Motorized Pallet Truck

Definition: What are Motorized Pallet Trucks? Motorized pallet trucks are one of the most frequently used pieces of equipment in material handling. Called also counterbalance forklift trucks, these machines feature forks that protrude from their front. Unlike the so-called walkies that are driven by sheer human effort, motorized pallet trucks are powered by electric, gas …

Impact Alarm

Definition: What is an Impact Alarm? Impact alarm devices are designed to warn operators of material handling equipment of imminent danger to their machinery getting in contact with any kind of obstacles in their path. These devices use a wide array of detecting sensors, from mechanical antennae (known as pigtails in the impact alarm industry) …