SYSTEM OF ACTIVE STABILITY

Toyota’s System of Active Stability (SAS) is a patented safety system that helps to protect the driver, the load and the truck.

SAS constantly monitors forklift operations and automatically takes corrective action when it senses factors that could lead to truck or load instability.

 

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Controls speed, acceleration, and deceleration based on lift height and load weight to help prevent load drops. 

Swing lock cylinder

Automatically locks the rear axle to increase stability during turning.

Mast angle & tilt speed control

Prevent both load and truck from dangerously tipping forward.

Fork levelling control

Atomatically levels the forks holizontally at 90° with the push of a button.

Active Steering synchronizer

Automatically aligns the steering knob with the rear wheels, back to the original position, allowing great ergonomics.

Turn-speed control

Controls the turning speed based on lift height, load weight, and turning radius to maintain the forklift's stability. 

A SAFE AND PRODUCTIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Stability, confidence, and safety are all important aspects when handling goods. While operating a Toyota counterbalanced forklift truck, all driving and stacking actions feel stable and controlled as the SAS system acts before an unsafe operation occurs. By actively monitoring key parameters of the truck’s performance, the risk of possible accidents is reduced, and the amount of pallet movements is maximized. This allows operators to work confidently, keeping productivity high throughout the day.

Quicker and safer storing/retrieving from racking

The operator must handle high loads stress-free without damaging the property or load. The SAS Mast Control function monitors the load height and mast position and defines the optimized mast speed and angle for these parameters. Thus, mast sway will be minimized, allowing operators to store or retrieve pallets at height faster.

 

More confident and efficient load/unloading of lorries

Adjusting the forks horizontally to pick up a pallet takes time. With SAS Fork Levelling Control, the forks are leveled at the push of a button, making this task quicker for the driver and the operator to stack goods correctly and evenly, avoiding damage to goods and racking, reducing costs.

 

Ensuring stability and comfort during transport

Stability and comfort are crucial for operators. Our patented SAS Swing Lock Cylinder provides unparalleled lateral stability by automatically locking the rear axle's swing movement during cornering. Additionally, the SAS Steering Synchronizer, which automatically aligns the steering wheel knob with the position of the rear wheels, ensures that drivers can maintain an ergonomically optimal driving position. This enables them to operate the truck most efficiently, contributing to safer and more productive performance.

Close-up of SAS logotype printed on the side of a forklift.