Vision expresso
December 1st 2008 Mitsubishi says its new high level order picker packs
speed, an 11.5m reach, and some clever safety features
Mitsubishi says the top-spec 48 Volt
OPBH10NH high performance
model enables picking at heights
up to 11.5 metres and
delivers rapid lifting speeds.
But for applications where
such high and fast lifts aren't
necessary, there's the 24 Volt
OPBH10N model with DC lift.
In every other respect, says
the firm, both models share
the same high specification
with a particular focus on
ergonomics.
An ergolift design, for
example, sees the lifting
mechanism located under
the cabin floor, enabling the
cabin wall to be made thinner, so that loads
are easier to reach. The pallet lift will raise
loads to a maximum height of 750 cm.
The design of the cabin's side gates
includes a smooth shape which is
comfortable to lean against and a
lightweight aluminium construction which
makes them easy to open.
By splitting the control unit, load access is
improved – and the risk of accidentally
operating controls while leaning to reach
the load reduced.
Other developments include joystick
control, plus an inductive hand detector that
won't allow operation of the truck unless
both hands are safely within the cabin. And
it can't be fooled: The detector responds
only to flesh.
To meet the needs of the
application, controls can be
located on the fork side or the
mast side and customers can
choose from three chassis
widths and four cabin widths.
Mitsubishi says its
Visionmast gives operators
clear forward vision when the
truck is travelling with its forks
trailing, and also ensures high
residual capacities.
A PIN code starter pad
linked to a new generation
electronic control system allows engineers
to programme a wide range of performance
parameters via the truck's own display
screen – without connection to a laptop.
There are also some changes that the
operator is allowed to make.
Other standard features include AC drive,
regenerative braking, high capacity batteries
and battery change rollers. There are also
options for particular applications, including
wire or rail guidance, end of aisle braking
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