Forklift truck push-pull slipsheet handler for facilitating conversion of truck between slipsheet handling and pallet handling capabilities
US4624620A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 6, 1985 |
| Grant date | Nov 25, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66F9/195
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A push-pull slipsheet handler mountable on a standard hook-type lift truck carriage compatibly with load-handling forks mounted on the carriage. The slip-sheet handler comprises a push-pull assembly and split platen, both of which receive their vertical support from the load-supporting surfaces of the forks. Attachment of the push-pull assembly to the lower hook-type bar of the carriage provides resistance against fore-and-aft movement of the slipsheet handler. To convert the truck rapidly to a fork-type truck capable of handling standard rigid pallets rather than slipsheets, the platen may be quickly removed leaving the push-pull assembly in place or, alternatively, the push-pull assembly and platen may be removed as an integral unit.
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