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Mezzanine Information

Posted by on January 9, 2012 Comments Off on Mezzanine Information

Advantages of Mezzanine Systems

Mezzanine systems add a second or third level inside a facility and thereby double or triple the existing space. Typically, mezzanines are used to create new production, office, storage or assembly space, locker rooms, parts departments, stockrooms, cafeterias, stockrooms, company records storage and work platforms. Mezzanine systems can be installed inside manufacturing and processing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, retail stores, office buildings, industrial plants, hospitals, automotive dealerships, universities, government facilities and more.

Mezzanines allow you to gain the space you need without building a new facility or expanding outward. Think of a mezzanine as the solution that helps you expand within. They can be installed inside any facility that has a ceiling height greater than 15 feet.  If you have more than 30 feet of overhead space, a multi-level mezzanine can be built to meet your exact area and height requirements.

 Advantages of Mezzanine Systems:

  • Help maximize existing plant space.
  • Create more square footage without expanding your facility.
  • Double or triple the existing space inside your facility.
  • Accommodate lighting, sprinkler pipe, HVAC ducts, electrical and computer conduit.
  • Can be designed to meet your exact space requirements.
  • Can be modified to meet future growth needs and planned expansion.
  • Improve inventory management & control.
  • Can be customized to fit around existing equipment, buildingcolumns and other obstructions – even around angled and curved walls.
  • Often incorporate wide spans & unique column spacing to free up valuable floor space.
  • Available in shelving supported, full mat and freestanding designs.
  • Integrate with shelving, rack, vertical lifts, carousels, flow rack, in-plant offices, conveyors, more.
  • Can be disassembled and moved to another location.

Often times, a mezzanine system provides the best space adding solution – especially when compared to new construction or leased space. Mezzanines save additional energy costs (heat, air conditioning, electricity), save land acquisition costs, save property taxes and insurance premiums and qualify for accelerated tax depreciation (one-time investment).

Lift Table Information

Posted by on January 9, 2012 Comments Off on Lift Table Information

Lift tables are used to raise and position workpieces for ergonomic access. They are used for material positioning, load positioning, or lifting in applications such as construction, automotive and garage service, electrical and power service, telecommunications, manufacturing, and inventory management. Lift tables are also used in the wire and cable industries and in other applications, such as painting, where access to above ground locations is required. Important specifications for lift tables include lift capacity, vertical lift travel, platform width, platform length, and actuation method. Lift capacity is the maximum force or load supported by the lift. Vertical lift travel describes the difference between fully lowered and fully raised lift positions. Platform width is the narrow dimension of the lift platform.  Platform length is the long dimension of the lift platform. Lift tables may be actuated by hand cranks, screw drives, foot pumping and ratcheting, pneumatic air cylinders and air motors, hydraulic cylinders and motors, or electrical motors.

There are a number of mechanisms by which industrial lift tables may be raised or lowered.  These include scissor lifts, screw lifts, rack and pinion lifts, telescoping lifts and articulated lifts. Scissor lifts use linked, folding support members to achieve lifts. The lifting action occurs when the members are drawn together, typically with a screw mechanism. Screw lifts employ the mechanical advantage of threads to lift a workpiece vertically.  Rack and pinion lifts function via a small drive gear (pinion) that drives a straight-toothed rack to lift the load. The telescoping lift mechanism has multiple sections that retract and extend into and out of each other. Articulated lifts have multiple sections that unfold or articulate to lift a platform or bucket. Frequently, cherry pickers are articulated lifts.

Features common to lift tables include tilting, rotating, counterbalance, wheels, hand or safety rails and truck mounting. Lift tables may have tilting and rotating functions in addition to lifting. A counterbalance is a weight feature on load lifts to prevent lift overturning without relying on legs or supports under the load. They may also come equipped with wheels to provide rolling for load transport and positioning; typically equipped with a brake or stabilizing outriggers. Hand and safety rails provide for personnel safety or to prevent load from falling or sliding off the lift.

Presto Lifts P4 Load Leveler

Posted by on January 6, 2012 Comments Off on Presto Lifts P4 Load Leveler

PALLET LOAD LEVELER

A new hydraulic load leveler for use in the manual loading and unloading of pallets has been introduced by Presto Lifts Inc.

The P4™ improves worker productivity and reduces fatigue. Its platform lowers to floor height so that pallets can be placed and removed using a hand pallet truck.

In loading operations, a pallet is placed on the platform and the platform is raised by hydraulic power to its full “UP” position. As goods are loaded onto the pallet, the platform is lowered so that each succeeding tier of goods can be loaded at the same height.

When unloading pallets, the platform starts at its lowest height and is progressively raised so that each succeeding tier of goods can be removed at the same height.

When unloading pallets, the platform starts at its lowest height and is progressively raised so that each succeeding tier of goods can be removed at the same height.

The P4 can be accessed from all four sides. Units are equipped with a photoelectric toe guard which will stop downward travel if the beam is interrupted.
The units have capacities up to 4000 lbs., making them suitable for most pallet loads that can be moved with hand equipment.

Metalware Archival Storage Shelving

Posted by on January 5, 2012 Comments Off on Metalware Archival Storage Shelving

Metalware Shelving provides the ideal solution to your archival storage needs. Whether it’s for box storage, mobile applications, or open shelf filing, Metalware Shelving provides the solution. Cost effective, strong and durable Metalware Shelving ships quickly and installs easily.

