Plethora of options from telescopic to wide-straddle

The new AXiA XL is available in both sit-on and stand-in models, these stackers feature a hydraulic telescopic fork assembly.

There are several advantages to stackers with telescopic forks such as: telescopic forks mean a warehouse can be built around double deep stacking, making a more economical use of the available space. Double-deep stacking can increase warehouse capacity by up to 30% compared to standard single-stack warehouse operations; trucks and trains can be unloaded from one side as the forks are able to reach further back, and extending the forks allows two pallets to be carried at once.

Aside from the introduction of telescopic forks, AXiA XL shares many of its class-leading features with the acclaimed AXiA EX sit-on and stand-in stackers. These include the high-safety chassis design which offers all-around protection to the operators, a variety of ergonomic and adjustable control options, and Intelligent Cornering System which senses the angle of a turn at the very start of the manoeuvre and optimises speed for accurate, positive cornering.

Expanding the capabilities of the existing AXiA EX line, the new 1.6- and 2.0-tonne wide-straddle models feature low-profile straddle legs to enable even more flexibility in pallet handling and allows optimal use of the space under the lowest racking beams.

The wider gap means the forged forks can be lowered to ground level. This is vital when transporting closed and specialised carrier material which may not feature open fork pockets or open fork spaces.

The space-efficient designs of all AXiA EX models make them a viable and affordable alternative to building a warehouse expansion or implementing a full, complex VNA solution. With capacities up to 2.0-tonnes, these stackers can serve as a lower-cost option compared to reach trucks when lifting up to 7.0m.

For more information, visit www.mitsubishi-forklift.co.uk