R&D Ergo Ltd. Innovative Solutions. Reliable Products. Providing Ergonomic Solutions. For Over 25 Years.

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1 R&D Ergo Ltd. Providing Ergonomic Solutions For Over 25 Years. Innovative Solutions. Reliable Products.

2 Table of Contents... Industry Specific Handling Solutions 04 Food and Beverage Handling Solutions 05 Manufacturing and Automotive Handling Solutions 06 Pharmaceutical and Hospital Handling Solutions 07 Warehouse and Retail Handling Solutions Ergonomic Solutions 08 Box Handling Solutions 09 Drum Handling Solutions 10 Roll Handling Solutions 11 Bag Handling Solutions 12 Sheet Handling Solutions Custom Solutions 14 End of Arm Tooling 14 Pick and Place Systems 14 Start to Finish Line Operations 15 Transfer Solutions 15 Turn-Key Material Handling Ground Level Material Handling 16 Appleton Powered Carts 17 Rotacaster Multi-Directional Wheels and Handtrucks Work Positioning 18 Lift and Tilt Tables Overhead Material Handling 19 Spanco Jib Cranes 20 MOBI-Crane Portable Jib Cranes 21 Rail Systems Product Listing 22 Product Specific Listings Contact Information

3 The Company... As a business owner your concern about providing a safe and stress-free working environment is our primary concern. Your need for better results through increased productivity and enhanced efficiency is our driving force. It is the reason behind our continuous striving towards ergonomic excellence in the work place. As you aim to achieve enhanced profitability, we at R&D Ergo engage ourselves in solving your work place safety problems. As members of the Material Handling Association, and the Packaging Association of Canada, we have gained a distinct leadership position and are known in the industry as work place safety problem solvers. Our strong alliances and partnerships will bring added value to the delivery of your ergonomic work solutions. The Goal... With over 25 years of experience, our Material Handling Specialists will work closely with you to develop systems that increase efficiency and productivity. This partnership will result in a drastic decrease in employee injuries, while improving efficiencies within your system. We look forward to any challenge you may throw our way and are confident a solution can be provided for your specific application.

4 Food and Beverage Handling Solutions Our material handling equipment can be configured to perform your specific tasks, offering you adaptability to safely handle changing environments in the food and beverage industry. Some of our more common food and beverage handling solutions includes, Rotacaster Handling Solutions, Box Lifters, Bag Lifters, Vacuum Lifters and Barrel Lifters. Contact one of our expert Material Handling Specialists to see what type of handling solution will work best for you. visit (800) Page 04

5 Manufacturing and Automotive Handling Solutions We have a number of custom manufacturing and automotive handling solutions designed to increase efficiency and production. Having worked closely with a number of international automotive companies for over twenty years, we are familiar with the specific challenges the manufacturing and automotive sectors face. Some of our proven solutions include Jibs, Overhead Cranes, End of Arm Tooling applications and Monorail Cranes. Contact us today with your manufacturing or automotive handling inquiries and we will be happy to help! visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 05

6 Pharmaceutical and Hospital Handling Solutions Used by a number of leading pharmaceutical companies for the handling of rolls, drums, totes, barrels, filters, cartons, trays, and more. Our material handling solutions come in both standard and custom configurations for maximum flexibility. Outfitted as needed, our material handling equipment can be configured to perform your specific tasks, offering you adaptability to safely handle changing environments in pharmaceutical manufacturing and processing applications. Some of our pharmaceutical and hospital handling solutions include Powered Carts, Bag Lifters, Vacuum Lifters and Barrel Lifters. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 06

7 Warehouse and Retail Handling Solutions We have a number of standard and custom products and ergonomic solutions designed specifically for warehouse and retail applications. Our Pallet Lifters and Roll Lifting solutions will increase productivity while reducing unnecessary strains in your workplace. Our Tuggers will reduce the effort required to pull products and materials, while our Rotacaster Hand Trucks make moving product upstairs or to remote locations simple. We also specialize in Zero Gravity lifting solutions designed for your specific application. Do you have another warehouse or retail problem that you need a solution for? Contact us today and we can help. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 07

