube
Connected to each cart is a drive
wheel that rests on the tube and that is
used to vary the speed of the cart (by
varying the angle of contact between
the drive wheel and the tube)
Carts are independently controlled
Accumulation can be achieved by maintaining the drive wheel parallel to the
tube


1.15. Tow conveyor
Unit + In-Floor + Accumulate
Uses towline to provide power to
wheeled carriers such as trucks,
dollies, or carts that move along the
floor
Used for fixed-path travel of carriers
(each of which has variable path
capabilities when disengaged from the
towline)
Towline can be located either overhead, flush with the floor, or in the floor
Selector-pin or pusher-dog arrangements can be used to allow automatic
switching (power or spur lines)
Generally used when long distance and high frequency moves are required


1.16. Trolley conveyor










Unit + Overhead + No Accumulate
Uses a series of trolleys supported from or within an overhead track
Trolleys are equally spaced in a closed loop path and are suspended from a
chain
Carriers are used to carry multiple units of product
Does not provide for accumulation
Commonly used in processing, assembly, packaging, and storage operations


1.17. Power-and-free conveyor
Unit + Overhead/On-Floor + Accumulate
Similar to trolley conveyor due to use of
discretely spaced carriers transported by an
overhead chain; however, the power-and-
free conveyor uses two tracks: one powered
and the other nonpowered (or free)
Carriers can be disengaged from the power
chain and accumulated or switched onto
spurs
Termed an Inverted Power-and-Free Conveyor
when tracks are located on the floor

1.18. Monorail
Unit + Overhead + Accumulate
Overhead single track (i.e., mono-rail) or track network on which one or more
carriers ride
Carriers: powered (electrically or pneumatically) or nonpowered
Carrier can range from a simple hook to a hoist to an intelligent-vehicle-like
device
Single-carrier, single-track monorail similar to bridge or gantry crane
Multi-carrier, track network monorail similar to both a trolley conveyor,
except that the carriers operate independently and the track need not be in a
closed loop, and a fixed-path automatic guided vehicle (AGV) system, except
that it operates overhead
Termed an Automated Electrified Monorail (AEM) system when it has similar
control characteristics as an AGV system

1.19. Sortation conveyor

Unit + On-Floor/Overhead
Sortation conveyors are used for merging, identifying, inducting, and
separating products to be conveyed to specific destinations

1.19. A. Diverter
Stationary or movable arms that
deflect, push, or pull a product to
desired destination
Since they do not come in contact
with the conveyor, they can be used
with almost any flat surface
conveyor
Usually hydraulically or pneumatically operated, but also can be motor
driven
1.19. B. Pop-up device
One or more rows of powered
rollers or wheels or chains that
pop up above surface of
conveyor to lift product and
guide it off conveyor at an
angle; wheels are lowered
when products not required to
be diverted
Only capable of sorting flat-
bottomed items
Pop-up rollers are generally
faster than pop-up wheels

1.19. C. Sliding shoe device
Sliding shoe sorter (a.k.a.
moving slat sorter) uses series
of diverter slats that slide
across the horizontal surface to
engage product and guide it off
conveyor
Slats move from side to side as
product flows in order to divert
the product to either side
Gentle and gradual handling of
products


1.19. D. Tilting device
Trays or slats provide
combined sorting mechanism
and product transporter
Can accommodate elevation
changes
Tilt tray sorters usually
designed in continuous loops
with a compact layout and recirculation of products not sorted the first
time
Tilt slat sorters carry products on flat-surface slat conveyor and can
handle wider variety of products compared to tilt tray

1.19. E. Cross-belt transfer device
Either continuous loop, where
individual carriages are linked
together to form an endless loop,
or train style (asynchronous),
where a small number of carriers
tied together with potential for
several trains running track
simultaneously
Each carriage equipped with small
belt conveyor, called the cell, that is
mounted perpendicular to
direction of travel of loop and discharges product at appropriate
destination
Automatically separates single line of products into multiple in-line
discharge lines


1.20. Specifications for some conveyors



























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STANDARD AND CUSTOM SIZES:
Standard auger diameters range from 4 to 12
Conveyor length depends on product - free
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Custom size auger lengths available
Stands can be portable, fixed or custom designed
Inlet hoppers are designed for specific materials
and come in various sizes and shapes
All hoppers are removable and/or replaceable
Motors can be mounted at the base or top of the
auger
OPTIONS AVAILABLE:
Continuous and ground smooth welds available
for sanitary applications. Conveyors have been
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Special abrasion resistant seals
Packing gland seals
Starter controls mounted on base
Heat transfer jacket
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Belt Types: Closed or open top, straight running, side flexing, plain or flighted
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Widths: From 100mm upwards in 50mm increments
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Types: Straight running, 90, incline/decline spreader/converger
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Widths: From 28mm to 4500mm
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2. Cranes

General characteristics of cranes:

Used to move loads over variable (horizontal and vertical) paths within a restricted
area
Used when there is insufficient (or intermittent) flow volume such that the use of a
conveyor cannot be justified
Provide more flexibility in movement than conveyors
Provide less flexibility in movement than industrial trucks
Loads handled are more varied with respect to their shape and weight than those
handled by a conveyor
Most cranes utilize hoists for vertical movement, although manipulators can be used if
precise positioning of the load is required










2.1. Jib Crane
Operates like an arm in a work area, where
to the arm for lifting
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.2. Bridge Crane
on tracks that are located
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it can function as a manipulator for
positioning tasks
A hoist is attached
Arm mounted on the wall or attached to
floor mounted support
Arm can rotate 360
The hoist can move a


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on opposite walls of the facility
Enables three-dimensional handl
Top riding (heavier loads) or underhu
(more versatile) versions of the crane
Underhung crane can transfer loads an
interface with other MHS (e.g., monorail
systems)
















2.3. Gantry Crane



Single leg, double leg, and mobile types of gantry cranes
Similar to a bridge crane except that it is floor supported at one or both ends instead
of overhead (wall) supported
Used to span a smaller portion of the work area as compared to a bridge crane
The supports can be fixed in position or they can travel on runways
Can be used outdoors when "floor" supported at both ends



