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Transport with Efficiency with Akro-Mils Mobile Storage & Organization Products

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 14, 2006, Akron, Ohio— Akro-Mils announces new offerings in its line of storage and transport items, which complement its complete selection of plastic reusable material handling products. New mobile storage and organization products include:

Super-Size AkroBin® Carts are  Ideal for work-in-process systems and to speed assembly operations, Super-Size AkroBin Carts easily organize bulky components in six-bin, nine-bin, and twelve-bin configurations. Welded cart frames, made from durable, powder-coated, 11-gauge steel, assure smooth, secure transport of up to 1,500 pounds. All carts feature bolt-on, 5” x 2” polyolefin caster – two swivel with locks, and two rigid. Super-Size AkroBins are sold separately.

Double-Sided Cross-Stack Tub Rack  works with Cross-Stack Akro-Tubs to easily load and transport stock items and inventory goods. The Double-Sided Cross-Stack Tub Rack features angled shelves that tilt Cross-Stack Akro-Tubs (sold separately) for easy access and product identification. The durable, powder-coated frame, 49” L x 28-1/2” W x 59” H, is constructed of 12-gauge steel. A full bottom shelf ensures strength and stability. Casters are 5” x 2” moldon rubber – two swivel with locks and two rigid.

AkroBin® Shelf Rack . A stationary AkroBin system for in-house organization in assembly areas and picking stations. Made from heavy-gauge, powder-coated steel, the durable AkroBin Shelf Rack is built for lasting performance and features twelve 17” wide x 7.5” tall compartments, configured to hold twelve 30240 and six 30250 AkroBins (sold separately).

All-Steel Work Height Platform Trucks . Ideal for assembly operations, pulling stock, and other heavy tasks. Available in fixed or adjustable heights, powder-coated All-Steel Work Height Platform Trucks reduce the strain of lifting and bending. An optional expanded metal lower shelf makes for easy storage. Available from 24” L x 48” W to 30” L x 60” W, Work Height Platform Trucks also offer deck options in hardwood or structural foam.

Pallet & Bulk Box Tugger Cart  works with a tugger to easily move 40” x 48” bulk boxes and pallets. The Pallet & Bulk Box Tugger Cart features durable, powder-coated, welded construction with raised corners that keep box from shifting and permit fork entry. A heavy-duty manual hitch (female) and 1” diameter pin allow coupling of multiple units to tugger. The Tugger Cart also features 8” Carlisle pneumatic casters – two swivel and two rigid.

Bin Cabinet Accessories . Easily convert large bin cabinets to mobile units. The Heavy-Duty Tubular Push Handle is welded to a 13-gauge powder-coated steel mounting plate, which is easily installed on the side of Akro-Mils bin cabinets. Bin Cabinet Dollies feature a solid, powder-coated steel deck with a 1.25" lip with welded corners. Available in 18" x 36" or 24" x 36", both sizes have bolt-on swivel casters with two wheel locks.

Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Akro-Mils, a Myers Industries, Inc. company (NYSE: MYE), is a leading manufacturer of plastic and metal storage, organization, transport, and material handling products for use in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets. For more information or to request a new catalog, contact Akro-Mils at (800) 253-2467, or fax (330) 761-6348.

Akro-Mils Contact:
Ken Torisky
Communications Manager
330-761-6323