8 Box Handling Solutions We at R&D Ergo Ltd have an extensive line of box handling equipment designed to improve efficiency and eliminate workplace injuries. Our line of Box Handling Solutions include Rotacaster, LIFT-O -FLEX ergonomic lifting solutions, MOBI-Crane, Vacuum Tube Lifters, and MovoMech overhead rail systems. Call us today and one of our Material Handling Specialists will work with you to design and implement a system that meets your specific needs. Innovative Solutions. Reliable Products. Moving products from point A to B just got a lot more efficient. Contact us to learn how our solutions can make a difference in your workplace. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 08

9 Drum and Barrel Handling Solutions We provide a safer, healthier workplace for employees while increasing efficiency and productivity. Our high quality drum handling product lines include, Electric Stackers, Semi-Electric Stackers, LIFT-O-FLEX ergonomic lifting solutions, MOBI-Crane, Vacuum Tube Lifters, and MovoMech overhead rail systems. All of our drum handling systems offer lowered costs compared to fixed equipment and fast implementation with easy set up and training for employees. Innovative Solutions. Reliable Products. Having a safe and reliable way to handle drums is a key to productivity & profitability. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 09

10 Roll Handling Solutions Looking for a Roll Handling Solution for a specific application? Our Roll Handling Systems are used by a number of industries for the handling of rolls of various widths, diameters, weights and material. Look no further, our diverse product line include LIFT-O-FLEX ergonomic lifting solutions, MOBI-Crane, Vacuum Tube Lifters, and MovoMech overhead rail systems, Schlumpf Hoist Based Solutions, Electric Stackers and Semi-Electric Stackers. Innovative Solutions. Reliable Products. Whatever your Roll Handling challenge may be, we can solve it. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 10

11 Bag Handling Solutions Used by a number of industries for the handling of paper, plastic, polywoven, or burlap bags, up to a maximum 100 lbs, our ergonomic bag handling solutions come in both standard and custom configurations for maximum flexibility. We are a leading manufacturer and supplier of ergonomic bag handling equipment for a variety of applications. Our material handling product lines include LIFT-O-FLEX ergonomic lifting solutions, MOBI-Crane, Vacuum Tube Lifters, and MovoMech overhead rail systems. Innovative Solutions. Reliable Products. With a number of standard and custom solutions, we are capable of handling even the most unique of requests. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 11

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13 Sheet Lifting Solutions Glass, Metal and Wood Sheet Handling Leading the industry with a diverse line of vacuum handing solutions, R&D Ergo Ltd combines experience and innovation to an extensive customer base throughout North America. Utilizing our diverse product line, we have provided economical systems that increase productivity and reduce injury in the workplace. With a continual focus on innovation and growth, we are always looking for new opportunities to solve your challenges while maintaining strong relationships. It is this focus that has allowed us to be recognized as an industry leader in Ergonomic Sheet Handling Solutions. From standard product to custom solutions we are confident that there is no project that we can t handle. With 25 years of custom handling solutions experience, we are confident that we are the right company to solve your material handling needs. Where we can lift it: Our applications are used both indoors and outdoors. Our products are reliable and dependable in high heat and humidity climates, cold and wet applications, factories and assembly plants. What our systems can do: Pick and Place Systems Rotate and Lift Lift and Tilt Powered Tilters with Powered Rotation What we can lift: We specialize in providing custom and standard lifting solutions for glass, metal and wood sheet handling. Our expert Material Handling Specialists can provide recommendations based on load requirements or specific material handling challenges you may face. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 13

14 We Specialize in... Pick and Place Systems Pick and place systems increase efficiency, reducing or eliminating employee fatigue and human error. We have a wealth of experience and knowledge designing, and creating custom or standard pick and place systems. Transfer Solutions We provide a number of custom and standard transfer solutions designed to be cost effective and require minimal maintenance. We will work with you to determine weight requirements and size requirements of product being transferred, ensuring optimal use of your transfer system. Turn-Key Material Handling Solutions Have a need for material-handling equipment that you think is highly customized and very expensive? You needn t consider it a problem anymore, because at R&D Ergo Ltd we have a full range of high-end ergonomic material-handling equipment.

