Hire and Rental News - February 2018

INDUSTRY NEWS EQUIPMENT GUIDE to 2018 – MATERIALS HANDLING 66 HIRE AND RENTAL NEWS • FEBRUARY 2018 The compact JCB 403 is a 2.5-tonne articulated chassis wheeled loader, has parallel lift, hydraulic attachment pin operation, joystick hydraulics and transmission control all as standard. It is powered by a fuel-efficient Kubota diesel engine, delivering 26kW (36hp) and 92Nm torque while the hydrostatic transmission offers two speed ranges. Deon Cope, JCB CEA National Product Manager for Wheel Loaders, said the 403 wheel loader is built incredibly tough to withstand harsh applications and has a comfortable, ergonomic operator area. “The JCB 403 uses a totally new ROPS/ FOPS cab to provide all-round protection from the elements, dusty working environments and potential hazards. “Even with the cab fitted, the machine is less than 2.2m tall and only 1.1m wide when narrow tyres are fitted, so it can access the tightest sites,” Deon said. New compact wheel loaders offer versatility in a small package Two compact wheeled loaders have been added to the JCB CEA range – the 403 and the 406ZX – both with small dimensions and versatility. Power, productivity and performance are features of the new JCB compact wheeled loaders An inching control, operated by the brake pedal, enables the operator to draw on the loader’s hydraulic power to breakout and lift materials without causing unnecessary wear to the braking system and transmission. The JCB 406ZX wheel loader has optimal power-to-weight ratio, making it a perfect tool carrier Deon said. The 406’s lift height allows operators to load into trucks, but it’s still compact enough to fit into tight sheds and under small bridges. “The 406 comes with an easy maintenance mechanical JCB Diesel engine by Kohler, offering powerful performance. The design of the machine and engine means dimensions are compact, great for small turning circles,” Deon said. “The hydrostatic drive on this model makes it very easy to operate, even for the The new 8-Series FB and 8-Series FBR forklift ranges offer improved efficiency, productivity, operability and safety compared to the superseded 7-Series, Toyota Material Handling’s Product Manager, Toyota product, Glen Ryan said. There are five 8FB forklifts from 1.5 to 3.0 tonne payload and nine 8FBR models from one to 2.5-tonne payload. Updates to Toyota’s System of Active Stability (SAS) safety technology have been included as well as Toyota’s I-Site fleet-management tool as a factory fitted option. “The new forklift range has a more sophisticated design and features, while the new reach trucks have 10% better operating time and use less electricity thanks to newAC drive motors and an efficient new hydraulic system,” he said. “All the new models have Auto Turn- speed Control, for greater safety when turning with a load and anti-rollback control. Auto Turn-speed Control automatically controls the optimum turning speed according to the lift New battery electric forklifts and reach trucks fuel savings With longer operating times and battery life and reduced electricity consumption to save charging costs, Toyota Material Handling has launched two new battery electric warehouse models – the 8FB four-wheel counter-balance forklift and 8FBR reach truck. height, load weight, and turning radius. If necessary it will slow the forklift or reach truck to the appropriate rate of turning. “The 8FBN now features Slope-Sensing Auto Power Mode which will increase the power to climb a ramp; it improves driving performance and productivity.” Glen said the 8FBR range has the latest iteration of Toyota’s System of Active Stability, known as SAS-R, for stable turning and load-handling operations. “It locks the suspension at lift heights over 3m, for optimum longitudinal and lateral stability,” he said. “Additional key safety features include the anti- rollback feature, front-assist brake system on the reach trucks for stable braking even if the drive wheels lock up and traction control for added safety on slippery surfaces. These models can also have a factory fitted blue LED light, which shines on the floor behind the machine when it’s reversing, to warn pedestrians there is a forklift present. “These models have three-mode regenerative braking, for smooth deceleration, stopping and switchback, and to boost battery recovery. They also have a deluxe multi-function display, with weight indicator.” Call: 1800 425 438 or visit website: www.toyotamaterialhandling.com.au inexperienced. That means there’s less risk of overpowering the machine at a cost to fuel economy.” Both the 403 and the 406ZX utilise robot machining, precision paint technology and innovative assembly techniques. Visit: www.jcbcea.com.au There are five 8FB forklifts from 1.5 to 3.0 tonne payload