Longer load handling addressed

Addressing the need to handle ever longer loads at its base in the West Midlands, Edward Howell Galvanizers, part of the Wedge Group Galvanizers, is using a C5000XL Combilift 4-way forklift.

The diesel powered C5000XL's 5t capacity at 600mm load centre is more than enough to cope with the heaviest loads handled at Edward Howell's site. It features a large cab, higher ground clearance and was also supplied with hydraulic fork positioners, which make for easy handling of varied load sizes. Combilift also supplied a customised tapered platform which prevents round bars or similar products from rolling for more secure transportation.

"Efficient materials handling which also conforms to the highest levels of health and safety is a key part of our operations, and this is now what we have in place," says director, Malcolm Wright.