15 End of Arm Tooling We at R&D Ergo Ltd are a solutions provider. We specialize in taking complex situations and finding reliable and viable solutions to meet your specific needs. Providing custom solutions is our specialty and an area in which we excel. Our diverse staff of Material Handling Specialists, Engineers, Safety Inspectors and Site Inspectors combine to provide well over 75 years of experience. Start to Finish Line Operations

16 One out of every five workplace illnesses or injuries are a result of back injuries. Reduce your exposure, physically and financially, to this type of risk by using a Cart Mover. Appleton Cart Mover Available in three models, Standard, Light Duty and Stainless Steel, the Cart Mover is ideal for moving product weighing up to 20,000 lbs. The Appleton Cart Mover has a Belly Button Emergency Stop Switch for added security as well as a Push/Pull Speed of 2.4 mph. Appleton Roll Mover With three models, Standard, Heavy Duty and Tissue Mover this Roll Mover utilizes a variable speed twist grip throttle and can handle loads up to 45,000 lbs. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 16

17 Rotacaster s multi-directional wheels deliver reliable performance for a wide range of material handling, conveyor, OEM, robotic and other applications requiring precision and omni-directional maneuverability. Rotacaster products offer a superb solution for product movement, multi-directional conveyor and load transfer needs. Built to provide the robustness and ride quality of an industrial floor wheel, the Rotacaster s patented full polymer construction and 360º maneuverability has brought a new level of performance to conveyor transfer and inverted multi-directional motion applications. The revolutionary, award-winning design of Rotatruck Self Supporting Hand Trolleys specifically addresses issues of hand trolley use that often result in workplace injury. Reduce fatigue and risk of strain injuries while increasing ease of handling and transporting speed. Create greater workplace safety, efficiency and productivity. To view all of Rotacasters workplace injury reduction products, check out our website! visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 17

18 Work Positioning Tilt Tables Our Tilt Tables range in capacity from 1,000 lbs. up to 6,000 lbs. With a standard 45 degree tilt angle, this work positioning solution is ideal for reducing potential employee injury within the workplace. Platform size can be customized based on your specific needs, as well as increasing or restricting the tilt angle. Call us at (800) to learn about our Work Positioning Products. Lift/Tilt Tables Combining both Lift and Tilt functions these Tables are used by a large majority of our customer base throughout North America. Working with our customers we have designed a number of custom Lift/Tilt Tables, lifting loads greater than 4,000 lbs. and tilt angles between 30 and 40 degrees. Heavy Duty Lift Tables Portable Foot Pump Lifts Ranging in capacity from 8,000 lbs. to 12,000 lbs., our Heavy Duty Lift Tables can be customized for your specific needs. From oversized platforms to rotating tops, our products can do it all. These small and compact lifts are ideal for small parts, maintenance shops, transporting items and other applications. Standard platform sizes are 36 wide x 48 long to 72 wide x 96 long. Call today for pricing. visit We have an extensive list of portable lifts ranging from 330 lbs. to 2,200 lbs. capacity. Rotating platforms are available. (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 18

19 Overhead Material Handling Articulating Jib Cranes Articulating Jib Cranes offer a material handling solution for applications moving around beams, corners and reaching under or into machinery. Articulating jibs can be floor, wall, ceiling, or bridge crane mounted to best suit your application. Workstation Jib Cranes Workstation Jib Cranes work best for light capacities, yet offer the same benefits as a Freestanding Jib Crane. These lighter jib cranes come with a hoist trolley and only require a 6 reinforced concrete floor. Optional portable bases are available to make your workstation cranes portable. visit Freestanding Jib Cranes Freestanding Jib Cranes require a foundation anywhere from 3 ft deep to 4 ft square and up to 5 ft deep to 11 ft square. If columns or walls are not available, a Freestanding Jib Crane will provide an optimal range of capacity and span compared to a wall mounted or column mounted crane. (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 19

20 MOBI-Crane Flexible Material Handling at a Higher Level The MOBI-Crane line of portable jib cranes are designed to allow for maneuverability while providing a rugged and reliable material handling solution. The MOBI-Crane line of portable jibs includes the Heavy Duty MOBI-Crane, MOBI-Crane II M Series, MOBI-Crane II PV SERIES and the MOBI-ARM. The MOBI-Crane M series offers the ability to select various mechanical grippers for quick adaptability to any job. With an adjustable height from 1750 to 2740 mm. and an arm length of 2 or 3 meters, the MOBI-Crane provides a wide coverage area. It is a fully mobile mechanical crane and requires no external power source. The PV Series is designed to provide safe and fast vacuum suction to attach to products with a semi-porous surface such as cartons or paper boxes and bags. The operator can switch between different vacuum grippers, which allows for quick adaptability (change over) between different products.

