The ESR 5000 Series is a full range of electric, side-sit reach trucks that achieve new levels of productivity, comfort and robustness for the most demanding warehouses and distribution centers.  Numerous industry-first innovations give operators an extra advantage for nearly every task.  A new super-duty mast can now lift a fully loaded pallet up to 12 meters (39.4 feet) high.  All models now offer a low step for easy on/off, and fully adjustable seating and controls for operators.  The all-new new S-Class vehicle establishes a new benchmark in operator comfort with a 30° rotating MoveSeat™ and a FlexBack™ reclining seat.  The new, patented battery shape provides 40% more legroom, and the MoveSeat™ greatly reduces upper body twisting.  A patented angled overhead guard also substantially increases upward visibility.

“Strong product strategy and user research, combined with elegant and practical design solutions, has created a very accessible and effective vehicle. There are several details that demonstrate a solid understanding of the various workflows and user needs–creating a safe and usable ‘workspace’ for the driver, providing more visibility, simple user interface controls, and visual cues on the truck for safer driving. I’m just sorry we didn’t get to try it out…looks fun to drive!”  –Isabel Ancona

Contact:Craig Rekow: [email protected]

Credit: Jim Kraimer, IDSA, Craig Rekow, IDSA, Christoph Babel, Adam Ruppert, IDSA and Ben Purrenhage, IDSA of Crown Equipment Corporation and Robert Hensha, IDSA and Mark Londborg of Formation Design Group for Crown Equipment Corp.