Handling the empties
May 1st 2008

Linde Material Handling is launching several container handlers that will be on the market by 2009. This month it launches the Linde C90 empty container handler with 9t lifting capacity using a 4m wheelbase, which can stack 8'6" containers to 7 high.

Additional models will also be available with a 4.5m wheelbase, able to single-stack 8'6" containers to 8 high, with the ability to doublestack 8'6" containers to 7 high.

The new models come with Linde hydrostatic transmission, high-performance engine with reduced emissions, special mast for empty container handling and a cabin that creates a safe, comfortable working environment for the driver. There is also an option that enables the cabin to tilt backwards 15°, which assists the driver's upward visibility when stacking containers at high positions.The hydrostatic drive and lift transmission, seen in the Linde H100 to H180 heavy diesel trucks with a 10–18t lifting capacity, now ensures that the new empty container handler accelerates smoothly and responsively using dual pedal control. Driving speeds of up to 16km/h; revs at 1500 rpm.