2.4. Stacker Crane
Similar to a bridge crane except that, instead of a hoist, it uses a mast with forks or a
platform to handle unit loads
Considered "fork trucks on a rail"
Used for storing and retrieving unit loads in storage racks, especially in high-rise
applications in which the racks are more than 50 feet high
Can be controlled remotely or by an operator in a cab on the mast
Can be rack supported


2.5. Specifications for some Cranes










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WALL CANTILEVER JIB CRANES
FOR MAXI MUM LI FT:
The Wall Cantilever (WC200) provides hoist coverage and 200
rotation for individual use in bays, along walls or columns of
plants, or as a supplement to an overhead crane or monorail
system. This jib has the advantage of providing maximum lift for
the hoist, since it can be installed very close to the underside of
the lowest ceiling obstruction.
Two key requirements must be met before applying the Wall
Cantilever Series:
1) A structurally adequate wall or column to support the jib
must exist.
2) Sufficient clearance above the boom throughout its arc
must exist.
GORBEL' S ADVANTAGE
EASE OF MOVEMENT
The fittings containing bronze bushings and oil-impregnated
bronze thrust washers which provide for easy rotation and
superior load positioning.
SAFETY
Fabricated steel fittings provide excellent torsional rigidity.
Pre-engineered for use with powered hoists. A factor of 15%
of the jib crane capacity is allowed for the hoist and trolley
weight with an additional 25% of the capacity allowed for
impact, thus giving maximum capacity use of the jib.
EASE OF I NSTALLATI ON
When the bracket center dimension is 6'0" or less, the
mast/boom connection is welded. This provides the most
economical means of installation.
When the bracket center is greater than 6'0", a bolted
mast/boom connection is used, which enables the larger
cranes to be shipped disassembled for ease of handling during
shipping and installation.
Grease fitting are provided for easy field lubrication.
200 POWER ROTATI ON
Is optional (see page 4 & 5 details).
The diagram above details the thrust and pull forces that the jib crane applies to the supporting
structure when a load is lifted. It is essential that a structurally adequate wall or column exists to
support the jib crane. Refer to the Thrust & Pull chart opposite this page for exact forces.
WC200WALL CANTILEVER
TOP AND BOTTOM BRACKET FITTINGS
Fitting kits are available for fabrication of cranes locally.
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Capacity A Span Model Number B E F G W Thrust and Pull
1/4 TON 8' WC200-B1-8-6 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 6" 1767#
10' WC200-B1-10-6 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 6" 2308#
12' WC200-B1-12-6 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 6" 2867#
14' WC200-B1-14-7 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 7" 3533#
16' WC200-B1-16-8 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 8" 4285#
18' WC200-B1-18-8 4' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 8" 3720#
20' WC200-B1-20-10 4' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 10" 4595#
1/2 TON 8' WC200-B1-8-7 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 7" 3430#
10' WC200-B1-10-7 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 7" 4455#
12' WC200-B1-12-7 3' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 7" 5501#
14' WC200-B1-14-8 4' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 8" 5001#
16' WC200-B1-16-10 4' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 10" 6063#
18' WC200-B1-18-10 4' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 10" 6979#
20' WC200-B1-20-12 6' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 12" 5493#
1 Ton 8' WC200-B1-8-8 4' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 8" 5047#
10' WC200-B1-10-10 5' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 10" 5294#
12' WC200-B1-12-10 5' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 10" 6526#
14' WC200-B1-14-10 5' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 10" 7778#
16' WC200-B1-16-12 6' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 12" 7678#
18' WC200-B1-18-16 6' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 16" 9148#
20' WC200-B1-20-16 6' 0" 5" 3 1/2" 6" 16" 10367#
2 TON 8' WC200-B2-8-12 4' 0" 5" 4" 6" 12" 10054#
10' WC200-B2-10-12 4' 0" 5" 4" 6" 12" 12998#
12' WC200-B2-12-16 4' 6" 5" 4" 6" 16" 14409#
14' WC200-B2-14-16 5' 0" 5" 4" 6" 16" 15442#
16' WC200-B2-16-18 6' 0" 5" 4" 6" 18" 15067#
18' WC200-B2-18-18 6' 6" 5" 4" 6" 18" 15892#
20' WC200-B2-20-20 7' 6" 5" 4" 6" 21" 15840#
3 TON 8' WC200-B3-8-16 4' 0" 5" 4" 6" 16" 15060#
10' WC200-B3-10-16 4' 6" 5" 4" 6" 16" 17300#
12' WC200-B3-12-16 5' 6" 5" 4" 6" 16" 17389#
14' WC200-B3-14-18 6' 0" 5" 4" 6" 18" 19017#
16' WC200-B3-16-18 7' 6" 5" 4" 6" 18" 17653#
18' WC200-B3-18-20 8' 6" 5" 4" 6" 21" 17982#
20' WC200-B3-20-24 9' 6" 5" 4" 6" 21" 18105#
5 TON 8' WC200-B5-8-18 6' 6" 7" 6" 9" 18" 15323#
10' WC200-B5-10-18 6' 6" 7" 6" 9" 18" 19770#
12' WC200-B5-12-20 6' 6" 7" 6" 9" 21" 24379#
14' WC200-B5-14-20 7' 6" 7" 6" 9" 21" 25077#
16' WC200-B5-16-24 9' 6" 7" 6" 9" 21" 22941#
18' WC200-B5-18-24 9' 6" 7" 6" 9" 24" 26485#
20' WC200-B5-20-24 9' 6" 7" 6" 9" 24" 29769#
WC200 WALL CANTILEVER
Model Number Explanation:
Example : 1 Ton WC200-B1-12-10; 1 Ton = 2,000 pound capacity, WC200 = Wall Cantilever style, 12 = span A, 10 = boom depth in inches (W).
Other Sizes and Capacities
Other spans and capacities are available by contacting your local Gorbel Dealer.
Dimensions are subject to change without notice.
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THE ECONOMI CAL 360 SOLUTI ON
The MT Series Crane is floor supported, top stabilized, and is capable of
360 rotation via a top and bottom bearing assembly.
Three key requirements must be met before deciding on a Mast Type
Jib Crane:
1. An adequate structural support to stabilize the crane at the top of
the mast must exist. If the jib is installed underneath an overhead
crane runway or building truss, then the deflection of the supporting
member may not exceed 1/2 inch.
2. Clearance overhead for the pivot assembly must exist.
3. Clearance overhead for the boom to rotate must exist.
AVAI LABLE I N TWO STYLES
1) MT400 FULL CANTILEVERprovides for maximum amount of lift
where full use of available headroom is desired.
2) MT450 DROP CANTILEVERjib boom can be placed at a
specific height to clear overhead obstructions.
GORBEL' S ADVANTAGE
ECONOMI CAL
Simple, efficient design that usually requires no special foundation
makes the Mast Type Cranes the most cost effective of the 360
rotation jib styles.
EXERTS LESS FORCE ON BUI LDI NG STRUCTURE
Exerts the least amount of force of any Gorbel jib on its supporting
structure.
SAFETY
Utilizes a self-aligning radial bushing at the top which cannot be
displaced, and an identical self-aligning radial bushing at the bottom
which, used in combination with an oil-impregnated bronze thrust
washer, provides ease of movement.
Pre-Engineered for use with powered hoists. A factor of 15% of the
jib crane capacity is allowed for the hoist and trolley weight with an
additional 25% of the capacity allowed for impact, thus giving
maximum capacity use of the jib.
PRODUCTI VE
Allows full utilization of the working area with 360 rotation.
MAXI MUM TROLLEY TRAVEL
Mast/beam connections eliminate the need for tie rods or knee
braces found on competitive designs, thus permitting maximum
trolley travel.
POWER ROTATI ON
Is optional (see page 4 & 5 for details).
The diagram above details the thrust and pull forces that the jib crane
applies to the supporting structure when a load is lifted. It is essential that a
structurally adequate wall or column exists to support the jib crane. Contact
your local Gorbel Dealer for specific thrust and pull forces.
MT450DROP CANTILEVER
MT400FULL CANTILEVER
MAST TYPE JIB CRANES
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MT400 MAST TYPE CRANES
Model Number Explanation
Example: 1/2 Ton MT400-8-6-15; 1/2 Ton =1000 pound capacity, MT400 = full cantilever style, 8 = mast wide flange depth in inches (E), 6 = boom depth in inches (W), 15 = mast pivot pin diameter (1.5").
