Pentalift Blog - November 2013
The vertical dock leveler advantage, cutting costs at the loading dock
November 27, 2013, 2:07 pm - Decreasing the operating costs of a facility through the use of energy saving products like Pentalift's vertical storing dock and dock seals and shelters help reduce the building's carbon footprint and secure the bottom line.
Identifying High Cycle Lift Table Applications
November 19, 2013, 7:52 am - The more cycles a lift table receives the faster it will show signs of wear, requiring either increased maintenance or ultimately replacement. Most lift tables are designed for 8 full load cycles per hour, based on a single 8 hour shift 5 days a week. One example of a common high cycle application involves indexing, best described as incrementally raising a lift table as product is being removed or lowering a lift table as product is being loaded. In other words the lift table is in constant use in short lift/lower movements. In this application it’s advisable to use a continuous running power unit; this eliminates the power unit being turned on-off on a regular prolonged basis. The continuous running power unit is specifically designed to be turned on at the beginning of the shift; it’s then left running during the complete shift and only requires activating the hydraulic valving to control the lift table operation. This system eliminates the premature wear associated with a standard power unit start/stop operation. Another example of a high cycle application is a full lift/lower cycle that happens more than 8 times per hour, more than one shift per day or more than a 5 day work week. Again the power unit is continuous running and is often equipped with an over-sized reservoir and an oil cooler to lower the hydraulic system operating temperature. In addition to the upgraded power unit the standard lift table upper and lower scissor leg rollers are replaced by precision cam followers and the standard pivot point bushings are replaced by spherical bearings. These bearings assure precise scissor leg alignment throughout the high cycle operation. Regular, scheduled lubrication is prerequisite to keep the equipment working at its best. A central lubrication system located on one end of the lift table platform assures that even the most difficult points to access receive regular lubrication. All in all there are proven steps to discuss with your supplier and to specify to ensure that your lift tables will perform in an extended high cycle application.
Aligning your Supply Chain Management Strategies to Your Business Strategies
November 8, 2013, 12:12 pm - Successful organizations with operations across the globe manage their supply chains in such a way that they support their market-leading positions and allow them to deliver superior value. As a result, many companies have come to understand the importance of aligning their supply chain management strategies to their business strategies. Supply chain management becomes a […]
Legal Issues in the Distribution, Transportation and Logistics Industry
November 8, 2013, 12:08 pm - The distribution, transportation, and logistics industry is a tough environment governed by the laws of distribution. Yet, companies also need to face economic crime or fraud which forces them to navigate the regulatory minefield not only in their home country, but also in every single territory in which they hold operations. The fact is that […]
Increase Employee Safety with Custom Lifts
November 8, 2013, 12:03 pm - Custom lifts can be designed for use in a full set of specific applications. Many customers choose to customize their lifts in order to increase employee safety. It is a very efficient practice and works very well whether it involves custom portable lifts, custom highlifts, or any other form of custom lifts. With safety at […]
