The paper production industry is one that makes great use of forklift equipment in specialized ways. Moving tons of paper rolls daily requires machines and further unique attachments that can get the job done. Often rolls are at least 1 meter in diameter therefore requiring a robust forklift with powerful roll clamps to safely transport these materials. Read on to see why the type of machine you select, and the quality of equipment serves best for paper production.

Picking the Right Machine

When operating in paper production factories, forklifts are subject to tough conditions with fiber dust and long operation. We know it’s important to keep things up and running so a reliable and quality option is necessary as should a forklift stop, so will production. Machines from Linde can provide greater value in paper production with premium machinery utilizing hydrostatic transmissions which can provide both reliability and a smooth operation process. Having a smooth drive with the hydrostatic system versus a traditional transmission mechanism means carrying heavy paper rolls with greater delicate start & stopping drive. Additionally, with many operations being indoors, the contribution of machines towards heat and air pollution is reduced with electric models of forklifts.

Currently over a dozen Linde forklifts are staffed in Barcelona by Cartonboard that take advantage of key safety features for the industry such as integrated particle filters, cyclone separators, microfilters in hydraulic systems and more that are directly valuable for this industry!

Getting the Attachments You Need

With the carrying of paper rolls, specialized attachments are valuable to move the materials of unique shape. Standard attachments can be used in the paper production industry like sideshifters, forks and others but there are also specific paper production relevant attachments available. These clamps can be used in & outdoor conditions with rolls locked into transport across warehouses or work yards.

The use of rotating or non-rotating clamps is important for safe transport of the rolls weighing several tons without damaging the paper in movement. It’s estimated that a value of approximately $1.7bn is lost to damaged material worldwide each year due to improper handling or equipment.

Roll clamps come in varied shapes and sizes depending on the weight, size, & density requirements of the paper in production. With some systems, damage can be prevented by ensuring the appropriate level of pressure for handling or using automated control systems that can register the weight of the roll in question. Product transporters can easier use traditional forklift forks to move organized pallets and boxes of produced paper.

Where mass production is in process and machines need to carry beyond one roll at a time, the option of heavy-duty forklifts can provide an avenue to carry multiple rolls with a multi-roll attachment available for select machines.

Roll Into Productivity with Williams Machinery

As always, our knowledgeable and friendly staff are more than happy to help you decide what kind of forklift or equipment and attachment options are best for your needs. We carry a wide range of premium equipment including Linde, Clark, & Bobcat machines. Contact us or use our live chat to find out more about these offerings or alternative choices for your requirements.