Other Models, Sizes and Capacities
MT450 (drop cantilever), and other spans, heights, and capacities are available by contacting your local Gorbel Dealer.
Dimensions are subject to change without notice.
SPAN A
Cap. Dim C 8' 10' 12' 14' 16' 18' 20'
1/4 TON 10' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-7-15 MT400-8-8-15 MT400-8-8-15 MT400-10-10-15 MT400-10-10-15
12' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-7-15 MT400-8-8-15 MT400-8-8-15 MT400-10-10-15 MT400-10-10-15
14' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-7-15 MT400-8-8-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-10-10-15 MT400-10-10-15
16' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-7-15 MT400-8-8-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-10-10-15 MT400-10-10-15
18' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-7-15 MT400-8-8-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-10-10-15 MT400-10-10-15
20' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-6-15 MT400-8-7-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-10-10-15 MT400-14-10-15
1/2 TON 10' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-10-7-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15
12' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-10-7-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15
14' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-10-7-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15
16' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-10-7-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15
18' MT400-8-6-15 MT400-10-7-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15
20' MT400-10-6-15 MT400-10-7-15 MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-16-12-15
1 TON 10' MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-16-16-20
12' MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-16-16-15 MT400-16-16-20
14' MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-16-16-15 MT400-16-16-15
16' MT400-10-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-16-16-15 MT400-18-16-15
18' MT400-14-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-16-15
20' MT400-14-8-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-10-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-16-15
2 TON 10' MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-20 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-18-18-25 MT400-21-21-25
12' MT400-14-10-15 MT400-14-12-20 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-21-20
14' MT400-14-10-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-21-20
16' MT400-14-10-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-21-20
18' MT400-16-10-15 MT400-16-12-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-18-20 MT400-21-21-20
20' MT400-16-10-15 MT400-18-12-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-18-15 MT400-21-18-20 MT400-21-21-20
3 TON 10' MT400-16-12-20 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-18-25 MT400-21-20-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-21-24-25
12' MT400-16-12-20 MT400-16-16-20 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-18-25 MT400-21-20-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-21-24-25
14' MT400-16-12-20 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-20-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-21-24-25
16' MT400-18-12-15 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-20-20 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-24-24-25
18' MT400-18-12-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-21-18-20 MT400-21-20-20 MT400-24-21-20 MT400-24-24-25
20' MT400-18-12-15 MT400-18-16-15 MT400-18-16-20 MT400-21-18-20 MT400-21-20-20 MT400-24-21-20 MT400-24-24-25
5 TON 10' MT400-18-18-25 MT400-18-18-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-24-24-25 MT400-24-24-25 MT400-24-24-25
12' MT400-18-18-25 MT400-18-18-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-24-24-25 MT400-24-24-25 MT400-24-24-25
14' MT400-18-18-20 MT400-18-18-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-24-24-25 MT400-24-24-25 MT400-27-24-25
16' MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-18-20 MT400-21-21-25 MT400-24-21-25 MT400-24-24-25 MT400-27-24-25 MT400-27-24-25
18' MT400-18-18-20 MT400-21-18-20 MT400-24-21-20 MT400-24-21-25 MT400-27-24-25 MT400-27-24-25 MT400-27-24-25
20' MT400-21-18-20 MT400-21-18-20 MT400-24-21-20 MT400-24-21-25 MT400-27-24-25 MT400-27-24-25 MT400-27-24-25
C
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FIXED HEIGHT STEEL GANTRY CRANES
THE MOBI LE SOLUTI ON
Gorbels Fixed Height Steel Gantry Cranes provide an
economical way to lift materials anywhere in a facility.
Gorbels heavy duty end frame design with square tubing
uprights, knee braces and channel base provides stable
lifting and movement.
GORBEL S ADVANTAGE
EASE OF MOVEMENT
The non-marking, durable polyurethane casters provide low
rolling resistance for easy movement. The polyurethane
wheel rolls smoothly, even over rough floor surfaces, and
can withstand water, oil and most other chemicals.
SAFETY
Bolted beam to upright connection to ensure that beam
does not dislodge.
Pre-engineered for use with powered hoists. A factor of
15% of the crane capacity is allowed for the hoist and
trolley weight with an additional 25% of the capacity
allowed for impact, thus giving maximum capacity use of
the crane.
CAPACITY A MODEL B HEIGHT C D W
SPAN NUMBER UNDER OAH CLEAR I-BEAM
BEAM SPAN DEPTH
FG-1-10-8 10' 10' 6" 6' 11-1/4" 6"
8' FG-1-12-8 12' 12' 6" 6' 11-1/4" 6"
FG-1-15-8 15' 15' 6" 6' 10-1/4" 6"
FG-1-10-10 10' 10' 6" 8' 11-1/4" 6"
10' FG-1-12-10 12' 12' 6" 8' 11-1/4" 6"
FG-1-15-10 15' 15' 6" 8' 10-1/4" 6"
FG-1-10-12 10' 10' 6" 10' 11-1/4" 6"
12' FG-1-12-12 12' 12' 6" 10' 11-1/4" 6"
1 TON FG-1-15-12 15' 15' 6" 10' 10-1/4" 6"
FG-1-10-15 10' 10' 7" 13' 11-1/4" 7"
15' FG-1-12-15 12' 12' 7" 13' 11-1/4" 7"
FG-1-15-15 15' 15' 7" 13' 10-1/4" 7"
FG-1-10-20 10' 10' 10" 18' 11-1/4" 10"
20' FG-1-12-20 12' 12' 10" 18' 11-1/4" 10"
FG-1-15-20 15' 15' 10" 18' 10-1/4" 10"
FG-1-10-25 10' 11' 0" 23' 9-1/4" 12"
25' FG-1-12-25 12' 13' 0" 23' 9-1/4" 12"
FG-1-15-25 15' 16' 0" 23' 8-1/4" 12"
FG-2-10-8 10' 10' 8" 6' 10-1/4" 8"
8' FG-2-12-8 12' 12' 8" 6' 10-1/4" 8"
FG-2-15-8 15' 15' 8" 6' 9-1/4" 8"
FG-2-10-10 10' 10' 8" 8' 10-1/4" 8"
10' FG-2-12-10 12' 12' 8" 8' 10-1/4" 8"
FG-2-15-10 15' 15' 8" 8' 9-1/4" 8"
FG-2-10-12 10' 10' 8" 10' 10-1/4" 8"
12' FG-2-12-12 12' 12' 8" 10' 10-1/4" 8"
2 TON FG-2-15-12 15' 15' 8" 10' 9-1/4" 8"
FG-2-10-15 10' 10' 10" 13' 10-1/4" 10"
15' FG-2-12-15 12' 12' 10" 13' 10-1/4" 10"
FG-2-15-15 15' 15' 10" 13' 9-1/4" 10"
FG-2-10-20 10' 11' 0" 18' 8-1/4" 12"
20' FG-2-12-20 12' 13' 0" 18' 8-1/4" 12"
FG-2-15-20 15' 16' 0" 18' 7-1/4" 12"
FG-2-10-25 10' 11' 3" 13' 8-1/4" 16"
25' FG-2-12-25 12' 13' 3" 13' 8-1/4" 16"
FG-2-15-25 15' 16' 3" 13' 7-1/4" 16"
FG-3-10-8 10' 10' 10" 6' 7-1/4" 10"
8' FG-3-12-8 12' 12' 10" 6' 7-1/4" 10"
FG-3-15-8 15' 15' 10" 6' 7-1/4" 10"
FG-3-10-10 10' 10' 10" 8' 7-1/4" 10"
10' FG-3-12-10 12' 12' 10" 8' 7-1/4" 10"
FG-3-15-10 15' 15' 10" 8' 7-1/4" 10"
FG-3-10-12 10' 10' 10" 10' 7-1/4" 10"
12' FG-3-12-12 12' 12' 10" 10' 7-1/4" 10"
3 TON FG-3-15-12 15' 15' 10" 10' 7-1/4" 10"
FG-3-10-15 10' 11' 0" 13' 7-1/4" 12"
15' FG-3-12-15 12' 13' 0" 13' 7-1/4" 12"
FG-3-15-15 15' 16' 0" 13' 7-1/4" 12"
FG-3-10-20 10' 11' 3" 18' 7-1/4" 16"
20' FG-3-12-20 12' 13' 3" 18' 7-1/4" 16"
FG-3-15-20 15' 16' 3" 18' 7-1/4" 16"
FG-3-10-25 10' 11' 6" 23' 6" 18"
25' FG-3-12-25 12' 13' 6" 23' 6" 18"
FG-3-15-25 15' 16' 6" 23' 6" 18"
All Gantry Cranes shown above, the Tread (E) dimension is 78" between caster pivot centers.
Polyurethane 6"diameter steel casters are standard.
Model Number Explanation:
Example: FG-1-12-8; FG = Fixed Gantry Crane, 1 = 1 Ton (2,000 pound) capacity, 12 = Height Under Beam (B) in feet, 8
= Overall Span (A) in feet. Specifications subject to change without notice. Special capacities, heights, casters and spans
are available. Price on request.
B
HUB CAPACITY
3. INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS

