Heavy-Duty Ergologistic Solutions from Dane Technologies
The PowerPal and, M3i, and QuicKLEEN Series of Dane power-assist devices are designed to seamlessly integrate into your workplace and effectively eliminate risks associated with industrial material handling, making your employees more productive and protecting them from strain-related injuries. Leading manufacturers rely on our solutions to move sub-assemblies, safely and efficiently transport materials, and respond quickly to clean-up events. State of the art technology integrated with easy to use controls make the The PowerPal, M3i and QuicKLEEN series the ultimate solutions for moving increasing safety and productivity in the manufacturing workplace.
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Strategic Challenges for Manufacturing
Global Competition
By 2025, 1.8 billion people are expected to enter the global consuming class. Manufacturers are racing to keep up with this growing group; between 2000 and 2010 value added from manufacturing grew from $5.7 trillion to $7.5 trillion (in 2000 dollars). However, manufacturers are faced with competition in producing the goods that these people will consume. Competitive advantage through outsourcing is being reduced by growing rates of pay in developing countries, combined with a shrinking manufacturing jobs sector in developed countries. Meanwhile, the prices for all major commodities are projected to increase 30%-80% by 2025. Manufacturing leaders looking to the future will need to find new ways to gain competitive advantage through cutting costs, increasing productivity from existing assets, and adopting new technologies that will increase productivity and deliver a positive return on investment.
- During the period from 2000 to 2008, manufacturing wages in developing countries grew 7.1 to 7.8 percent in Asia, 4.6-6.6 percent in Central and Eastern European countries, and 2-4 percent in Latin America. By comparison, wages in the U.S. have decreased 2.2 percent since 2005.
- Today, 16 percent of global GDP comes from manufacturing
Aging Workforce
The average age of manufacturing employees is over 50 in developed countries. With age comes increased risk of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD), work-related injury, and workplace fatigue. In the United States alone, musculoskeletal disorders represent over $100 million in annual direct compensation costs to manufacturing industry employers, and indirect costs frequently amount to an additional 1.1-4 times the direct cost. Workers above age 45 are 1.25-2 times as likely to suffer lost-work injuries due to MSD’s than those younger than 30, and workers above age 50 require on average twice as many days away from work to recover from injury than workers below 30. Maintaining a competitive space in the global manufacturing environment requires leveraging new methods and technologies to reduce the costs of preventable injuries while improving productivity.
Rates of Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) Increase with Age
Age Group |
Average (MSD) Rates (per 10,000 FTE): |
All Workers |
36.1 |
Age 45-54* |
41.7 |
Age 25-34 |
33.0 |
Age 20-24 |
28.3 |
Age 16-19 |
19.3 |
Distortion occurs in MSD rates for individuals 55-64 because average retirement age is 58
- 11 million manufacturing workers in the U.S.
- Average Rate of MSD (0.0036) * 11 million people = 39,600 incidences/yr
- 39,600 incidences * 9 days (avg. time lost) * 8 (hours/day) = 2,851,200 hours/yr
- 2,851,200 * $35.67 (avg. direct compensation/hr) = Direct Cost of MSD’s = $101,702,304/yr
Safer Workplaces, Better Business
Financial decision-makers perceive a $4.40 return for every $1 invested in workplace safety. This financial return is further enhanced when these solutions also increase workplace productivity. We are experts in ergologistics, combining workplace ergonomics with transportation logistics. Our manufacturing clients use our solutions to move sub-assemblies, transport raw materials, quickly respond to cleanup events, position equipment and carts, and much more. Our solutions are designed to mobilize your workforce, and deliver the outstanding safety and productivity returns to manufacturing environments.
- Ergonomically designed power assist devices safely move 3- and 4-ton loads while reducing strain and risk to staff & employees
- Our portfolio of patented technologies deliver the most advanced safety and design features in the power-assist industry
- Our quality designed solutions deliver the lowest life cycle cost & greatest ROI of any in-class competitor
PowerPal Series
Originally developed for moving medical equipment and supplies through hospitals, the PowerPal series delivers the same productivity returns in maneuverability and safety at an industrial capacity in warehouses and logistics environments. Compact ergonomic design and dual-mode tiller steering allow nearly everyone to move heavy loads safely and easily. A wide variety of hitching options make moving almost any wheeled cart or container possible.
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PowerPal 1000
The PowerPal 1000 is designed to be used in healthcare and professional settings where moving heavy equipment, materials, and case carts presents a risk to staff, yet large machines are unsuitable. We combined a 0.6 HP motor with a highly maneuverable platform and a whisper-quiet battery-powered drive, to produce a power-assist device that is perfectly suited for increasing safety and productivity in a variety of settings while easily navigating tight spaces.
