New Year,new products
January 1st 2011 Marking an exciting start to 2011, Linde has slated three product releases for the early
part of the year - a pallet truck; an electric counterbalance truck; and a heavy duty
diesel counterbalance truck
Despite the challenging market environment, Linde
Material Handling, has maintained its focus and
investment in developing customer-oriented product
solutions. 2011 is set to be a significant year of product
development at Linde, with a series of breakthrough new product
launches, to reinforce its status as a market leader and innovator
in the materials handling industry.
Three new truck launches are planned for the early part of
2011, commencing with the CiTi truck. A ground-breaking
product creating a category all of its own between hand pallet
trucks and electric powered pallet trucks. CiTi truck is designed to
make light work of delivering goods in urban environments. And
with numerous applications, where maneuverability in confined
areas and the ability to overcome difficult terrain are key, it offers
a unique and innovative solution for the final stages of delivery
and movement of goods across retail environments. Customers
wishing to register product interest ahead of its February 2011
launch can do so at www.cititruck-demolist.co.uk
Intelligent energy management
Early 2011 also sees the launch of Linde's new E20-E50 series
electric counterbalance truck range, to deliver even greater levels
of performance and productive operating experience, whatever
the application. The 2 to 3.5 tonne lift capacity series will launch
in early 2011, followed by the 3.5 to 5 tonne lift capacity series
later in the year.
Both series offer a host of innovations and features for
optimum operator comfort, intelligent energy management and
superior productivity. For example, the new electric
counterbalance trucks have been ergonomically designed to
deliver the best possible operator comfort and safety. The chassis
suspension system offers new realms of protection by optimising
all isolation points to shield the operator from vibrations, bumps
and noises.While the new seat and armrest are fully adjustable for
added all round comfort and levels of onboard storage have been
improved.
All E20-E50 trucks are fitted with an Ecomode setting as
standard. This advanced energy management system offers a
choice of three operating modes – Performance, Economy and
Efficiency - allowing the user to strike the perfect balance between
performance and energy consumption in accordance with their
own specific application. Battery charging requirements have also
been addressed with an intelligent on-board driver display. This
shows the remaining driving time in minutes, to allow the truck
to be driven right up to its next battery change or recharging
cycle, putting the user fully in control of energy management.
Battery changes can be easily performed from above or the side of
the truck as well as onboard re-charging removes the need to
open doors, battery hoods or windows.
Taking inspiration from the automotive industry, these new Etrucks
also provide traction control as standard. A forklift first,
this removes the problems of snow, ice and slippery surfaces, by
redistributing power and torque between the wheels for optimum
traction whatever the weather.
Class leading performance in heavy segment
Finally, Linde is launching a new 10 to 18 tonne diesel engine
counterbalance series to service the heavier end of the forklift
truck market.Manufactured at Linde's Heavy Truck Division in
Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, the new H100-H180 series is
designed to provide class-leading performance, with optimal
speed and precision through a unique hydrostatic drive system.
The cutting edge operator's compartment ensures precise load
control and unrivalled operator comfort & safety, as well as clear,
all round visibility.While the side tilting cab enables fast and
simple access for servicing and maintenance to help reduce
operating costs to the lowest levels in this class.
These three truck launches in 2011 underline Linde's
commitment to investment in new product development, even
during tough market conditions, and are all designed to add value
and increase efficiency for
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