Used to move materials over variable (horizontal) paths with no restrictions
on the area covered (i.e., unrestricted area)
Provide vertical movement if the truck has lifting capabilities
Used when there is insufficient (or intermittent) flow volume such that the
use of a conveyor cannot be justified
Provide more flexibility in movement than conveyors and cranes
Not licensed to travel on public roads"commercial trucks" are licensed to
travel on public roads
Characteristics:
Pallet/Non-Pallet: Does the truck have forks for handling pallets, or does the
truck have a flat surface on which to place loads. Non-Pallet => (usually)
other means required to load truck.
Manual/Powered: Does the truck have manual or powered vertical (lifting)
and/or horizontal (travel) movement capabilities. Manual => walk =>
operator provides the force needed for lifting loads and/or pushing the
vehicle. Powered => on-board power source (e.g., batteries) used for lifting
and/or travel.
Walk/Ride: For non-automated trucks, can the operator ride on the truck (in
either a standing or sitting position) or is the operator required to walk with
the truck during travel. Walk => manual or powered travel possible =>
powered travel speed limited to a normal walking pace. Ride => powered =>
traveling speed can be faster than a walking pace.
Stack/No Stack: Can the truck be used to lift loads for stacking purposes.
Stack => can also be used as no stack => more expensive to add stacking
capability. No Stack may lift a load a few inches to clear the floor for
subsequent travel (e.g., pallet jack), but the loads cannot be stacked on top of
each other or on shelves.
Narrow Aisle: Is the lift truck designed to have a small turning radius or does
it not have to turn at all in an aisle when loading/unloading. Narrow Aisle =>
greater cost and (usually) standing operator => less aisle space required.
Counterbalance and/or straddle used for load support. Small turning radius
=> load support via straddle or reaching capabilities. No turning required =>
even narrower aisle => only one-side loading (side loaders) or the capability
to rotate the load (turret truck).
Automated: Is the truck automated so that it can transport loads without
requiring an operator. Non-Automated => direct labor cost of operator is by
far the largest cost to operate a non-automated truck. Semi-Automated =>
operator used to control loading/unloading, but automated transport control
(e.g., the S/R machine of a Man-on-board AS/RS). Automated => Automated
Guided Vehicle (AGV) => no direct labor cost, but higher equipment costs.