Quick Facts:
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UL-Certified to 583 ES
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7,000 lb (3,187 kg) capacity
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Operating environment within narrow hallways
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Non-industrial integrate into professional environment
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Ergonomic Throttle
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Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking & Throttle Safety Control
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PowerPal CM
The PowerPal CM is rated for 18,400 lb (8354 kg) and designed to increase productivity and reduce risk in industrial settings. We combined a 1.28 HP motor with a heavy-duty powder-coated steel body, custom motor and transaxle, and tiller steering with optional dual-mode control to produce a power-assist device that is perfectly suited for increasing safety and productivity in a variety of industrial settings including manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation.
Quick Facts:
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1.28 HP motor; 18,400 lb (8,354 kg) capacity
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Tiller Steering w/Optional Dual Mode
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Multiple battery & Hitch Options
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Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
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Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
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PowerPal CM HD
Powered by a 1.75 HP motor, the PowerPal CM HD is rated for 20,000 lb (9,080 kg). Like the CM, the CM HD is designed to increase productivity and reduce risk in industrial settings. Housed in a heavy-duty powder-coated steel body, the CM HD offers tiller steering with optional dual-mode control and 16 in. knobby-tread tires, and is ergonomically designed to increase safety and productivity in a variety of industrial settings including manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation.
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1.75 HP motor; 20,000 lb (9,080 kg) capacity
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Tiller Steering w/Optional Dual Mode
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Multiple battery & Hitch Options
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Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
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Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
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M3i Series
Designed to push and pull heavy wheeled loads, the M3i Series is a powerful and efficient solution to your business’ industrial moving and handling challenges. Ergonomic design and power-assisted strength give users unprecedented capacity to move heavy wheeled loads safely and easily. The addition of a 5th-wheel hitch upgrade provides the M3i5 and M3i5 HD precise maneuverability ideal for pushing and pulling large loads. A wide variety of hitching options make moving almost any wheeled cart, roll cage, or other container possible.
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M3i & M3i5
The M3i is ergonomically designed to increase capacity and minimize strain to the operator. The M3i platform allows for an optional 5th-wheel hitch package, the M3i5. Combining a 1.28 HP motor rated for pulling capacity of 18,400 lb (8354 kg), a heavy-duty powder coated steel frame, and best in class controls and electronics the M3i and M3i5 deliver maximum control in moving large items and remarkable productivity and safety returns.
Quick Facts
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1.28 HP motor; 18,400 lb (8,354 kg) capacity
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Optional 5th-Wheel Hitch for Maximum Control (M3i5)
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Solid-Swivel Caster Steering
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Multiple battery & Hitch Options
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Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
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Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
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M3i HD
The M3i HD is the heavy-duty upgrade to the M3i. Combining a 1.75 HP motor rated to push/pull 20,000 lb (9,080 kg), a heavy-duty powder coated steel frame, and best in class controls and electronics, the M3i HD offers outstanding safety and productivity gains in a variety of workplaces. The M3i HD also allows for the 5th-wheel hitch package, the M3i5 HD for precise maneuvering of heavy wheeled loads. Ergonomically designed to increase productivity and minimize risk of strain-related injury to the operator, the M3i and M3i5 HD deliver outstanding capacity, maneuverability, and safety in industrial moving applications.
Quick Facts
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1.75 HP motor; 20,000 lb (9,080 kg) capacity
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Optional 5th-Wheel Hitch for Maximum Control (M3i5)
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Solid-Swivel Caster Steering
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Multiple battery & Hitch Options
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Ergonomic Design Prevents Injury
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Advanced Safety Features Including Automatic Dynamic Braking
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The QuicKLEEN
Large industrial, professional, and high-traffic spaces require fast clean-up response times and a workforce capable of managing multiple aspects of facilities maintenance. Introducing the QuicKLEEN, an ergologistic, multipurpose, ride-on janitorial cart. Our multi-modal cleaning platform allows the user dry mop, broom and vacuum large areas, collect trash, distribute cleaning supplies, and carry a mop and bucket. Innovative design features allow these tasks to be completed with unprecedented speed and efficiency. The QuicKLEEN is designed for use in airports and other transportation terminals, gymnasiums, warehouses, factories, schools, malls, and retail outlets. Capable of delivering 50% productivity returns in the commercial cleaning space, the QuicKLEEN enables your workforce to manage multiple tasks quickly and efficiently, while virtually eliminating strain-related injuries, and expanding your labor pool.
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QuicKLEEN
The QuicKLEEN is an ergonomic, multi-modal power assist cleaning platform designed to maximize cleaning efficiency and prevent injury in the workplace. The QuicKLEEN allows janitorial staff to address multiple tasks at once using the torsion-coupled twin dry mop arms, detachable handcart, and optional trailer attachments–increasing efficiency by 50% or more. Patented safety features including Automatic Dynamic Braking and ergonomic design prevent workplace injuries due to accidents or strain.
Quick Facts
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Torsion-coupled twin dry mop arms
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800 lb (363 kg) total capacity
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Safety, Ergonomic, & Advanced Trailer Features
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Forward & Reverse Operation
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Ultra Durable Welded Steel Frame
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