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Avnix Open Sided Forklift Hoppers are perfect for the material handling industry.  Our open sided hopper is built with a steel construction for strength and durability. The open sides offer an ergonomic answer to transporting and unloading big amounts of extra-large objects.  Our hopper mechanically dumps when bumper release contacts the side of the trash dumpster.  Hopper attachment returns to an upright and locked position automatically after it discharges its contents. Hopper attachment also includes a cable that may be operated from the cab of the forklift truck to hand dump the hopper. Usable fork pockets are 7-1/2″W x 2-1/2″H on 18″ centers. Estimated capacity is 1 cubic yards. Must be attached to fork truck when dumping.

Self dumping hoppers are built to fit both standard mast and extendable reach forklifts.  Each hopper features a pocket base that can house forks up to 10” wide and 2 ½” thick.  Avnix self-dumping open sided hoppers are commercial grade units built to withstand continual wear and tear in a quick-paced, heavy duty industrial setting.  contrasting cheaper units made from thin sheet metal, our hoppers are made of ¼” and 3/16” steel plate.  This makes them ideal for removing large objects like plaster board, lumber, particle board, and other debris. Cleanup workers save a lot of time and money when they use self-dumping hoppers for any and all everyday jobs related to moving large objects or trash from the building site to the dumpster.  The ease of attaching a self dump hopper to a forklift in a few minutes reduces the time it takes to clean up the job site by the end of the day, and it will minimize the danger of injury when workers have to physically take debris to the dumpster.

Avnix self-dumping hoppers are designed with a number of typical features that make them multipurpose and long lasting.  Each hopper is comes with a safety lock that stops the hopper from inadvertently dumping its load when it is tossed around in route over rugged terrain.  Self-dumping hoppers also have a rope release that lets the forklift driver to release the hopper contents when it is elevated.  The same rope lets a employee on the ground to empty the unit if required.  Balance and smooth operation are maintained with a safety chain that locks the hopper to the forklift and keeps it from sliding off the forks.  A grab hook keeps the chain out of the way when it is not in use.