3.1. Hand Truck
Non-pallet + manual + no stack
3.1. A. Two-Wheeled Hand Truck
Load tilted during travel


3.1.B. Dolly
Three or more wheeled hand
truck with a flat platform in
which, since it has no handles,
the load is used for pushing

3.1. C. Floor Hand Truck
Four or more wheeled hand truck with handles for pushing or hitches
for pulling
Sometimes referred to as a "cart" or "(manual) platform truck"

3.2. Pallet Jack
Pallet + walk + no stack
Front wheels are mounted inside the end of the forks and extend to the floor
as the pallet is only lifted enough to clear the floor for subsequent travel
Pallet restrictions: reversible pallets cannot be used, double-faced
nonreversible pallets cannot have deck boards where the front wheels extend
to the floor, and enables only two-way entry into a four-way notched-stringer
pallet because the forks cannot be inserted into the notches

3.2. A Manual Pallet Jack
Pallet + walk + no stack +
manual
Manual lifting and/or travel



3.2. B. Powered Pallet Jack
Pallet + walk + no stack +
powered
Powered lifting and/or travel


3.3. Walkie Stacker
Pallet + walk + stack
3.3. A. Manual Walkie Stacker
Pallet + walk + stack + manual
Manual lifting and/or travel
(and straddle load support)

3.3. B. Powered Walkie Stacker
Pallet + walk + stack + powered
Powered lifting and/or travel
(and either counterbalance or
straddle load support)


3.4. Pallet Truck
Pallet + ride + no stack
Same pallet restrictions as a pallet jack
Control handle typically tilts to allow
operator to walk during
loading/unloading
Powered pallet jack is sometimes
referred to as a "(walkie) pallet truck"

3.5. Platform Truck
Non-pallet + powered + no stack
Platform used to provide support for nonpalletized loads
Used for skid handling; platform can lift skid several inches to allow it to clear
the floor
Greater lifting capacity compared to fork trucks because the platform
provides a greater lifting surface to support a load

3.5. A Walkie Platform Truck
Non-pallet + powered + no
stack + walk
Operator walks next to truck
Floor hand truck is sometimes
referred to as a "(manual)
platform truck"

3.5. B. Rider Platform Truck
Non-pallet + powered + no
stack + ride
Operator can ride on truck


3.6. Counterbalanced (CB) Lift Truck
Pallet + ride + stack
Weight of vehicle (and operator) behind the front wheels of truck
counterbalances weight of the load (and weight of vehicle beyond front
wheels); front wheels act as fulcrum or pivot point.
Rated capacity reduced for load centers greater than 24 in. and lift heights
greater than 13 ft.
Workhorses of material handling because of their flexibility: indoor/outdoor
operation over a variety of different surfaces; variety of load capacities
available; and variety of attachments availablefork attachments can replace
the forks (e.g., carton clamps) or enhance the capabilities of the forks (e.g.,
blades for slip sheets).


3.6. A Sit-Down
Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Operator sits down
Minimum aisle
width requirement 12-13 ft.





3.6. B. Stand-Up Counterbalanced
Lift Truck
Operator stands up, giving
vehicle narrow-aisle capability
minimum aisle width
requirement 9-11 ft.
Faster loading/unloading time
compared to NA straddle and
reach trucks

3.7. Narrow-Aisle (NA) Straddle Truck
Similar to stand-up CB lift truck,
except outrigger arms straddle a load
and are used to support the load
instead of the counterbalance of the
truck
Minimum aisle width requirement 7-8
ft
Less expensive than stand-up CB lift
truck and NA reach truck
Since the load is straddled during
stacking, clearance between loads
must be provided for the outrigger
arms
Arm clearance typically provided
through the use of load-on-beam rack
storage or single-wing pallets for load-
on-floor storage