21 A Versatile Lightweight Rail System The Mechrail rail system assortment consists of different sizes and configurations of extruded aluminum profiles. The intricate design with T-channels and flanges creates profiles with maximum strength allowing a heavy load capacity. Mechrail can be used for loads up to 1000 kg. There are also profiles with completely smooth sides to allow easy cleaning in applications, which demand high degree of cleanliness. Aluminum gives the profiles many advantageous properties. As an example, the system s low weight facilitates installation, and the use of the system becomes light and easy. With our own range of suspensions and low-friction trolleys, a complete system of tracks and cranes is easily created. Should there later on be a need for widening or lengthening the system, it can be expanded with easy-to-fit joint sets. The T-formed grooves on the sides of the profiles enables the attachment of various accessories. All of our Mechrail profiles are anodized, which makes them maintenance free.

22 Series Squeeze-O-Turn Series HSH Shaft Handlers Rolls of varying dimensions, weights up to 300-lbs (depending on roll size), can be picked up from the vertical position at floor/pallet level and deposited at random heights in a horizontal position. Product handling is accomplished with a gentle, controllable force with the Squeeze-O- Turn arms holding the product(s) in place during lifting, transport and rotation. Custom tooling is available as an option to ensure the handler is equipped with the capabilities to do exactly what you need it to do and improve production floor. Capacities up to 2,200 lbs. HRC Series HRC portable hydraulic powered roll handling carts make lifting and transporting rolls with weights to 1100 lbs. (150 kg) safe and easy. Vacuum Roll Handling We have a number of Vacuum Lifting Roll Handling Solutions Designed specifically for your product. MRT Series The unit is supported by a hoist and allows operators to load or unload the rolls onto a machine spindle and to/ from a roll cart or table. ERT Series The ERT-Series Electric Roll Turners are best used for applications with narrow, medium weight rolls of consistent width or minimal variation / Series These products provide expanded flexibility in equipment selection to better fill your ergonomic lifting requirements. S Series Drum Handling We offer numerous options for shops large and small for drum weights to 400 kg (880 lbs.) Features include: frontal or side tipping, fully powered electric tipper, stainless steel for corrosive environments, manually attached and tightened clamp. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 22

23 Squeeze-O-Turn Series MOBI-Crane II PV Series MOBI-Crane II M Series Rotacaster Series This series assists in providing load handling for lifting and rotating rolls, barrels, drums, buckets and boxes. The PV Series MOBI- Crane II provides for the mechanical lifting and lowering of loads while utilizing plant air to generate a vacuum for gripping load. The M Series MOBI-Crane II provides for the mechanical lifting and lowering of loads by cable. The revolutionary, award winning design of Rotatruck Self Supporting Hand Trolleys specifically addresses issues of hand trolley use that often result in workplace injury. TR-SL Series TRT Series Articulating Jib Cranes Workstation Jib Cranes Our Lift/Tilt Tables provide a reliable solution for lifting and tilting loads up to 4000 lbs. The TRT Series Tilt Tables are ideal for tilting loads between 1000 lbs. and 6000 lbs. Standard tilt angle is 0-45 degrees. Articulating Jib Cranes offer a material handling solution for applications moving around beams, corners, reaching under or into machinery. Workstation Jib Cranes work best for light capacities yet offer the same benefits as a Freestanding Jib Crane. Jib Crane. To learn more about how our expert services and reliable products can turn your vision into a reality, give us a call. Our professional and experienced Material Handling Specialists are here to help! Mech Rail Series Powerdrive Mechbelt (800) The Mechrail rail system assortment consists of different sizes and configurations of extruded aluminum profiles. Powerdrive is an electric drive unit for Mechrail, integrated in the rail system trolleys. The driving speed is controlled by a VFD controller and joystick. The Mechbelt is a belt driven linear unit for 1, 2 or 3 axis, linear drive movements up to a length of 14 meters, in both horizontal and vertical directions. visit (800) info@liftsafeinspections.com Page 23

24 R&D Ergo Ltd. 306 Darrell Drive Ayr, Ontario N0B 1E0 TF: (800) T: (519) F: (519) E: W: