Linde and Apex Unite: Advanced Forklift Technology Meets Warehouse & Automation Expertise
Apex Companies is pleased to announce our new warehouse solutions partnership with Linde Material Handling, a subsidiary of KION North America. KION-NA is a member of Germany-based KION GROUP AG, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of industrial trucks. Linde is recognized for its innovative material handling equipment, including its premium electric vehicles and automated guided forklifts (AGFs). Linde forklifts are known for their low energy requirements and low operating costs.
The Linde/Apex partnership vastly expands Apex’s capabilities. It opens up a new chapter in the availability of end-to-end warehouse/distribution center automation and productivity improvements for our customers. Combining Linde’s leading-edge forklifts, AGFs, and warehouse technology solutions with Apex’s broad and deep warehouse design and automation expertise represents a commitment to developing our customers’ most innovative, efficient, and productive material handling and logistics solutions.
With this new partnership, Apex has added an exciting line of new Linde forklifts and industrial equipment to its portfolio. Here’s a rundown of those new models.
Electric Counterbalance Trucks
From the nimble Series 1346 stand-up forklifts to the heavyweight Series 1279 forklifts that offer up to 17,500 lb capacity, Linde offers a wide range of clean, quiet, battery-powered forklifts designed for every application in warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and yards. Available with either lead-acid or Li-ion batteries.
Narrow Aisle – VNA – Reach – Turret Trucks
When space is at a premium and storage gets dense, you need a forklift that can squeeze through a narrow aisle and reach the ceiling. Linde offers a wide range of versatile turret trucks and very narrow aisle forklifts, including the innovative Series A & K Combi-Truck.
Order Pickers
Linde’s order pickers are the answer for swiftly accessing, picking, and zipping pallets for packaging and shipping. These reliable, comfortable pickers can carry loads of up to 3,000 lb. and pick at heights of up to 370 in. (30 ft.); they will greatly improve picking productivity in dense storage and narrow aisle warehouses.
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Automated Guided Vehicles
Linde’s autonomous logistic trucks are remarkably secure for operational use. Driverless forklifts and pallet trucks exhibit precise control, enabling them to operate in close proximity to humans. The Linde line also includes autonomous tuggers and carton handlers. Emergency stop switches on all models enable deactivation at any moment for enhanced safety.
Linde Matic Series Automated Guided Forklifts
Electric Walk/Ride Vehicles
Versatile pallet movers and order pickers can easily maneuver through crowded warehouses. Using 100% AC motors that offer smooth operation, they can lift up to 8,000 lb. and provide up to 1,000 hrs between maintenance intervals. The ETR Tractor offers up to 15,000 lb. towing capacity.
Electric Pallet Jacks
When you don’t need the capability or space for a forklift, the Linde pallet jack is your answer. Ranging in capacity from 2,600 lb. to 4,500 lb., they are perfect for short-distance runs in retail, manufacturing, and warehouse settings. Ergonomically designed control levers make driving a cinch.
With the addition of Linde’s innovative line of forklifts and autonomous vehicles to its existing slate of warehouse design and automation products and services, Apex can now offer its customers a highly efficient, technology-driven solution for almost any material handling and logistics challenge. Whether you operate a warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing facility, or retail establishment, Apex is sure to have a solution to meet your needs. Contact us today to learn more about our range of material handling and warehouse automation options…including our new line of innovative Linde material handling vehicles.
And don’t forget training. New technology requires that operators and managers acquire new skills. Apex offers a wide variety of forklift training options designed to improve your facility’s productivity, efficiency, and safety.