Top of the class

New high level order picker from Mitsubishi raises the bar

Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has introduced a totally redesigned high level order picker with class-leading pick height, lift speed and ergonomics.

The 48 Volt OPBH10NH high performance model will allow picking at heights up to 11.5 metres – the highest in the market. Its powerful AC hydraulic motor will also deliver the fastest lifting speed in the market.

For applications that do not require such high and fast lifts, Mitsubishi offers the 24 Volt OPBH10N model with DC lift – but in every other respect both models in the OPBHN series share the same high specification as standard… with a particular focus on ergonomic features.

There is a unique ergolift design, for example, in which the lifting mechanism is located under the cabin floor. This has allowed the cabin wall to be made thinner, so that loads are easier to reach. The pallet lift will raise loads to a maximum height of 750 cm.

By splitting the control unit, access to the load has been enhanced even further – and the risk of accidentally operating controls while leaning to reach the load has been greatly reduced.

Interesting innovations include joystick control, as well as an inductive hand detector which will not allow operation of the truck unless both hands are safely within the cabin. Uniquely, this detector responds only to flesh and cannot be fooled by placing some other object where the hand should be.

To meet the needs of the application, controls can be located on the fork side or the mast side and customers can choose from three chassis widths and four cabin widths.

The unique design of the cabin’s side gates includes a smooth shape which is comfortable to lean against and a lightweight aluminium construction which makes them easy to open.

The revolutionary Mitsubishi Visionmast gives operators unrivalled forward vision when the truck is travelling with its forks trailing. Visionmast also ensures high residual capacities.

A PIN code starter pad linked to a new generation electronic control system allows engineers to programme a wide range of performance parameters via the truck’s own display screen – with no need for connection to a laptop computer. There are also some changes that the operator is allowed to make.

Other standard features on both models include AC drive, strong regenerative braking, high capacity batteries and battery change rollers. There are also many options available for particular applications, including wire or rail guidance, end of aisle braking and auto stop for obstacles and pedestrians.

“This is a very impressive machine that fits in well with the comprehensive, bang-up-to-date range of Mitsubishi warehouse trucks,” says Mike Jones, General Manager of Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks UK. “The last year alone has seen no fewer than 26 new models added to our line-up – and continued acceleration in warehouse sales. As more and more customers are discovering, our warehouse products are just as reliable as our famously dependable counterbalance trucks and our famously responsive local dealers.”

www.mitsubishi-forklift.co.uk