Tilt indicator
To help overcome problems caused when forklift operators do not have sufficient view of the forks to be fully in control of their position, AEC Designs is marketing a mast tilt indicator that can be installed quite easily to all makes of forklift truck. Called ‘ForkAngles’, the device shows clearly at what angle the forks are set.
“With ForkAngles, even an inexperienced driver can set the forks level – first time, every time,” says designer, Antony Cook. “It reduces risk by eliminating guess work. There is no need to lean out of the safety zone, and drivers can operate alone with greater confidence and efficiency.”
The device has been successfully trialled at Churchill China. “By using the ‘ForkAngles’ mast tilt indicator, the operators can work alone and with confidence that the load will go in precisely – and without causing any damage to either pallet.” says despatch warehouse manager, Dave Cadman. “As well as eradicating this risk and the potential costs in terms of delay and repairs, the indicator also helps to improve productivity.”
