POY Finalist: Forklift bumpers
Finalist in Manual Material Handling in Plant Engineering’s 2011 Product of the Year competition
Edited by Gust Gianos, Plant Engineering
Safe-Bump 
is a bumper that attaches to any forklift via magnets and very strong 3M VHB tape. Originally designed to be placed on the forks to prevent product damage, it was also found to be effective in preventing costly damage to the truck and facilities when attached to the counterweight.
These PVC plastic bumpers attach easily and have a long service life. The Safe-Bump’s unique design allows it to bend 90 degrees so it can fit around counterweights. All the required materials are included to attach the Safe-Bump anywhere on the forklift.
Liftow Ltd.
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