Cogan’s Safety Pivot Gate

Posted by on January 4, 2012 Comments Off on Cogan’s Safety Pivot Gate

 Cogan’s patent-pending safety pivot gate is your safest bet for the frequent loading and unloading of material. Specially designed pivot arms allow the gate to be opened on one side while closed on the other, protecting your employees from dangerous fall accidents. Choose between twelve standard sizes to best suit your needs. All standard Cogan gates are sealed in a powder-coated safety yellow paint finish for maximum visibility. Cogan’s safety pivot gate is a welcome addition to any Cogan Mezzanine.

Latest Cogan Mezzanine Installation in New England

Posted by on December 22, 2011 Comments Off on Latest Cogan Mezzanine Installation in New England

Here are a few shots of the latest Cogan Mezzanine installation now taking place in New England. It’s taking place in a Eastern Massachusetts machine shop that needs more office space. Modular offices are to be installed above and below the Cogan Mezzanine. Cogan offers the best way to expand your office space utilizing the space you already have. No need to build expensive additions and the tax benefits are excellent.

Presto Scissor Lifts

Posted by on December 6, 2011 Comments Off on Presto Scissor Lifts

 SCISSOR LIFT TABLES FOR A VARIETY OF USES

 

Presto Lifts Inc. offers a complete line of scissor lift tables for a wide variety of uses. Standard Duty lifts are available with capacities from 2000-6000 lbs. with platform sizes up to 48”x88” and satisfy most application requirements.

 

Special requirements can be accommodated by special use units. Light Duty lifts are available in 1000 & 1500 lb. capacities in both electric and manual lift styles. Portable lifts feature DC Power, can be easily moved from location to location and can be equipped with single or double high lift mechanisms. Many units are also available with pneumatic actuation.

Cogan Cantilever Rack Systems

Posted by on December 6, 2011 Comments Off on Cogan Cantilever Rack Systems

 Cogan cantilever rack is what you need for handling medium to extra heavy duty loads. Structural steel components provide superior strength and durability while the powder-coated finish makes it a perfect candidate for both indoor or outdoor use. Our single or double-sided column have punched holes the full height providing excellent adaptability and productivity. Built for the toughest industrial applications, all connectors use high strength structural grade bolts. Choose between straight or inclined arms, with optional removable arm and base stopper pins. Available in single and double-sided units.

Presto Skid Lifter

Posted by on December 1, 2011 Comments Off on Presto Skid Lifter

SKID LIFTER IS A TRANSPORTER/WORK POSITIONER

Presto Lifts, Inc. announces the availability of a new skid lifter. Designed to pick up a load on a skid or open-bottom pallet, the Presto Skid Lifter can transport the load to a workplace and then raise it to a convenient working height. It is ideal for feeding presses, binders, cutters, conveyors and a wide variety of production machines.

The unit has a 3000-lb. capacity and a raised height of up to 32”. Lift is achieved by a two-speed manual pump. For loads under 600 lbs., the unit automatically goes into “Quick Lift” mode so the forks can be raised the full 32” in just 18 strokes of the ergonomically designed steer handle. For heavier loads the unit shifts to “Ergo Lift” mode, raising the forks to full height in 55 strokes. Automatic load stabilizers prevent the unit from being moved when the load is raised. Standard forks are 45” long with an outside dimension of 27” or 20.5”.

Cogan Safegarde Locker Systems

Posted by on December 1, 2011 Comments Off on Cogan Safegarde Locker Systems

In-stock and ready to ship, our galvanized all-steel storage lockers are the durable, practical and multi-purpose storage locker solution for converting any space into a secure storage locker area.

Our unique patent-pending storage locker design allows you to order standard size storage locker components and easily customize the storage locker layout on-site, saving valuable time.

Our open, storage locker design ensures all safeguarded property is in constant view, while allowing proper storage locker ventilation and total storage locker light penetration.

Cogan storage lockers are available in both freestanding and floor-to-ceiling storage locker post designs. Engineered for top notch support and rigidity, our storage lockers feature telescopic storage locker baseplates and storage locker sleeves that are easily adjustable for added storage locker strength and storage locker flexibility.

Our galvanized storage locker components are corrosion-resistant to ensure long-lasting, maintenance-free storage locker protection. Your storage locker system will look good even after many years of storage locker use.

Because our storage lockers use fewer components, no storage locker system installs faster than a Cogan storage locker system, making our storage lockers the most cost-effective storage locker solution on the storage locker market.

Our modular and movable storage locker design means storage locker ownership is trouble-free. Cogan storage lockers adapt easily to your growing storage locker needs or environment. Choose from three standard storage locker panel sizes or customize your own storage locker layout.

Visit our storage Lockers section for standard storage locker panel, storage locker door and storage locker post sizes.

Cogan storage lockers are ideal for industrial and residential storage locker applications including warehouse and condominium storage locker use. Our storage lockers boast thick, heavy-duty 6- and 8-gauge welded wire mesh storage locker panels that do not require any angle frame.

This innovative storage locker design allows for any necessary trimming around water pipes, wall irregularities and other obstructions to be done right on-site, ensuring easy storage locker installation, lower costs and a storage locker system that will deliver adaptable storage locker performance for years to come.

When compared to dry wall storage lockers, wood storage lockers and other wire storage locker products, our storage lockers provide more of everything you need – a clean, attractive storage locker design, simple storage locker assembly, storage locker adaptability and affordability, making Cogan storage lockers the perfect storage locker solution for your application.