Yale Features Direct-Store-Delivery Solution at NBWA Annual Convention and Trade Show

Yale Lift Truck Technologies announces the demonstration of a new, holistic direct-store-delivery solution at the National Beer Wholesalers Association’s (NBWA) annual convention and trade show, October 12-15 in Las Vegas. At booth 407, visitors can get an up-close look at the solution, which includes a walkie pallet jack, a detachable sled that secures to the base pallet jack, and matching pallets. Each element helps drivers to better maneuver equipment and work more efficiently in these applications, which often require operation on uneven outdoor surfaces and in tight retail areas.

The solution features an electric walkie pallet jack with a nested, motorized sled that provides the capability of two pieces of equipment in one system. This configuration saves space in delivery trucks and removes the need for drivers to bring both a pallet truck and a handcart to the front of a store. Instead, operators can simply detach the sled nested in the larger pallet jack to take advantage of a lower-profile option designed for use in tight retail spaces.

The motorized sled provides a power assist when navigating up inclines or traversing thresholds to help reduce manual effort. To help drivers during unloading, the sled can also raise the load platform to reduce the bending and lifting required to remove product from pallets when restocking. The pallets themselves are lightweight and low profile, enabling them to be tightly stacked to save space in delivery trailers and helping maximize the maneuverability benefits of the sled’s small footprint.

For more information, visit https://www.yale.com.