"Workabout Pro" from Psion Teklogix is a new Windows CE .Net-based hand-held computer designed for data collection in harsh environments. The Workabout Pro features a wide range of expansion, radio, and data-input options augmented by extensive device-customization capabilities kits.

The hand-held uses an Intel XScale processor as its platform. Utilization of standard radio technologies such as GSM/GPRS, Bluetooth and 802.11b, enables the Workabout Pro to integrate with customers' infrastructure requirements. The device boasts simultaneous support of WAN, 802.11b and Bluetooth connectivity for mobile computing applications.

Features include an IP54 rating and ability to withstand drops from four feet to concrete. Available in two models, the entry-level Workabout Pro M features a monochrome touch display, 32MB Flash and 64MB SDRAM. The other model, Workabout Pro C, adds a color touch display, an embedded Bluetooth radio, 32MB Flash and 128MB SDRAM.

Psion Teklogix Inc. www.psionteklogix.com 905-813- 9900

The Model 7400 bidirectional reach forklift truck from Raymond features the company's ACR system, which combines AC motors with ergonomic design features. The manufacturer claims that AC motors provide quicker acceleration than DC versions.

Ergonomic features include a secondary handle for added convenience and comfort. Another ergonomic feature is a spring suspension and patented inertial dampener to reduce shocks and sways in the operator's compartment. A new display panel provides real-time data such as time, battery charge, and weight on forks. The new truck comes in variety of weight capacities from 3,200 to 4,500 lbs.

The Raymond Corp. www.Raymondcorp.com 800-235-7200

The AR 400 RFID reader from Matrics is designed as a network element to collect, write, process and communicate information from all EPC classes of tags. It offers a variety of options for connecting to customers' corporate networks via Ethernet or serial connections and wirelessly via 802.11. A configuration Setup Wizard makes commissioning tags extremely easy. The reader provides real-time, seamless tag reading and writing capability for all EPC-compliant tags: Class 0 (read only, and read/write) and Class 1.

Matrics Inc. www.matrics.com 301-610-6100

Lantech has introduced two new continuous-motion shrink-wrap machines: the SW-2000 belt-infeed model and the SW-3000 flight lug version. The machines offer on-the-fly tracking adjustment and side-seal/cross-seal systems that never need cleaning. Ideal for contract packagers and retailers, the new machines deliver rates of up to 60 and 75 packs/minute, respectively.

The models are especially suited for end-of-the-line wrapping where uptime is at a premium, changeovers frequent, and packages come in all shapes—from cakes and heart-shaped candy boxes to DVDs and books. Minimum/maximum package dimensions for the SW-2000 are 3 x 1 x 1/8 inches (length x width x height) to infinite x 15 x 6 inches. The SW-3000 accepts packages sized up to 40 x 15 x 6 inches.

Lantech www.lantech.com 800-866-0322

Kaba Mas has entered the transportation market with a new mechanical cargo lock, Gitcon G50. Constructed from stainless steel, the lock is designed to provide secure locking of containers that utilize either swinging or roll-up doors. It can be used with many high-security cam-lock cylinders for added protection against forced entry as well as with tamper-indicating seals.

Kaba Mas Corp. www.kaba-mas.com 888-950-4715

The Displayguard safety information system merges a protective steel guardrail with a highly visible, computer-directed electronic display. The display can be read as far away as 200 feet and comes with a specially designed guardrail housing. It can be retrofitted into an existing guardrail layout or incorporated into a safety rail as an enhancement. The system uses Windows-based software that can be installed on a desktop computer or network.

Herwin Inc. www.displayguard.com 800-868-5438

A one-way plastic pallet called the Low Profile Pallet is designed for one-way shipment. This pallet from Trienda includes features important for shippers of long-haul and export applications. Some of these features include a low profile height for maximum cube utilization, weather and chemical resistance, light weight, and extremely economical price. While the 48 x 40 inch size was selected as the first product, other sizes can be manufactured if required.

TriEnda www.trienda.com 608-742-5303

Orion Packaging Systems has unveiled Vectra, a low profile, semi-automatic turntable stretch wrapper. With a maximum load-weight capacity of 4,000 lbs. and a turntable rotation speed of 9 rpm, the Vectra unitizes pallet loads quickly and efficiently while providing a viable alternative to manually wrapping loads.

The wrapper uses Orion's EconoStretch film carriage. The operator simply places a load onto the turntable, attaches the film to the load, and pushes a button on the control panel. The film is stretched between an adjustable brake roller and the load as it is applied. Once the Vectra finishes wrapping, the film tail can be cut and easily secured to the load.

The turntable features an automatic chain tensioner, eliminating the need for periodic tensioning. Driving the turntable is a high-efficiency helical gear reducer, making the machine more resistant to damage from lift-truck bumps while the machine is being loaded. The turntable also has a steel ring "skirt" that prevents turntable flexing. The side-facing film carriage is ergonomically designed to allow the operator to safely change film rolls without stepping onto the machine between the carriage and the load.

Orion Packaging Systems www.orionpackaging.com 800-333-6556