MATERIALS HANDLING
T
he Taylor range of materials handling
equipment, distributed exclusively in
South Africa by BLT SA, encompasses
the TXLS series log stackers, designed to
efficiently handle a full log load, from truck
or rail, in a single pass.
“These robust log stackers, used for loading,
stacking, transporting and unloading heavy
logs, offer improved productivity and safety,
as well as fuel efficiency, reduced exhausted
emissions and low maintenance require-
ments,” says Charity Gumede, marketing
director, BLT SA. “There are three models in
the TXLS range – TXLS-800, TXLS-900 and
TXLS-1000 – which are built on an all weld-
ed, high strength steel chassis and frame,
with heavy duty drive and steer axles
“The key focus in the design of these ma-
chines has been on the production of high
performance log stackers that offer the for-
estry and timber sector efficient duty cycles,
low operating costs, extended service life
and improved operator safety and comfort.”
Taylor TXLS-800, TXLS-900 and TXLS-1000
models have rated lift capacities of 36 288 kg,
40 824 kg and 45 360 kg respectively.
These log stackers are fitted with Tier III
turbocharged diesel engines, with low emis-
sions and efficient fuel economy. Standard
engine features include a fuel/water sep-
arator, a high capacity cooling system for
operation in all environments and engine/
transmission protection systems.
Lower fan and engine speeds reduce noise
levels during operation and a built-in shut
down system for the engine and transmis-
sion (high coolant temperature and low oil
pressure) is standard. A high performance
non-metallic pusher fan blows dust and de-
bris away from the operator.
The transmission for the TXLS series is a
remote mounted, 3-speed, fully reversing,
modulated powershift system. An operator
controlled electric declutch feature enables
precise vehicle position control and full di-
rectional modulation ensures soft directional
changes. There is a separate air to oil trans-
mission cooler and a remote mounted filter
BLT SA offers specialised
LOG STACKERS FROM TAYLOR
reduces oil spills. This series is fitted with a
large capacity heavy gauge steel wall fuel
tank with an integral strainer. The hydraulic
tank, which promotes system cooling, has
full flow in-tank return filtration.
Standard Taylor ULTRA-VU rigid masts are
designed for clear visibility for the opera-
tor. There is pressure compensated lower-
ing control for near equal lowering speed,
whether the stacker is empty or loaded. A
mast tilt angle indicator is standard and a tilt
lock control valve is fitted to prevent mast
twist. An additional forward mast tilt allows
the high-reach stacking of logs.
This series has been designed for easy main-
tenance procedures to reduce downtime. An
electronic diagnostic and maintenance mon-
itor on the engine has a fault code history for
fast problem location. The mast pivot hous-
ing is a two piece bolt-on structure for easy
and safe service removal.
For enhanced comfort and safety, the opera-
tor’s station mounted is in an offset position
for greater visibility over centre mounted ma-
chines. Other new ergonomically designed
features include fingertip full hydrostatic
steering, an air suspension seat for reduced
vibration and a tilt steering wheel and hinge
down instrument panel. Anti slip steps and
handrails ensure safe three- point mounting
and dismounting
Other standard safety features are forward
and reverse motion alarms, a high mount-
ed tilt cylinder for mast stability, a manual
lowering valve system in case of emergency
and dual flow control valves that prevent the
load from failing. The parking brake, which
doubles as an operator controlled emer-
gency brake, has a brake saver system that
prevents the operator from driving through
parking brakes.
Optional accessories for the TXLS series
include rail car clamps, log pushers and a
carriage hold down feature.
BLT SA supports the Taylor range of log
stackers, loaded and empty container han-
dlers, rough terrain forklifts and reach stack-
ers, with a technical advisory, support and
spare parts service in South Africa.
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MARCH 2015
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