Hand truck or trolley: which equipment should you choose to optimize your logistics?
In the industrial, logistics, and commercial sectors, goods handling is a daily activity that leaves no room for error. Providing your company with the right material handling equipment is not only a matter of operational efficiency; it is essential to protect your staff from workplace accidents and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
Hand trucks: versatility and obstacle handling
The hand truck is an essential tool for deliveries and fast material handling. To use it, slide the toe plate under the load and tilt the hand truck backward to transfer the weight onto the wheels, thereby reducing operator strain.
Selection criteria for professional hand trucks
When purchasing, check the load capacity, wheel type (pneumatic for outdoor or uneven surfaces, solid rubber for indoor use), and the shape of the toe plate.
The Multiroir solution: professional hand trucks
To meet the demands of warehouses and workshops, we offer a range of durable professional hand trucks.
- Durability: Welded steel structure with blue epoxy coating (RAL 5007).
- Ergonomics: Soft-grip handles and pneumatic wheels for smooth movement.
- Adaptability: Curved back plate for securing round items.
- Foldable option: Compact aluminium models.
Specific variants
Trolleys and dollies: stability and load capacity
The trolley supports 100% of the load. Operator effort is focused solely on pushing.
At Multiroir, we have developed trolleys adapted to your containers.
For Euro containers: red ABS trolley
For electronics: ESD bin trolley – RO 64
For general handling: Anti-slip platform trolley
For heavy loads: pallet dollies
Safety and best practices
Your team’s safety comes first:
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Inspect the wheels:
- Pneumatic: outdoor use
- Rubber / PU: indoor use
- Secure the load: straps and bungee cords
- Push, don’t pull: reduces back strain
- Respect load limits: maximum payload
The choice depends on the load, distance, and working environment.
The optimal solution lies in combining complementary equipment.
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