Aluminum Air Planks
Move & Position
Aluminum Air Planks
Air Plank systems allow for the safe, nearly frictionless movement of large loads or machinery. Aluminum Air Planks are available in capacities up to 75,000 lbs. per set of two planks, and are available in lengths up to 144 inches. Manufactured from extruded aluminum, these planks are durable, lightweight and built for years of trouble-free operation. Airfloat systems are designed to compete - on price and performance - with systems and solutions that are far less flexible, including heavy-duty casters and rollers.
| Model No. | Capacity (lbs) | Length (in) | Width (in) | Height (in) | Average Flow (cfm) | Supply Line Size (in) | Minimum Lift (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
AF04012 |
18,000 |
144 |
18.25 |
2.25 |
32.4 |
0.75 |
1/16″ |
|
AF04017 |
37,500 |
144 |
21 |
2.25 |
48 |
0.75 |
5/16″ |
|
AF04020 |
49,500 |
144 |
24 |
2.25 |
54 |
0.75 |
5/16″ |
|
AF04024 |
75,000 |
144 |
28 |
2.25 |
66 |
0.75 |
11/16″ |
| Model No. | Capacity (lbs) | Length (in) | Width (in) | Height (in) | Average Flow (cfm) | Supply Line Size (in) | Minimum Lift (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
AF04012 |
27,000 |
144 |
18.25 |
2.25 |
32.4 |
0.75 |
1/16″ |
|
AF04017 |
56,000 |
144 |
21 |
2.25 |
48 |
0.75 |
5/16″ |
|
AF04020 |
74,000 |
144 |
24 |
2.25 |
54 |
0.75 |
5/16″ |
|
AF04024 |
112,500 |
144 |
28 |
2.25 |
66 |
0.75 |
11/16″ |
| Model No. | Description |
|---|---|
|
AF04-DP |
Control Pendant – Handheld Deadman Pendant |
|
AF04-SP |
Storage Pallet – Forkable pallet capable of holding up to 9 planks and 3 control units |
|
AF04-RC |
Roll Chucks – Chucks added to the planks to help transport cylindrical objects |
|
AF04-LT |
Locating Tabs – Tabs welded in position per customer request to help locate a workpiece |
|
AF04-LR |
Loading Ramps – Ramps added to the ends of the plank to help load wheeled vehicles |
|
AF04-RH |
Removable Handles – A removable handle to help move the load |
|
AF04-SH |
Strap Handles – Top mounted handles to simplify transportation of a plank |
Move Industrial Loads With Air
Features
Lightweight
Aluminum
We use extruded aluminum to construct our Air Planks, creating a product that’s lightweight and easy for two people to set up quickly or move from station to station. The Aluminum Air Planks are easily stackable for storage or movement via forklift when on our optional cart.
Easy
Maintenance
Uh oh - the unthinkable has happened. The Air Caster under your Aluminum Air Plank has ripped due to some debris on the floor. We’ve designed our Planks to be easy to repair with slide-out trays to replace the Air Caster without removing the load - leading to minimal downtime and a quick turnaround to get back to moving heavy loads.
Protect
Your Floors
There’s no need to worry about cutting concrete or other flooring conditions. The load is simply spread across the entire Aluminum Air Planks and floated on a thin film of air throughout your facility. UHMW pads on the bottom of the planks protect your floors from scratches and scrapes when the Planks are deflated.
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The Technology of Air
We exist to create material handling solutions for moving and positioning heavy and difficult to position loads with low friction, omnidirectional movement. The Air Caster is a pneumatic device that forms a lubricating film of air between the load and floor surface, similar in principle to a hovercraft or an air hockey table. We provide material handling products and solutions for heavy loads when frictionless, omnidirectional movement is critical.
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Frequently asked questions
Will air casters work on my floor?
Many people believe a perfect floor, polished to a mirror finish, is required in order to use air caster technology. Most Airfloat equipment is designed to operate on machine-troweled concrete. However, the floor does need to be reasonably flat and level. Call 800-888-0018 today to speak with an application engineer to discuss if your floors are up to par for air caster technology to function efficiently.
What are the air requirements?
Most plant air systems and adequate pressure (usually over 80 psi) for air caster technology. However, make sure the airflow is strong enough for the equipment you’re looking into. The required air consumption for the efficient operation of air casters is 3 SCFM per foot of air bearing perimeter.
In what sizes are Airfloat air skids available?
Airfloat Air Skids range in size from 10 inches to 54 inches, with single-skid capacity from 500 pounds to 60,000 pounds per skid. Custom sizes are also available.
