New Raymond Basics fork-over stacker designed for nimbleness, affordability

The Raymond Corporation yestereday introduced its latest Raymond Basics offering, the Raymond RBS26-F Stacker. This lithium ion-powered fork-over stacker is compatible with skids, crates, containers, and platforms without bottom boards.

“At Raymond, we’re always looking for options that support the variety of needs that our customers have to efficiently and securely enhance their operation,” stated Mike Distin, product manager of Raymond Basics at The Raymond Corp. “Powered by lithium-ion, the Raymond RBS26-F Stacker delivers the performance operators need to reliably and affordably increase productivity within their operations.”

Raymond is a unit of Toyota Material Handling Inc., which acquired the company in January 2025. It provides integrated automation, telematics, virtual reality, and advanced energy systems. The Greene, N.Y.-based unit claimed that it has engineered its electric forklift trucks to increase efficiency while also supporting sustainability.

What should operators expect from the stacker?

Raymond said its Basics line of products includes user and budget-friendly systems. It includes a lithium-ion motorized pallet truck, a straddle stacker lithium-ion pallet truck, and a drivable work platform.

The RBS26-F Stacker can help operators move and stack products more quickly and easily while reducing on-the-job fatigue, asserted Raymond. The Stacker can reach travel speeds between 2.6 and 2.8 mph (4.1 to 4.5 kph), and it has a run time of about two hours. Its 53-in. (134.6 cm) turning radius makes it maneuverable in tight spaces, noted the company.

Raymond added that operators can expect:

• Greater productivity: The stacker offers electric travel, lift, and lower capabilities, including the ability to lift loads of 1,480 to 2,600 lb. (671.3 to 1,179.3 kg) to heights between 72 and 114 in. (182.8 to 289.5 cm). Raymond said these enable it to improve productivity across warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, retail, and home center applications that utilize skids, crates, and containers where the platform is free of a bottom board.
• Improved maneuverability: Options such as turtle speed, creep mode, and dual thumb controls aim to simplify the operating experience.
• Secure operation: Personal identification numbers prevent unauthorized lift truck use. Meanwhile, reduced speeds during turns help minimize lift truck, product, and facility damage. Finally, a standard load backrest improves load stability and handling for a more secure operating experience.
• Quick charging and long use: New lithium-ion batteries offer reliable power for up to two hours, while opportunity charging keeps lift trucks on the warehouse floor longer, according to Raymond.

Raymond research program continues

Last month, Raymond said its University Research Program is accepting proposals through Oct. 31. It is intended to encourage and support professors and students to apply their engineering and technical skills to innovative research that propels the material handling industry forward.

The sponsored research program is offering grant funding that can reach up to $500,000. Selected proposals may receive total financial support of up to $250,000 for one year of research. Open to North American universities, proposals will be evaluated based on innovation, feasibility, and potential for future commercial application.

“By investing in research and collaborating with respected academic institutions, we are not only adapting to change but also shaping the future of our industry,” said Brett Wood, president and CEO, of Toyota Material Handling North America. “Our commitment to the University Research Program reflects a dedication to advancing emerging innovations and ensuring their continued growth for years to come.”