PERIGYN (Pty)Ltd trading as Big Shot Equipment are the sole accredited agents for Manitou Forklifts and Telescopic handlers in the Kwa Zulu Natal Region.

PERIGYN (Pty) Ltd was established in March 2009 in order to enhance the level of service offered to all Manitou customers in the Kwa Zulu Natal region, representing the entire range of Manitou products offered. PERIGYN have a fully equipped workshop at their Pinetown premises and are able offer field service, parts and repairs. PERIGYN is staffed by highly trained personnel with many years experience in the forklift and equipment industry. 

Manitou, the company that originally invented the rough terrain forklift, is now the leading global supplier of Telescopic Handlers & Rough Terrain Forklift Trucks.

With an international track record of more than 40 years, Manitou has established itself as the benchmark manufacturer of quality handling equipment that ranges from Telescopic Handlers, Access Platforms, Rough Terrain Forklifts, Conventional Forklifts, Warehousing Equipment, Piggy Back Forklifts and TLB loaders.

The CD / CG range of diesel and LPG trucks, ranging from 1.8 to 3.5 tons in capacity, has been designed with the emphasis on performance and comfort and combines ergonomic design, modern styling and effective, reliable operation. The range is suitable for utilisation in nearly every industry and can carry and stack diverse loads both in indoor and outdoor applications. The safe and fast operation of the range ensures consistently achievable work cycle time and offers a lifting speed, with load, of 630mm/sec.

Fitted with robust KUBOTA / NISSAN engines, the CD / CG range offers a hydrostatic load sensing steering system and torque converter transmission for optimum use under all ground and load conditions.

The ergonomic design ensures maximum comfort and ease of use for the operator. The comprehensive instrumentation offers a constant visual display of all vital functions and the overhead guard design allows for unrestricted visibility while providing complete driver protection.  The cabin also features a fully adjustable steering column, convenient positioning of hydraulic levers and foot pedals set out in an automotive design.

The presence of a built-in, overload relief valve that protects the system against excessive pressure, ensures maximum load safety at all times. Hydraulic cylinders complete with lowering check valves provide safe, controlled lowering in the unlikely event of loss of hydraulic pressure.The range has also been designed with easy maintenance in mind.  The reinforced, one piece engine cover allows easy access to all mechanical components thus reducing downtime and maintenance costs. The hydraulic and fuel systems are protected by a highly efficient filtration system that protects vital components and ensures top performance and reduced maintenance costs.

Warehousing In its warehousing range of equipment, Manitou offers electric 2 to 5 ton power pallet trucks, 1 to 3 ton stackers, 1.3 to 1.6 ton reach trucks, order pickers, tow tractors and an articulated
reach truck. This comprehensive range of equipment covers the full spectrum of warehousing materials handling requirements.

Access Platforms Manitou also launched a range of self-propelled electrical platforms for  maintenance applications. The MANIACCESS AETJ platform series offers five models and has been designed to emphasise safety, compactness and accessibility.The range complies with amendment A1 of the EN280 standard, providing complete safety during operation. A load control system prevents any inappropriate use of the machine and the rigidity of the various arm sections has been reinforced to provide unparalleled structural stability. The MANIACCESS AETJ range includes a compact version, which is ideal for utilisation in industrial sites where workspaces are often narrow and restricted. Light versions have also been developed where ease of transport is  important.A key feature of the range is versatility. The MANIACCESS models are equipped with a hanging arm with a pivoting cage making it perfectly suited to both industrial maintenance applications and second-fit finishing work. The models are available in several working heights.The range is ergonomically designed for ease of  operation, offers a hanging jib and 3-D option, and is well positioned to meet the dynamic demands of the industry.

It is ideally suited for use in multiple applications including the automotive industry, foundries, construction, event preparation, signage, general industry and logistics.



PERIGYN (PTY) LTD Trading as:
BIG SHOT EQUIPMENT
MANITOU Forklifts & Telescopic Equipment
Material Handling Problems? Call in the Big Shots


12 Stanley Rd Pinetown
Tel: 031 702 2893    Fax: 031 7015264     
P O Box 791 New Germany
e-mail: tom@bigshotequip.co.za 
Website: www.manitou.co.za