Engineered for Safety
Yale has a great history for offering safe lift trucks that are suitable for a variety of uses. The ability to design and produce models for better safety comes from the new technology that is available in the company's experience and the material handling business.
Yale likes to integrate new technology that is available into their latest designs. Several of the new technologies that are on the market are initially applied to forklift trucks and then later proven further through functionality and durability testing. The company conducts many controlled field tests and reliability development in order to make sure that their products are very safe.
Some of Yale's innovative designs and technology which has been integrated as standard features for their fleet in order to enhance overall safety include the following:
Operator Compartment Ergonomics and Controls
The operator compartment has been engineered with ergonomics in mind, using state-of-the-art technology. These designs help to guarantee that the operator avoids heavy repetitive motions and fatigue. These added comforts help to increase overall efficiency.
Adjustable Operators Controls and Compartment
Having adjustable operator's controls and compartments allows the necessary controls to be able to be positioned in close proximity to a wide range of operators. This helps make the machinery user friendly, regardless of who is operating it. Before starting their shift, the operator could make certain she or he is as comfortable as possible.
Operator Presence System
Yale's hydraulic system operation known as the Operator Presence System prevents the operation of the equipment if the operator is not in the correct operating position. This presence system additionally disables directional travel on trucks which have IC engines.
Swing-Out LPG Tank Bracket
The drop-down design brings the LPG tank out from the protected center of the truck and down to the natural handling position of the operator making the tank easier to change.