Materials handling

Enerpac SyncHoist hoisting and positioning system

29 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Enerpac

The Enerpac SyncHoist system is a wireless-controlled, precision hydraulic load hoisting and positioning system.


Handling concrete elements of the $72m Riverwalk project in Brisbane

23 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Enerpac

Some of the most advanced high-precision, high-safety hydraulics are being deployed on the new $72 million Brisbane Riverwalk project to lift, shift and position the complex and heavy concrete castings involved.


There's no 'one-size-fits-all' solution for dust suppression

15 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Tecpro Australia

Every dust problem is unique - from the volume of dust to its size, its type, its location and the surrounding environment. It's vital to fully understand all factors, and to get expert guidance in choosing the right solution from the full range of options.


Lifting system restores equilibrium in Christchurch

01 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Enerpac

An Enerpac EVO synchronous lifting system has been deployed by Sync Lift Systems Ltd to safely raise, re-level and restore for occupancy an entire 2800 tonne three-storey building that sank up to 300 mm during the devastating Christchurch earthquake of 2011.


Schmalz JumboFlex 50 tube lifter

31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Schmalz Australia Pty Ltd

Schmalz's series of tube lifters feature one-hand operation for frequent, fast, ergonomic movement of light goods.


Green Monster's testing, safety and certification tasks

27 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Enerpac

The Green Monster pad eye testers - which perform load testing of pad eyes, eyebolts, D rings and other lift points of plant being lifted or lowered - incorporate Enerpac RCH hollow pull cylinders actuated by P142 hand pump and gauge combinations for durability, simplicity and safety in challenging environments.


Actisafe height-adjustable work platform

19 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Actisafe

Actisafe has added a height-adjustable work platform to its list of industrial safety products. Able to be manufactured to customised lengths and widths, the work platform lifts personnel to the most ergonomically suitable height for a safer working position.


Conveyor belt maintenance in the mining industry

19 March, 2014 by Sean Kinder, BMechEng/BBus | Supplied by: Kinder Australia Pty Ltd

Creating efficient maintenance processes for conveyor belts is a necessity in the mining industry. Incorrect practice in material discharge and the overall housekeeping of the belt resulting in premature failing conveyor components, tracking issues, excessive belt wear and spillage - all result in a decrease in productivity. This troubleshooting article addresses these issues.


Automated packaging line improves efficiency

18 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Premier Tech Systems and Automation Pty Ltd

AMBOS Stockfeeds recently installed an automatic animal feed packaging system as part of a major upgrade to its facilities in Young, New South Wales.


Hand vs machine - the dilemma for wrapping freight

12 March, 2014

A high percentage of businesses across the industry spectrum - including food, manufacturing, primary sector - continues to hand wrap palletised and skid-loaded goods, not realising the cost disadvantages it brings to the company.


JDN EH 75 and EH 100 Air Hoists

10 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Pacific Hoists Pty Ltd

Following the complete reworking of JDN's EH series up to 60 tonnes, the JDN EH 75 and EH 100 Air Hoists are now available.


Schmalz JumboFlex 50 vacuum tube lifter

11 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Schmalz Australia Pty Ltd

The Schmalz JumboFlex 50 vacuum tube lifter is suitable for frequent, quick and safe handling of loads of up to 50 kg.


Makinex Powered Hand Truck PHT-140

06 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Pacific Hoists Pty Ltd

The Makinex Powered Hand Truck PHT-140 is a universal materials handling solution that enables one-person operation for safely lifting and loading small equipment or bulky goods weighing up to 140 kg.


Actisafe double and triple scissor lift tables

19 December, 2013 | Supplied by: Actisafe

Designed to lift or lower product and/or equipment up to and from a selected height, the Actisafe double and triple scissor lift tables have two-tonne load capacities.


Actisafe stainless steel ergonomic goods lift with safety rails

13 December, 2013 | Supplied by: Actisafe

Actisafe has a stainless steel ergonomic goods lift with safety rails which can be used just as easily in the primary foods sector as it can in more industrial environments.


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