3.8. Narrow-Aisle (NA) Reach Truck
Similar to both stand-up CB lift truck and
NA straddle truck
Minimum aisle width requirement 8-10 ft.
Load rests on the outrigger arms during
transport, but a pantograph (scissors)
mechanism is used for reaching, thereby
eliminating the need to straddle the load during stacking
Reaching capability enables the use of shorter outrigger arms (arms > 1/2
load depth) as compared to NA straddle truck (arms = load depth)
Counterbalance of the truck used to support the load when it extends beyond
the outrigger arms
Although the NA reach truck requires slightly wider aisles than a NA
straddle truck since its outrigger arms do not enter a rack during storage, it
does not require arm clearance between loads (arm clearance is still required
when the truck must enter a storage lane when block stacking or drive-in or -
through racks are used)
Extended reaching mechanisms are available to enable double-deep storage


3.9. Turret Truck
Greater stacking height compared to other narrow-aisle trucks (40 ft. vs. 25
ft.), but greater investment cost
Forks rotate to allow for side loading and, since truck itself does not rotate
during stacking, the body of the truck can be longer to increase its
counterbalance capability and to allow the operator to sit
Can function like a side loader for transporting greater-than-pallet-size load
3.9. A. Operator-Down Turret
Truck
Operator not lifted with the
load
Minimum aisle width
Requirement 5-6 ft.
Termed a swing mast truck
(picture shown) when, instead
of just the forks, the entire mast
rotates (thus can store on only
one side of a aisle while in aisle)

3.9. B. Operator-Up Turret Truck
Operator lifted with the load to
allow precise stacking and picking
Minimum aisle width
requirement 5-7 ft.
3.10. Order Picker
Similar to NA straddle truck, except
operator lifted with the load to allow for
less-than-unit-load picking
Typically has a fork to allow the truck to
be used for pallet stacking and to support
a pallet during less-than-pallet-load
picking
"Belly switch" used for operator safety
during picking

3.11. Side loader
Forks mounted perpendicular to
direction of travel to allow for side
loading and straddle load support
Minimum aisle width requirement 5-6
ft.
Can be used to handle greater-than-
pallet-size loads (e.g., bar stock)



3.12. Tractor-Trailer
Non-load-carrying tractor used to pull
a train of trailers (i.e., dollies or floor
hand trucks)
Extends the transporting capacity of
floor hand trucks
Typically used at airports for baggage
handling



3.13. Personnel and Burden Carrier
Non-load-carrying vehicle used to
transport personnel within a facility
(e.g., golf cart, bicycle, etc.)




3.14. Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV)
AGVs do not require an operator
Good for high labor cost, hazardous, or environmentally sensitive conditions
(e.g., clean-room)
Also termed "automated" guided vehicle
AGVs good for low-to-medium volume medium-to-long distance random
material flow operations (e.g., transport between work cells in a flexible
manufacturing system (FMS) environment)
Two means of guidance can be used for AGV systems:
Fixed path: Physical guide path (e.g., wire, tape, paint) on the floor used for
guidance
Free-ranging: No physical guide path, thus easier to change vehicle path (in
software), but absolute position estimates (from, e.g., lasers) are needed to
correct dead-reckoning error

3.14. A. Tow AGV
Used to pull a train of trailers
Automated version of a tractor
trailer
Trailers usually loaded
manually (early type of AGV,
not much used today)

3.14.B. Unit Load AGV
Have decks that can be loaded
manually or automatically
Deck can include conveyor or
lift/lower mechanism for
automatic loading
Typically 4 by 4 feet and can
carry 12,000 lb. loads
Typically less than 10 vehicles
in AGV system


3.14.C. Assembly AGV
Used as assembly platforms
(e.g., car chassis, engines,
appliances)
Greatest development activity
during the 1980s (alternative to
AEMs)
Typically 50100 vehicles in
AGV system


3.14.D. Light Load AGV
Used for small loads (< 500 lbs),
e.g., components, tools
Typically used in electronics
assembly and office
environments (as mail and
snack carriers)




3.14.E. Fork AGV
Counterbalanced, narrow-aisle
straddle, and side loading
versions available
Typically have sensors on forks
(e.g., infrared sensors) for pallet
interfacing





3.15. Specifications for some Trucks




























Raymond

Adj us t abl e Bas el eg

Wal ki e St r addl e Model s RAS20/ 25
Raymond

Adjustable Walkie Straddle Models RAS20/25.

Versatility, affordability, and convenience wrapped into one.
When you need to maneuver multiple-sized pallets quickly
and easily in tight quarters, turn to the Raymond RAS
Stackers.
These maneuverable staging and dock-to-stock trucks with
adjustable baselegs are a versatile, cost-effective solution to
pallet handling. Intuitive designs make operator training a
breeze. Easy-to-operate ergonomic controls and a transistor-
ized control system provide smooth and precise load han-
dling. Programmable acceleration rates further enhance con-
trol of loads in tight, congested work areashelping to
ensure efficient operation.
RAS20/25 Standard Equipment
2000 and 2500 pound maximum capacity
Full free lift or limited free lift two-stage mast with fork
heights up to 143
Adjustable straddle baselegs with openings from 35 to 51
Reversing switch in handle
Transistor travel control
Horn
Electronic key with password protection
Hour meter and battery discharge indicator
40 high load backrest

