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Wolter Power Systems Donates Equipment to WCTC’s Diesel Equipment Tech Program
Wolter Power Systems Donates Equipment to WCTC’s Diesel Equipment Tech Program Wolter Power Systems, a division of Wolter Group LLC, has donated equipment valued at $15,000 to Waukesha County Technical College to be used by students in the Diesel Equipment Technology associate degree program. The equipment includes an industrial Generac diesel generator (20KW fully functioning and equipped with enclosure and self-contained fuel tank) as well as two air-cooled Generac engines. Wolter Power is also providing technicians and trainers to assist with classroom activities and learning workshops, along with product and theory training materials to be used in the classroom. Wolter Power Systems is committed to helping educate and train those interested in […]
Divide and Conquer the Data Center
Recently we were asked to create secure storage space within a large data center. Divide and Conquer was the perfect solution! Typically when the request comes in to secure a storage space we are talking about the storage of physical item such as files, books, police evidence, museum artifacts, etc. But this time it was different. The request was to secure virtual storage space inside a data center. No file folders, or books just virtual data stored inside of hundreds of “physical servers”! The perfect solution was steel partition system that secured the space without affecting airflow. Data centers must remain cool for the servers to operate properly, making this […]
WISCONSIN LIFT TRUCK PLANS FOR RAILCAR MOVER FACILITY IN WEST SALEM, WI
Wisconsin Lift Truck, a member of Wolter Group LLC, is preparing for the construction of their 15,000 sq. ft. facility in West Salem, WI with a groundbreaking ceremony being held May 4th, 2018. This facility will be dedicated to servicing railcar movers and other material handling equipment, as the mining and railcar mover industry expands in the La Crosse area. The facility will be staffed with expertly trained technicians for all brands of railcar movers, including: Shuttlewagon, Trackmobile, Rail King and more. Service calls will be offered 24/7. Wisconsin Lift Truck has over 30 years of experience in the railcar mover industry. Along with the West Salem facility, Wisconsin Lift […]
Meet the Smartphone-inspired Generator Controller
Generac Industrial Power POWER CONNECT NEWSLETTER 4/24/2018 12:00:00 AM Almost everyone has a smartphone, and now end-users can avail themselves of a similar user experience with the new Power Zone® controller that makes interaction with a generator more intuitive. The controller: Provides a large touch-screen that uses easy-to-understand icons — green for ready or operating normally and a large yellow icon to indicate potential problems. Allows ease of navigation with scrolling to move though status and information screens. Is the first industrial gen-set control platform on the market with built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LAN and Webserver, putting monitoring and control within easy reach of any mobile device or PC. Provides quick and […]
Adding warning lights to your safety procedure can help eliminate injuries
Each individual working in an environment where forklifts are present has likely gotten the same spiel regarding the hazards of this almighty machine. Repetitive this lesson may be, it is unquestionably one of the most important lessons you will learn. It is crucial to realize that 40% of all forklift accidents involve pedestrians. The bright side? This can be avoided with awareness of ones surroundings and a little help from the Red-Zone Warning Light. The Red-Zone shows pedestrians a lit section to designate where they should and should not be standing. This section is called the ‘Halo Zone.’ Once the light is attached to each side of your forklift, the […]
Know your ATS options to keep costs low
Automatic Transfer Switches can be provided with a wide array of options and features. Like any customizable product, the more features included, the higher the cost will be. Contractor ratings can also drive prices exponentially high. Below are two tips to consider when deciding on ratings and features for an application. These tips can help to ensure the switch is suited for the job, and priced within the customer’s budget. Continuous Current Rating The Standard expectation of an automatic transfer switch (in regards to a continuous load), is that the switch should be able to hold maximum value for three hours or more. Transfer switches differ widely from other emergency […]
Best Practices for Load Safety Rack Challenges
Recently a client contacted us. They removed their Forklift Load Safety Racks (LSR) from their trucks and wanted a letter saying that was acceptable to do. They went on to say that it is a widely accepted industry practice. Their purpose in removing them was for safety, as forklift operators were hitting overhead objects when placing pallets in the top shelf positions in their warehouse. Some operators hit the ceilings in semi-trailers. Forklift LSR’s are located at the rear of the forks. They are often about 4 feet tall. Their purpose is to prevent lifted objects from falling towards, and injuring the forklift operator. Our client had a valid reason […]
Gift your forklift a new set of tires this Christmas
A brand new set of forklift tires make for a smooth ride, right? Right!! However, new tires are also a key factor when considering your operators and employees in the surrounding area. Just think about it, the average-sized forklift tires support nearly 10,000 pounds! This means your tires are the most important component to your machines. So, how do you know that it’s time to replace them? First, take a look at your tires wear line. This line is often referred to as the “50% wear line”. When your tires meet this line, it’s time to replace them. Next, watch out for chunking. If you see that pieces of your […]
The Importance of Changing Your Forklift Mast Chains
The front end of your forklift takes the brunt of moving your products from place to place. A high percentage of repairs on a forklift typically come from the front end. Components, like forks, front drive tires, and tilt cylinders are items that safety instructors and management concentrate on to endure employee safety as well as catch expensive repairs before they take place. However, there is one item that needs to be looked at, and this is your mast chains. Mast chains should be part of an operator or maintenance individual’s daily inspection. It is necessary to check and see if the chains are being stretched beyond their acceptable limits. […]
Maneuvering Products in Tiny Spaces
Has your business grown to the point where you have added machines, presses, etc. to produce the products your customers need, but now cannot properly function to move those products around in your facility? Traditional forklift walk-behind stacker equipment will no longer fit because the outrigger legs and turning radius is no longer viable. This is due to putting in that new press or machine to run your business. Your employees are complaining that they now have to physically push products on carts because that is the only way to maneuver out of their work area to the finished goods departments. This could create potential injuries to your employees and […]
