What are the common safety considerations for a tote bin lift?

Safety features typically include automatic safety latches, emergency stop buttons, and 'hold to run' controls. Guarding around the lift mechanism is often required to meet PUWER regulations.

Can this type of lift be integrated into an existing production line?

Yes, these lifts are designed for integration. They can be positioned to feed into mixers, hoppers, or conveyors, and their controls can often be interlocked with other machinery.

What maintenance is typically required for a tote bin platform lift?

Routine maintenance commonly involves checking the lift chain for wear, lubricating moving parts, inspecting electrical connections, and verifying the function of safety devices. Regular cleaning is also essential in food environments.

Is this equipment suitable for washdown environments?

Units constructed from Grade 304 stainless steel with IP65 rated control panels are typically designed to withstand regular washdown procedures common in food processing facilities.

What is a 'hold to run' control principle?

This means the operator must continuously press and hold the 'Up' or 'Down' button for the lift to operate. Releasing the button immediately stops the lift, enhancing operator safety.

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Tote Bin Platform Lift

Name: Tote Bin Platform Lift
SKU: PLM/400/1230/B
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PLM/400/1230/B Single Pillar Tote Bin Platform Lift

This Tote Bin Platform Lift was fitted with a 900 x 900mm lift platform to accept a 300 Litre Eurobin and lifted to a height of 1230mm to feed onto a platform. The lift platform was fitted with a hinged ramp at the lower level which allowed the bin to be loaded onto the platform. At the upper level there was a landing plate to bridge the gap from the lift carriage to the platform.

The Tote Bin Platform Lift is manufactured from Grade 304 stainless steel, is a welded construction throughout and is designed to be bolted to the floor. The lifting is achieved by a 1” Simplex chain driven by a motor gearbox mounted at the top of the main column. The unguarded Tote Bin Platform Lift is fitted with our unique safety latch which engages automatically in the extremely unlikely event of a lift chain failure.

Tote Bin Platform Lift Electrical Control

This Tote Bin Platform Lift is fitted with an IP65 Stainless Steel Control Panel which is mounted on the main column at a convenient position to give good maintenance access under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulation 1998 (PUWER). Upper and Lower end of travel limit switches are positioned to prevent inadvertent adjustment or damage but are easily adjustable by trained personnel for fine adjustment on site. The unguarded Tote Bin Platform Lift operates on a ‘hold to run’ principle such that the ‘Up’ or ‘Down’ pushbuttons must be held for the Tote Bin Platform Lift to operate. As soon as either button is released, the Tote Bin Platform Lift will stop.

Once a bin is loaded onto the lift platform, a hinged gate must be closed and latched which will make a magnetic switch allowing the Tote Bin Platform Lift to operate. At the upper level the existing hinged gate and interlock will be used and we will make provision within the control panel for the interlock to be connected.

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Description

Single Pillar Tote Bin Platform Lift

Model No.

PLM/400/1230/B

Safe Working Load

400 Kgs

Lift Height

1230mm

Overall Height

2523mm

Machine Handing

Left Hand

Maximum Headroom

3000mm

Container Description

300 Litre Tote Bin

Base Arrangement

Base Frame Bolted To The Floor

Control Circuit

24Vac

Electrical Rating

IP65

Limit Switches

Telemecanique

Motor Detail

0.75kW, 415V, 3 PHASE, 50 CYCLE c/w BRAKE

Gearbox Detail

SEW Eurodrive

Output R.P.M

28 R.P.M.

Ratio

50:1

Load/Lift/Tension Chain

1" Simplex

Tensile Strength

6000 Kgs

Lift Speed

6.4 Meters/Minute

Stock Number

PLM/400/1230/B

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Typical context for this category of equipment. Always confirm specifics with the seller.

Applications & Use Cases

Transferring ingredients from Eurobins to mixers or processing lines.
Loading raw materials into hoppers or conveyors at elevated heights.
Feeding product into packaging machinery or inspection systems.
Moving waste bins to disposal chutes or compactors.
Integrating with automated production lines for material handling.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity: Designed to lift standard 200 or 300 Litre Eurobins, commonly up to 250-300 kg.
Lift height: For this class of equipment, lift heights typically range from 1.2m to 3m, depending on application.
Construction material: Units for food processing are typically manufactured from Grade 304 stainless steel for hygiene and corrosion resistance.
Power supply: Commonly 3-phase electrical supply, such as 400V, 50Hz, with a motor gearbox drive.
Control system: Typically features an IP65 rated control panel, often with 'hold to run' operation and safety limit switches.
Safety features: Units commonly include safety latches to prevent platform drop in case of chain failure, and emergency stops.
Footprint: The base footprint is typically compact, designed to be bolted to the floor for stability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Safety features typically include automatic safety latches, emergency stop buttons, and 'hold to run' controls. Guarding around the lift mechanism is often required to meet PUWER regulations.

Machinery Masters Intelligence. General guidance for this category of equipment only, not a substitute for the seller's exact specifications. Always confirm details with the seller.