T h e S S e r i e s W a l k i e S t a c k e r s

The Raymond Corporation

P.O. Box 130
Greene, New York 13778-0130
Toll free 1 (800) 235-7200
Fax 1 (607) 656-9005
www.raymondcorp.com
Due to continuous product improvements, all terms, conditions and specifications are sub-
ject to change without notice. Raymond and Above. And beyond. are registered trademarks
of The Raymond Corporation. 2002 The Raymond Corporation, Greene, NY. Printed in USA.
SIFB-0090 802CG-15
DIMENSION CHART
RAS20/25
Capacity lbs. 2000/2500
A Tractor Width in. 31.5
B Tractor Head Length in. 31.7
C Wheelbase in. 52.4
D Grade Clearance n/a n/a
E Underclearance: Tractor in. 1.6
F Underclearance: Baselegs in. 1.6
G Turning Radius in. 59.8
H Battery Floor Height* in. 6.5
I Battery Compartment Width in. 8.75
J Battery Compartment Length in. 27.375
K Overall Length (w/o forks) in. 63.75
L Baseleg Opening (inside)** in. 35-51
M Baseleg (outside) in. 43-59
N Tractor Height at Handle in. 28.4
O Tractor Height at Battery in. 31
P Handle Height Retracted in. 53.7
Q Top Vertical Braking Arc deg. 20
R Bottom Braking Arc deg. 5
S Handle Operating Arc deg. 60
T Forks in. 1.75 x 4
U Load Backrest (height) in. 40
V Fork Adjustment in. 10 - 31.5
Drive Tire in. 8.5 x 2.75
polyurethane
Load Wheels in. 4 x 3
polyurethane
MASTSPECIFICATIONS
Overall
Lift Height Lift Height Collapsed
LFL (in.) FFL (in.) Height (in.) Free Lift (in.) Capacity (lbs.)
2-stage 2-stage
104 72 4.75 2000/2500
128 84 4.75 2000/2000
143 91 4.75 1600/1600
104 72 53 2000/2500
128 84 65 2000/2000
143 91 72.5 1600/1600
Aisle width requirements based on 4 clearance between pallets.
Add 6-12 for ease of operation.
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* Battery compartment is not available with rollers; battery must be placed in or removed from
compartment using an overhead lift or crane.
** Adjustable.
AISLE WIDTH REQUIRED FOR RIGHT ANGLE STACKING
Load
Width (in.)
30 36 40 42 44 48
30 63 63 63 63 63 63
36 63 63 63 63 63 63
40 63 63 63 63 63 63
42 68 66 64 63 63 63
44 71 70 69 68 68 67
48 76 76 75 75 75 74
RAS20/25
Load Length (in.)
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
RAS20/25
Truck Weight,
less battery with 130" mast lbs. 1560
Battery Connector SB-175 red
Battery Lead Position/Length in. B/15
Battery Voltage V 24
Minimum Battery Weight lbs. 290
Travel Speed empty/loaded mph 3.2/3.3
Lift Speed empty/loaded fpm 25/19
Lowering Speed empty/loaded fpm 30/37
Spec i f i c at i ons RAS20/ 25
Raymond

Wal ki e Count er bal anc ed

Model s RCS20/ 30/ 40
Raymond

Walkie Counterbalanced Models RCS20/30/40.

Versatile, efficient, reliable. Whether you are working in
trailers, boxcars or racks, you can count on the Raymond
RCS for all of your dock-to-stock needs.
Easy-to-operate ergonomic controls and programmable
speeds allow your operators to move more pallets per hour.
Transistorized controls and large load wheels help you nav-
igate dock plates with ease, providing a smoother ride with
more efficient operation.
Heavy duty construction and on-board diagnostics make
the Raymond RCS easy to maintain and economical to own.
RCS20/30/40 Standard Equipment
2000, 3000 and 4000 pound maximum capacity
Two and three stage masts with fork heights up to 189
Load sensing torsion bar suspension for easier steering
Separately excited traction system for smooth acceleration
Thumb wheel control
Key switch
Horn
Handle mounted electronic lift/lower for easy access
Chassis mounted manual lift/lower for precise control
Tilt mast
48 high load backrest
Hour meter
T h e S S e r i e s W a l k i e S t a c k e r s

Due to continuous product improvements, all terms, conditions and specifications are sub-
ject to change without notice. Raymond and Above. And beyond. are registered trademarks
of The Raymond Corporation. 2002 The Raymond Corporation, Greene, NY. Printed in USA.
SIFB-0088 802CG-15

