Shields Magnetics products

The Type ALT Magnetic Sweeper from Shields Magnetics is a versatile and effective solution for removing ferrous metal debris in numerous environments, including airports, warehouses, construction sites, and road maintenance operations. Offered in lengths ranging from 24 to 72 inches, it can be equipped with optional wheels or fork pockets, and custom lengths are available upon request. Its robust design ensures the efficient collection of metal debris, helping to reduce maintenance costs and flat tire occurrences by more than 70%. The magnetic sweeper, often referred to as FOD Magnets in military and aviation contexts, plays a crucial role in minimizing Foreign Object Debris (FOD) incidents, thus preventing expensive damages and ensuring safety. Applications span from material handling and warehousing to trucking, street cleaning, and equine facilities, demonstrating its adaptability across various industries. Designed with durability and performance in mind, the Type ALT sweeper is an essential tool for maintaining metal-free environments.

The Load-Release All-Terrain Magnetic Sweeper is engineered for rigorous environments such as gravel, dirt, and broken concrete. It features powerful Grade 8 Permanent Ceramic Magnets enclosed in an aircraft-grade aluminum housing. This robust design includes fork pockets for easy mounting on vehicles or forklifts, allowing swift and effective removal of ferrous metal debris. The top-mounted release bar facilitates quick debris discard. It is ideal for applications in warehousing, distribution, trucking, transportation, and material handling. By eliminating metal debris, this sweeper reduces flat tire incidents, thereby minimizing operational downtime and associated costs.

The Nail Sweep Construction Magnet offers a compact and lightweight solution for effectively clearing metallic debris such as nails from various worksites including grass, gravel, and concrete. This hand-held magnetic sweeper is economically priced and designed for easy handling. The unit's aluminum shell encases powerful magnetic blocks capable of attracting nails and steel debris from up to two inches below its base. Available in sizes 11 and 20 inches with a load release mechanism, the Nail Sweep lets users easily drop collected debris by pulling up on the top-mounted 'T' handle. Shields Magnetics is among the few U.S. suppliers of industrial-grade magnets, ensuring quality and reliability.

The Load-Release 3-in-1 Tow Behind Magnet by Shields Magnetics is designed to remove metal debris across various terrains and weather conditions. It is primarily intended to be towed behind a vehicle with a receiver hitch, but it offers versatility with options to push or mount on a forklift for smaller work areas. The sweeper features heavy-duty, all-weather permanent magnets encased in aircraft-grade aluminum and heavy gauge steel. It includes an internal load release mechanism for easy cleaning without exposed parts or trays that could be damaged. Applications span from construction sites and airport runways to equine facilities and more. The unit's robust design ensures it can remove hazardous metal fragments efficiently, thus preventing damage to vehicles and reducing safety risks. It is available in multiple sizes from 36 inches to 96 inches and is equipped with sealed-bearing, solid rubber wheels that eliminate puncture risks.