From May 31st to June 3rd 2016 CeMAT - the world's leading fair for intralogistics and supply chain management - will open its doors to a trade audience from around the globe. Under the EXPO canopy (pavilions 33 and 34) Jungheinrich, one of the world's leading providers of material handling, warehousing and material flow equipment, will showcase numerous innovations and refinements from the world of intralogistics at the Hanover-based event.

For Jungheinrich, the CeMAT fair in the German city of Hanover is traditionally the most important exhibition, serving as an international launching pad for new innovations. This year under the EXPO canopy (pavilions 33 and 34) and under the tagline “Connecting with Your Business”, the Hamburg-based company is presenting innovative technologies, leading-edge products, efficient systems and flexible solutions for streamlining internal logistics processes to an international audience.

Jungheinrich highlights at CeMAT 2016 include:

A new unmistakable, distinctive design

Jungheinrich easyPILOT control for significantly improved order picking performance

The EKX Series 4 narrow-aisle stackers, featuring new motor technology and vibration damping

The world's shortest universal stacker - the EMD 115i, featuring lithium-ion technology

Diesel and LPG powered stackers for handling up to 5 tonnes in extreme conditions

New design concept for Jungheinrich products

Design is about more than just the outward appearance of a product. It is the face of an enterprise, a component of its success and a visual expression of quality and innovativeness. Jungheinrich has redefined the design concept of its vehicles to create an unmistakable product design for the future. This new, award-winning design visually epitomises the engineering and ergonomic quality of the company's products.

At the beginning of 2016 Jungheinrich introduced a new Jungheinrich grey to complement the well-known Jungheinrich yellow. Beginning in 2016 all new models will have a sleeker design, with the operating functions and model markings emphasised in a distinctive accent green.

Passive and active lighting elements can be functionally integrated with the new, brand-typical appearance of the vehicles, leading to enhanced workplace safety and an instantly recognisable overall design.

easyPILOT control for significantly enhanced picking performance

Jungheinrich has developed a new assistance/remote system to support manual order processing using ECE horizontal order pickers. This semi-automatic solution is based on a novel remote control device that can be worn on a belt or in trouser or jacket pockets. Simply tapping the remote control sets the truck in motion. In remote mode the vehicle automatically moves in unison with the driver and stops when the driver taps the remote control or a pre-set path has been travelled. This not only frees up the driver's hands for order picking, but also saves time, because the driver no longer needs to continually climb on and off the truck.

Equipped with two laser scanners in the direction of travel and laser navigation, the ECE moves safely and parallel to the racking, reliably identifying obstacles and automatically coming to a stop. The Jungheinrich easyPILOT can be optimally combined with pick-by-voice systems, resulting in a significant improvement in order picking performance while simultaneously making the driver's job easier.

World's shortest universal truck - the EMD 115i, featuring lithium-ion technology

At CeMAT 2011 Jungheinrich was the first manufacturer to unveil a mass-produced lithium-ion truck, and in 2014 Jungheinrich followed suit with a new generation of in-house-developed lithium-ion batteries which require just a 30-minute charging cycle to be ready for a full shift - a quantum leap in energy storage technology. 2016 sees a continuation of this successful R&D tradition with the market launch of more series production trucks featuring lithium-ion technology. These include the EMD 115i high-lift truck with a load capacity of 1,500 kg. The built-in charging device ensures quick and easy charging of the briefcase-shaped,14-kilogramme 40 Ah battery. Designed for use in retail and warehouse settings, the truck embodies Jungheinrich's new design concept, which is characterised by an extremely compact look and a very small turning radius.

As a general rule, industrial trucks equipped lithium-ion technology consume 30 percent less energy than forklifts running on lead-acid batteries. The lifespan of lithium-ion energy storage systems is about three times as long compared with conventional energy storage technology. In addition, the discharge level for lithium-ion batteries is considerably lower. While about 80 percent of the energy is available in conventional lead-acid batteries, for lithium-ion batteries the figure is around 90 percent. In conjunction with the associated higher voltage level this means more power for the same capacity rating. In the context of declining prices for lithium-ion cells on the global market, this translates into even further cost reductions.

Narrow aisle truck features new motor technology and vibration damping

In December 2015 Jungheinrich launched the new Series 5 of the EKX narrow aisle stacker. Just in time for CeMAT 2016, Jungheinrich is now replacing the Series 4 stackers with a new model. The new electric order picker/tri-lateral stacker, aka combi stacker, lifts loads of up to 1,000 kilogrammes and reaches heights of up to 10.5 metres. The intelligent, lightweight design, the use of newly developed synchronous reluctance motors - especially in conjunction with energy recovery through regenerative braking and lowering - as well as efficient energy management result in very low energy consumption. Even in two-shift operation this makes changing batteries, charging stations and expensive equipment redundant as well as eliminating the labour costs for replacing batteries. Jungheinrich backs up its promise with its 2Shifts1Charge warranty. If a battery doesn't last for full two shifts, Jungheinrich provides a second battery for free. Another innovation, one that was first introduced with the EKX 514-516 model, is the optional Floor Pro power module for vibration damping, improved performance and extra safety on uneven floors. This means the EKX 4 runs more quietly even on sub-optimal floor surfaces and at up to 30 percent higher speeds.

Diesel/LPG truck handles up to 5 tonnes in extreme conditions

At CeMAT 2016 Jungheinrich is presenting a new Series 5 IC-powered counterbalance truck with hydrodynamic drive. The DFG/TFG 540-S50 extends the company's truck portfolio to include the 4 tonne, 4.5 tonne and 5 tonne payload capacity classes. These hydrodynamic drive forklifts are equipped with high-quality, extremely durable components, making these trucks ideal for operating in extreme conditions in different climate zones. Essential core structural elements, such as the mast, the frame and the steering axle, are manufactured in the Moosburg plant. Thanks to the high-quality, robust parts, the wear-free wet disc brakes and the good access to the motor compartment, maintenance of the entire vehicle is quick, easy and inexpensive. The enhanced visibility characteristics of the design and the new compact mast mean the driver has an ideal all-round view and improved forward vision, making it fast, safe and convenient to handle loads.

About Jungheinrich

Jungheinrich ranks among the world's leading companies in the material handling equipment, warehousing and material flow engineering sectors. The company is an intralogistics service and solution provider with manufacturing operations, which offers its customers a comprehensive range of forklift trucks, logistics systems, services and advice. Jungheinrich shares are traded on all German stock exchanges.