Type ALT Magnetic Sweeper
Chosen by more companies than any other brand
Reduce maintenance costs and eliminate flat tires by over 70% at airport terminals, loading docks and work sites. Magnetic sweepers eliminate dangerous ferrous metal debris while service vehicles perform daily duties. You can learn more by reviewing this chart, which details improvements in US Air Force FOD incidents using Shields' FOD Magnets.

- Available in the following lengths: 24", 36", 48", 60", 72", 84", 96"
- Ideal for Preventive Maintenance of Yard Vehicles & Service Equipment
- Highest strength permanent magnetic construction encased in aircraft-grade 2" x 5" sealed aluminum extrusion
- We use only Grade 8 permanent magnets, the strongest available, not the inferior Grade 5
- Bottom Mounted Wear-Bars for Maximum Magnet Protection
- Double-Strength units available (see the Type ALT Specifications below for details)
- All-Weather Rugged Design
- Government Teaming Arrangement with Premier Companies through GSA Contract # GS-21F-0035T
- Unconditional Performance Guarantee
- Lifetime Guarantee on Magnetic Strength
- Call (800) 799-4408 for pricing!
The Type ALT Magnetic Sweeper in Action!
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Product Applications
- Airports & Flightlines FOD Control
- Material Handling
- Warehouse & Distribution Centers
- Trucking Terminals
- Commercial Street Sweeping
- Road & Parking Lot Maintenance
- Race Tracks
- Pallet Manufacturing
- Construction Companies
Type ALT Magnetic Sweeper Specifications
| Unit Type | Model-Size | Dimensions | Weight (in lbs.) |
Lead Time | Suspension Height |
Traveling Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Suspension |
ALT 24" | 2"H x 5"W x 24"L | 28 | STOCK-1DAY | 5" | 15 MPH |
| ALT 36" | 2"H x 5"W x 36"L | 32 | ||||
| ALT 48" | 2"H x 5"W x 48"L | 40 | ||||
| ALT 60" | 2"H x 5"W x 60"L | 49 | ||||
| ALT 72" | 2"H x 5"W x 72"L | 65 | ||||
| ALT 84" | 2"H x 5"W x 84"L | 78 | ||||
| ALT 96" | 2"H x 5"W x 96"L | 90 | ||||
Double-Strength Units |
ALT 24" | 3"H x 5"W x 24"L | 45 | STOCK-1DAY | 6" - 7" | 15 MPH |
| ALT 36" | 3"H x 5"W x 36"L | 57 | ||||
| ALT 48" | 3"H x 5"W x 48"L | 65 | ||||
| ALT 60" | 3"H x 5"W x 60"L | 75 | ||||








