For many years, forklifts of various types, varieties, versions, etc., have been operated all over the world. There are also many manufacturers of them. One of the types of these trucks are counterbalance forklifts.
The general principle of their operation is widely known and it is difficult to expect any change in this regard. However, it cannot be denied that the leading manufacturers on the market are constantly looking for new design solutions that would make this type of truck simpler and less cumbersome to operate, and at the same time more functional. One of the manufacturers that has adopted and applies such a principle of conduct is the Linde company.
After its premiere exhibition at HANNOVER MESSE 2002, and also during the International Packaging and Logistics Technology Fair TAROPAK 2002 in Poznań, Linde Material Handling Polska presented its new baby – the Linde 39X counterbalance forklift – (fig. 1) with an internal combustion engine, alternatively with a Diesel engine or LPG gas, in two load capacity variants of 2000 kg and 2500 kg. At first glance, it is clear that the Linde 39X truck has a new stylistic line, but that is not the most important thing. A closer look at its construction allows one to notice a number of technical innovations applied, and in particular, the high comfort of the operator’s cabin is visible. However, not all new solutions can be identified without talking to a specialist from Linde Material Handling Polska.
The article comes from the magazine “Logistyka” 2002/6.