November 2021

MITSUBISHI FORKLIFT TRUCKS has announced it has launched a game-changing addition to its award- winning EDiA range Changes to fuel subsidies, enhancements in battery technology and increasingly stringent emissions regulations mean electric trucks are becoming the new favourite – even in industries where diesel was once considered indispensable. And now electric trucks offer more capabilities than ever before with the arrival of the new EDiA XL from Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks. Stewart Gosling of RDD, the exclusive UK importer for Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks, explains: “The new EDiA XL will do everything a diesel can do… only better. It is the first electric to fully overcome every issue that may have stopped some owners of IC engine trucks from making the switch to electric.” t | 0845 3713048 w | www.mitsubishi-forklift.co.uk With falls from height still one of the leading causes of fatal accidents at work, the industry welcomes two new guidance documents on working safely on portable ladders, released by the Ladder Association and Health & Safety Executive (HSE). Rob Messenger, work and rescue at height instructor, at ARCO PROFESSIONAL SAFETY SERVICES, looks at the issues of fixed, safety cage ladders and how to mitigate the risks associated with using this type of equipment. Fixed ladders are common across a multitude of industries within the United Kingdom, as an access method giving many thousands safe access to plant and equipment which is located at height. But is it safe for you, your colleagues, your contractors, or your employees to use caged ladders without any additional measures? Please visit www.pwemag.co.uk for the full release. w | www.arco.co.uk Hand protection specialist UNIGLOVES has announced it has launched of a new range of reusable gloves and specialist electrical safety gloves with specific solutions designed for workers in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. The company says the new Unigloves Nitrex industrial gloves range ensures truly comprehensive hand protection against all major risk categories including chemical, cut, impact, thermal and electrical hazards.Protective performance features for the new gloves include cut, puncture and abrasion resistance, through to dry, wet and oil grip in addition to chemical resistance. It also includes protective sleeve and gauntlet options along with a range of dip coatings.New surface technologies have also been created. For those having to wear their gloves for extended periods of time or in warmer environments, Unigloves has also incorporated Sanitized Actifresh in selected products. t | 0800 049 6602 e | enquiries@unigloves.co.uk w | https://unigloves.co.uk/reusable-gloves/nitrex/ summary or https://unigloves.co.uk/reusable- gloves/sibille-safe/summary Hazardous work environments demand effective and reliable communication between people. With a range of up to 3km the new HELLBERG Local hearing protector and communication headset makes it easy to talk to with colleagues - without the hassle of taking off ear defenders. The company says it’s just one PPE solution in a wide range of eye, face, hearing and communication solutions that have been developed and independently tested in “real-life” situations for optimal performance to deliver products that are comfortable and reliable in any risk environment. The SECURE series features multi-functional and foldable passive ear defenders available in 3 protection levels to advanced electronic communication solutions. SECURE ACTIVE allows customers to communicate with colleagues, hear warning signals and other important information while protected from hazardous noise. t | 01484 854788 e | sales@hultaforsgroup.co.uk w | www.hellbergsafety.com Hearing protection solutions CIRRUS RESEARCH has announced the launch of its latest cloud-based noise monitoring system, Quantum Outdoor. Quantum Outdoor is a single solution for remote monitoring of noise 24/7, it uses powerful cloud software to give users control over their environmental noise impacts at their desktops. Quantum Outdoor can be easily installed around the boundary of a premises or in remote locations, and multiple devices can be synced up to the cloud together. Once installed they will start gathering noise data and other environmental information in real time. The cloud connectivity instantly makes noise and other environmental data available to view, analyse and report on from a desktop or tablet. Other features include automated alerts if the decibel exceeds a user-specified level so you can always stay in control and take corrective action when needed. t | 01723 891655 e | sales@cirrusresearch.com w | https://www.cirrusresearch.co.uk/products/cloud-based-monitoring/quantum-outdoor/ Environmental noise monitoring The electric truck that does it all Fixed ladders fitted with a safety cage: safe or unsafe? RANDEX, a leading vertical storage lift company, is claiming an industry first for its rollout of a free online service that organisations can use to generate CAD drawings and specifications for their automated handling using vertical storage. “By sharing our vertical storage technology freely with organisations and the supply chain community in this way we are helping to democratise business planning” says Randex director James Roberts. Manufacturing, logistics and other supply chain users of the ‘Compact Configurator’ service tool on the randex.com website enter key data including their building height, storage and picking needs. The tool then generates a customised CAD drawing and specification showing their vertical storage lift height and footprint, optimum storage capacity and other information. The new service is available online at https://www.welandsolutions.com/en/build-your-storage-lift/. An additional, warehouse optimisation questionnaire can also be accessed online at https://www.welandsolutions.com/en/test-your-inventory/. w | www.welandsolutions.com/en/build-your-storage-lift/ 36 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk November 2021 Handling & Safety Vertical storage lift online planning service Reusable hand protection solutions