Pentalift Blog - December 2017
Custom Lift Table Applications
December 22, 2017, 3:55 pm -
A number of years ago, Pentalift was successful in assisting a foundry and their requirements in the initial design stages. The foundry recently contacted Pentalift with the details of another project providing the same service as the original design with some modifications. For the history behind the first project, please click here. To see many different examples of our custom lift tables please click here
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What Are The Different Operating Choices For Lift Tables?
December 15, 2017, 3:57 pm -
There are 3 different operating types of lift tables. They are hydraulic, pneumatic and self leveling. All 3 styles are different but have their benefits, depending on what the application is. Hydraulic lift tables offer the widest range of features and customization regarding platform size, capacity, vertical travel, and safety features. Pneumatic lift tables are offered in an air bag design which is limited to 24” of travel. The air bag lift tables may be limited but if an airline is the only power source available to run the lift table, an air motor running a hydraulic system is available. Pneumatic lift tables are commonly used in wash down or areas where electrical sparking can cause a concern. Self leveling lift tables are mostly used for ergonomic applications. Self leveling lift tables require no power at all but do require a fork truck in order to load or unload the full pallet.
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Does Dock Equipment Require A Preventative Maintenance Program?
December 8, 2017, 1:18 pm - Preventative maintenance for dock equipment is highly recommended. The more you maintain your dock equipment, the better and longer your equipment will last. Regular maintenance increases employee safety, helps to control repair costs and assists in avoiding company down times. When unexpected maintenance occurs, it can have a long chain of unexpected delays by stopping goods from entering or leaving a facility. Maintaining your equipment on a regular basis can minimize these delays and improve safety at the loading dock area.
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What Is The Purpose Of Drive On Lift Tables And What Are Their Common Applications?
December 1, 2017, 1:53 pm - Drive on lift tables are lift tables that that do not require a ramp or pit. They are normally used with a pallet truck or cart in an ergonomic palletizing application, keeping the product at a good working height. The majority of pallets range in size up to 48” wide by 54” long. Standard drive on lift table platforms are available in sizes up to 50” wide by 54” long. Custom drive on lift tables are available to suit many wider and longer applications. Some applications use a drive on lift table to transfer product between two fixed elevations. These two fixed levels are typically 79” or less apart. In a product transfer application between two levels, the drive on lift table can be manufactured to enter one end and exit off the other end. Standard drive on lift tables are available in 2,500 lbs, 4,000 lbs and 6000 lbs. The platform rests directly on the floor and has 35” of vertical travel. Standard controls would be a push button control with 10 ft. of cord or a foot pedal control on 10 ft. of cord.