Hazard labeling

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Hazard labeling is a labeling method used to identify various types of lift trucks. Lift trucks used in areas containing explosive or flammable materials have been classified by UL and ANSI/ASME based on their safety specifications. Trucks are also often categorized by class.

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Electric Trucks

Type E

Type E are electric trucks that have minimum safeguards against fire and electrical hazards. These trucks are not acceptable for use in hazardous environments.

Type EE

Type EE are electric trucks that meet the same requirements as type E trucks and have enclosures over spark-producing components. These trucks can be used in hazardous environments, but still have the potential for danger in flammable conditions.

Type EX

Type EX trucks are electrical trucks that meet the same requirements as types E and EE and are specifically tested for use in explosive and hazardous environments.

Internal Combustion Trucks

Type G

Type G trucks are gasoline trucks that meet the minimum requirements for internal combustion trucks. They have safeguards against gas leakage and should not be used in hazardous environments.

Type GS

Type GS trucks are gasoline trucks with additional safeguards for electrical units, fuel components and the exhaust system. These lifts can be used in certain hazardous conditions.

Types LP, LPS, D, DS and DY

These trucks are all limited to the same general applications as types E and EE trucks.[1]

References

  1. http://www.liftomatic.com/solutions/truck_classifica.htm
  2. http://www.liftsrus.com/InfoDocs/Glossary.html

Spec Sheets

Click the following links to view spec sheets about trucks with EE ratings.

News to Use

Click the following links to view news to use about trucks with EE ratings.