Modern fleet furnishes fashion retailer
June 1st 2008 Atlet's lift truck solution for
Laura Ashley at Coalville is
projected to cost less over
the trucks' lifecycle than the
original fleet it replaces. The
company chose Atlet
because it offered a single
package that included
powered pallet transporters,
battery changing facilities,
maintenance and service.
"While Atlet was not the
cheapest on initial price it
was the most cost effective
over the life of the
contract," says Ivan Bere
warehouse manager.
Atlet spent time with Bere
and shift managers to
understand the warehouse
operation and identify longer
term requirements.
It then suggested 10
Presto PLP powered pallet
transporters deployed in
conjunction with the latest
battery facilities. With these,
there was no need to
reconfigure the warehouse.
The Presto PLP is a high
performance powered pallet
transporter suitable for fast
and efficient handling over
longer distances and
extended working hours. It is
designed for stand-on
operations but can be
pedestrian controlled and
supports a range of picking
operations, from single items
to full pallet.
A powerful AC motor
ensures the truck responds to
the slightest command from
the driver, while every
braking movement generates
and returns current to the
battery.
"These trucks have AC
power, longer service
intervals and good spare
parts availability, all of which
adds up to greater reliability
for us," comments Bere. More articles from Atlet Limited: | 