The Raymond Corporation

P.O. Box 130
Greene, New York 13778-0130
Toll free 1 (800) 235-7200
Fax 1 (607) 656-9005
www.raymondcorp.com
Spec i f i c at i ons RCS20/ 30/ 40
S TAC K E R
S E R I E S
Aisle width requirements based on 6 clearance between pallets.
Add 6-12 for ease of operation. Add 2.5 when equipped with sideshift.
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
RCS20 RCS30 RCS40
Truck Weight,
less battery lbs. 3600 4600 5800
Battery Connector SB-175 red
Battery Lead
Position/Length in. B/20
Battery Voltage V 24
Minimum
Battery Weight lbs. 950
Travel Speed
empty/loaded mph 3.2/2.9 3.4/3.0 3.3/2.8
Lift Speed
empty/loaded fpm 49/37 49/32 49/27
Lowering Speed
empty/loaded fpm 44/60 42/60 42/60
MAST SPECIFICATIONS
Overall
Lift Height Collapsed Free Lift Capacity
Model (in.) Height (in.) (in.) (lbs.)
RCS20 104 71 12 2000
2-stage 128 83 12 2000
Limited Free Lift 152 95 12 2000
RCS20 104 71 52 2000
2-stage 128 83 64 2000
Full Free Lift 152 95 76 2000
RCS20 150 71 53 2000
3-stage 180 83 65 1500
Full Free Lift 189 87 69 1200
RCS30 104 71 12 3000
2-stage 128 83 12 3000
Limited Free Lift 152 95 12 3000
RCS30 104 71 52 3000
2-stage 128 83 64 3000
Full Free Lift 152 95 76 3000
RCS30 150 71 53 3000
3-stage 180 83 65 2100
Full Free Lift 189 87 69 1900
RCS40 100 71 6 4000
2-stage 124 83 6 4000
Limited Free Lift 150 95 6 4000
RCS40 150 71 53 4000
3-stage 180 83 65 3200
Full Free Lift 189 87 69 3000
*RCS 10 battery compartment is not available with rollers; battery must be placed in or removed from
compartment using an overhead lift or crane.
++ With 42 forks.
AISLE WIDTH REQUIRED FOR RIGHT ANGLE STACKING
RCS20 RCS20 RCS30 RCS30 RCS40 RCS40
Load Length (in.)
Load Width (in.)
42 48 42 48 42 48
30 105 111 110 116 117 123
36 105 111 110 116 116 123
40 104 111 110 116 116 122
42 104 110 109 116 116 122
48 104 110 109 115 116 122
DIMENSIONCHART
RCS20 RCS30 RCS40
Capacity lbs. 2000 3000 4000
Tilt (Backward/Forward) deg. 8/3
A Tractor Width in. 34.1
B Tractor Head Length in. 64.8 70.1 76.6
C Wheelbase in. 47 52.3 58.6
D Grade Clearance % 10
E Underclearance: Tractor in. 2.1
F Turning Radius in. 56.7 62.0 68.3
G Battery Floor Height
with Optional Rollers* in. 9.5
H Battery Compartment Width in. 13.3
I Battery Compartment Length in. 32.3
J Overall Length ++ in. 106.8 112.1 118.6
K Tractor Height at Handle in. 25.25
L Tractor Height at Battery in. 32.25
M Handle Height Retracted in. 55.6
N Top Vertical Braking Arc deg. 12.5
O Bottom Braking Arc deg. 10.5
P Handle Operating Arc deg. 67
Q Forks in. 1.5 x 4 1.5 x 4 1.75 x 4
R Load Backrest (height) in. 48
S Fork Adjustment in. 8.5-30
Drive Tire in. 10.5 x 5
rubber
Load Wheels in. 10 x 4
polyurethane
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Product Information VEFLEX VR
Very Narrow Aisle Truck with
Turret Head
The BT VEFLEX is a very narrow aisle truck, based on the successful
technology of the BT AC-Reach Truck REFLEX. It is equipped with every-
thing needed for heavy duty and high performance very narrow aisle han-
dling.
G The turret head trucks are able to pick up the load from the floor and
can handle the pallets from the short or the long side.
G The VR has a lifting capacity of 1500kg and a maximum standard lift
height of 11 metres. The aisle width varies from a narrow 1420 mm to
more than 2m depending on the load length. Each truck is configured
to provide the optimum power-to-weight ratio by using different chassis
length/width and counter weight.
G Excellent driver ergonomics, with fully adjustable seat, BT Control con-
sole and electronic controls for all hydraulic functions.
G Very fast acceleration rate and a travel speed of max. 12 km/h (rail
guided truck) combined with the unique BT OPTIPACE system (adapt-
ed speed, acceleration and braking to fork height) allowing outstanding
and at the same time also safe performance.
G The standard electronic height indicator shows the fork height above
ground and is helping the operator with positioning.
G Electronic regenerative braking (motor braking, pedal braking or
change of drive direction and end-of-aisle brake) are programmable to
suite the driver and the installation.
G Regenerative lowering in combination with the fully electronic control-
led fork functions and a large battery compartment allowing longer
shifts or due to the very fast cycle time more pallets in the same
shift.
G Available with rail or wire guidance. The smart wire guidance system
learns different frequencies by driving the truck on the wire.
Options
G Automatic rotate/traverse of load.
G Fork spreader, fork tilt or extension forks.
G Electronic height pre-selection system.
G Camera mounted on fork with monitor systems.
G Battery change station.(DIN size battery compartment with roller bed is
standard in the truck).
G Cold store version with heated cab.
G Prepared for Personal Protection Systems.
G BT TruckLOG Easyview. For user ID. Instead of key and registration of op-
erating details.
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2) 12/12 km/h for chassis width 1420mm and 1520mm when rail guided. 9/9 km/h for chassis wdth 1270mm, or chassis width 1420mm and
1520mm when wire guided.
3) With boom length 650mm
4) Depending on boom length
Technical Details VR
Power unit electrical, battery
Operating type ride on
Rated capacity kg 1500
Load centre mm 600
Weight without battery kg 4050
1)
Wheel type polyurethane
Wheel dimension, fork side mm 230x110; 230x85
Wheel dimension, drive wheel side mm 350x130
Number of wheels, fork side 4
Number of wheels, drive wheel side 1
Travel speed. without/with rated load km/h 12/12 9/9
2)
Lift speed, without/with rated load m/s 0.37/0.29
Lowering speed, without/with rated load m/s 0.48/0.50
Service brake electro-regenerative
Parking brake electro-mechanical
Drive motor/Intermittent rating kW/% 7.5/60
Lift motor/Intermittent rating kW/% 14/15
Battery weight kg 9401400
Battery (5h discharge) V/Ah 48/480900
Battery (5h discharge) kWh 25.9; 32.4; 38.9
Steering system electronic power steering
Speed control, number of steps electronical, stepless
Dimensions, mm VR
y Wheel base 1750/1900/2050
b
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Track width front c/c 1097/1148/1248
h
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Height of cab 2266
h
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Height of drivers seat 1100
h
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Height of lowered fork 80
l
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Total truck length 3185/3335/3485
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b
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Chassis, width 1270/1420/1520
s Fork thickness 40
e Fork width 120
l Fork length 6001600
b
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Width across fork 5251160
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Floor clearance mid wheelbase 60
W
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Turning radius 1960/2110/2260
l
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Front axle to boom pivot 820
Performance may vary due to motor and system efficiency tolerance and represents nominal values obtained under typical operating conditions.
BT Products AB products and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mast, mm VR
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Total lift height 4300 4900 5500 6100 7000 7600 8200 8800 9400 10000 11000
h
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Height of mast, min. 2535 2735 2935 3135 3570 3770 3970 4170 4505 4705 5035
h
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Free lift 1490 1690 1890 2090 2524 2724 2924 3124 3458 3658 3990
h
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Height of mast, max. 5295 5895 6495 7095 7995 8595 9195 9795 10395 10995 11995
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BT Industries AB
SE-595 81 MJLBY
Tel: +46 - (0)142/860 00
Fax: +46 - (0)142/860 80
The product complies with
the EC-directives
Developed and produced by
BT Products AB
SS-EN ISO 9001, No. 003
ISO 14001, No. M005
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5. REFERENCES

REFERENCES

"MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT"
M.P.Alexandrov MIR PUBLISHERS MOSCOW 1978

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