{"id":11276,"date":"2019-03-15T12:59:36","date_gmt":"2019-03-15T12:59:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ricoprod.wpengine.com\/?p=11276"},"modified":"2019-06-07T13:50:20","modified_gmt":"2019-06-07T13:50:20","slug":"custom-forklift-engineering-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ricoequipment.com\/custom-forklift-engineering-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Custom Forklift Engineering Services"},"content":{"rendered":"

RICO has staked a claim on being the most trusted partner in custom engineered material handling vehicles<\/a>.<\/p>\n

All RICO vehicles start off with proven modular engineered designs for repeatability while customizing to meet specific customer requirements and application. RICO also integrates into our designs many industry standard components, offering off-the-shelf replacement for field support.<\/p>\n

Working in a variety of business verticals<\/a> including automotive, aerospace, traditional manufacturing, agriculture, steel & stamping, chemical, and even energy has made us experts at building many different types solutions.<\/p>\n

We know customers are making a significant investment in their industrial vehicles, so we invest our time and wealth of experience into delivering exactly what they need to do the job.<\/p>\n

We invite you to learn more about how RICO\u2019s solutions differ from most material handling truck manufacturers \u2013 from our approach and process to real examples of our custom engineering capabilities.<\/p>\n

Consultative Approach<\/h2>\n

Manufactured lift vehicles can be customized to a certain extent \u2013 to accommodate heavier load capacities or provide higher lift ranges. RICO\u2019s engineered solutions are called upon when an application requires capabilities outside of available catalog trucks customizations.<\/p>\n

Because each material handling vehicle is built from scratch, RICO must fully understand the customer’s application, service environment, and operator needs before our design and engineering team gets to work.<\/p>\n

We evaluate several factors related to a project during this discovery phase including: efficiency, productivity, hazardous materials, demanding load requirements, explosion risks, space restrictions, rider specifications, and safety.<\/p>\n

Collaborative Design<\/h2>\n

Custom forklifts and material handling vehicles require significant research and planning to find the best option available. The process also demands communication and collaboration with our dealers and their customers so a vehicle isn\u2019t under or over engineered.<\/p>\n

RICO\u2019s in-house engineering team are the design experts for every piece of equipment we fabricate. From preliminary drawings to final specification files \u2013 our engineers work closely with you through the design phase. While we manufacturer most of the equipment we are asked to engineer, sometimes the drawings themselves are the deliverable.<\/p>\n

RICO\u2019s innovative and meticulous design standards ensure successful vehicles in the field.<\/p>\n

Examples of Custom Engineered Vehicles<\/h2>\n

Here are a few examples of our engineered material handling solutions. Check out our industry case studies<\/a> to see dozens of our custom designed vehicles in a variety of industries.<\/p>\n

Acrylic Glass Handler<\/h2>\n

A custom material handling vehicle<\/a> was engineered to safely move large sheets of acrylic glass throughout the customer\u2019s manufacturing process.<\/p>\n

The truck has a 4,000 lb. capacity with an 86\u2019 load center. For positioning and handling, the truck can side-shift, mast tilt and allows for 150 degrees of rotation.<\/p>\n

The vehicle is equipped with four vacuum cups to securely and safely handle the acrylic glass. The space between the cups can be manually adjusted to handle differing sheet sizes.<\/p>\n

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Large Coil Handler<\/h2>\n

This high-lift straddle vehicle<\/a> was designed to lift and move heavy aluminum coils in the steel and stamping industry.<\/p>\n

The lift capacity is 50,000 lbs. with a load center of 38\u201d. The aluminum has a diameter of 80\u201d and the vehicle is designed to core lift the rolls 88\u201d off the floor.<\/p>\n

Due to tight maneuverability needs, the truck is equipped with a large, single planetary drive for tight turns despite the vehicles large frame.<\/p>\n

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175,000 Pound Vehicle Transporter<\/h2>\n

RICO custom engineered a transporter truck<\/a> that can move \u201cdead vehicles\u201d at weights of up to 175,000 lbs. for maintenance or storage.<\/p>\n

The vehicle is equipped with an all-wheel-drive system for maximum torque and responsive braking. A free-floating towing coupler was designed with self-centered springs for easy positioning to the load.<\/p>\n

Loads can include 737 planes, large trailers or even the transportation of raw materials.<\/p>\n

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\nCould custom forklift engineering services be the solution for your needs? RICO vehicles are custom built to meet your specific application and the load requirements of any industry. Call us at 330-723-4050 or\u202fcontact us<\/a>\u202fto learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

RICO has staked a claim on being the most trusted partner in custom engineered material handling vehicles. All RICO vehicles start off with proven modular engineered designs for repeatability while customizing to meet specific customer requirements and application. RICO also integrates into our designs many industry standard components, offering off-the-shelf replacement for field support. Working in a variety of business … <\/p>\n

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