Paper print problems solved by pallet truck17 June 2010

When printing giant St Ives Roche had concerns recently about aspects of its paper handling operations, handling equipment supplier Briggs Equipment turned to Stanley Handling for a specialist solution.

St Ives felt there was an issue with employees moving heavy paper reels by hand pallet truck. The1270mm diameter reels weigh in at 2000kg and the company wanted to implement changes that would prevent the possibility of back strain or injury.

Working with Briggs, Stanley supplied a paper reel handler based on the Robur K9 SBM22 powered pallet truck.

Fitted with reel handling forks, the truck's specification includes electromagnetic braking, electronic speed control, a digital weighing system, automatic parking brake, an operator safety button, hour meter and a battery discharge indicator.

St Ives says that introducing the reel handler has alleviated its health and safety concerns and has been welcomed by both employees and management – not least because it has helped to increase productivity.

Brian Tinham

Related Companies
Briggs Equipment (UK) Ltd
Stanley Handling Ltd

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