Capital Equipment News February 2020

With ESR reach trucks, operators will work with skill and precision at any height without compromising productivity

superior debris shield for safety and productivity improvements. Personalisation is how the ESR helps operators comfortably move with precision and confidence from one task to the next. Operators can choose the optimal position for control, visibility and workflow – allowing them to improve a skill set, with fluency that moves towards precision. “Integrated into the armrest, the optional remote navigation knob provides a convenient alternative to the touchscreen. Accessories such as work lights and seat heater are controlled from auxiliary switches in the armrest control panel,” concludes Barber. b

The Gena operating system analyses truck speed, wheel revolutions and driver inputs to optimise tractive performance and increase tyre life.

or mast further optimise load handling and positioning.

Safety and comfort matters The ESR 1000 reach truck makes safety even more personal with on-truck reminders, automated assistance and dynamic coaching that provides contextual guidance to help increase operator awareness. Consider it like an onboard virtual coach. Clear interactive displays, automated assistance and coaching, context-sensitive alerts, pre-programmed safety reminders and unobstructed views further enhance performance and productivity. The optional Capacity Data Monitor provides accurate load weights, lift heights and capacity limits at a glance. Colour-coded visuals are designed to alert the operator of current status, so they stay within safe load limits. “InfoLink customisable checklists ensure safe operation and provide safety data for managing safety, service and compliance,” says Barber. “The ESR regularly displays random safety reminders – illustrations and texts – to raise the operator’s awareness of potentially hazardous situations.” The ESR’s offset mast gives the operator a better view of the load wheel, fork and pallet. The optional panoramic glass maximises visibility and provides a

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS FEBRUARY 2020