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CHAMBERSBURG, Pennsylvania -- Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD) completed the production and shipment of six All-Terrain Lifter Army System (ATLAS) 10K forklifts in support of the 1st Theater Sustainment Command (TSC) mission. Completed ATLAS forklifts are shipped to Camp Arifijan, Kuwait, where they are distributed by TSC as necessary throughout the Southwest Asian Theater. LEAD is currently producing an additional three ATLAS forklifts for TSC during the month of April, according to Carl Robillard, logistics management specialist for LEAD. “These three additional forklifts will bring the total number of assets produced in support of TSC to 88 forklifts over the past two years,” he said.
Letterkenny Army Depot is able to complete the Repair Cycle Time (RCT) for an ATLAS 10k forklift in 43 workdays, utilizing a staff of over 36 personnel. Robillard attributes the ability of the production team to meet deadlines amidst the Coronavirus pandemic to constant communication and an incredibly dedicated workforce of mechanics who continue to adapt to rapid change. “Everyone remains in constant communication through texts and emails. We hold a teleconference call each morning to discuss production related problems or issues,” said Robillard when asked about impacts to production as a result of teleworking and other COVID-19 mitigation efforts.
ATLAS forklifts have been integrated in Army missions since the early 1990s, and have been utilized in operations in Iraq, Bosnia and Afghanistan. The machines are used to load and unload vehicles and containers, as well as for transport of palletized loads, and have the ability to handle supplies such as ammunition and missiles. The forklift also includes an enclosed cabin area, providing protection for the operator. These diverse capabilities make the ATLAS forklift a practical tool for Soldiers in the field.
LEAD Commander, Col. Gregory K. Gibbons, praised the workforce for their accomplishments. “With tremendous efforts across all directorates, The Directorate of Supply and Transportation shipped several major end items to support the Soldier in the field last week. The warfighter will receive these crucial pieces of equipment all thanks to your continued dedication. Thank you for your dedication to the warfighter, and flexibility during this rapidly changing time.”
| Date Taken: | 04.08.2020 |
| Date Posted: | 04.09.2020 16:01 |
| Story ID: | 366985 |
| Location: | CHAMBERSBURG, PA, US |
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