Hand pallet truck (dress) is a relatively simple structure, which is used for the transportation of goods and loading and unloading operations. You can see them in warehouses., production lines, wholesale depots, in the shops… What you need to pay attention to when choosing such equipment and which rokla are in the greatest demand, read in our article.
Rokla - views, selection, application
Hydraulic pallet jacks can be divided into:
- standard hand trucks;
- pallet trucks equipped with scales;
- scissor pallet trucks (with the possibility of lifting a load to a height of approx. 800 mm);
- electric trolleys.
Their task is to transport cargo over short distances on a relatively flat surface.. The main feature of such carts is the carrying capacity.. It usually reaches 2500 kg, but there are instances with a carrying capacity of more 3 t. Depending on the load capacity, the trolleys can have different widths and fork lengths., and the wheels and casters are suitable for carrying heavy loads.
Fork length varies from 800 to 1500 mm or more. The forks themselves can have different widths and distances.. Than the gauge, the more maneuverable the cargo trolley (when the steering wheels are turned accordingly). But then it might be, that such a rock is less stable. Large fork spacing can be used to move crates and industrial pallets. Standard spacing - 520-550 mm, wide — 680 mm, narrow - 140–450 mm. Minimum fork height approx. 80–90 mm, maximum - up to 200 mm.
Wheels and castors are important parts of a trolley
Comfort also depends on the type and size of wheels and castors., used in rolls. Most often, single or double rollers are placed at the end of the forks.. The latter work best on uneven or sloping surfaces. (ramps).
Steering wheels are made from three materials: nylon, rubber and polyurethane. To online store Ves.com.ua you can buy rokla with nylon wheels, rubber, polyurethane.
- NYLON – solid, but fragile (not very resistant to mechanical damage), has low rolling resistance, quite noisy when the cart is moving, ideal for hard surfaces. Rollers with nylon wheels are used in rooms with high hygiene standards (food industry, refrigerated warehouses, butcher shops), all thanks to rimless wheels, which are easy to keep clean. It is also worth noting the low cost of such wheels..
- RUBBER – flexible, sticky and soft, absorbs pressure, easily overcomes uneven floors, not suitable for rooms requiring high hygiene standards, as it leaves traces, not suitable for corrugated metal surfaces, recommended for delicate and damp surfaces, for loads up to 1000 kg.
- POLYURETHANE – lasting, elastic and durable, has low rolling resistance, silent when the trolley moves, suitable for all surfaces, easily overcomes small obstacles, eg, pebble, recommended for heavy loads.
Knurling rollers are made from similar materials. And wheels, and rollers can have different diameters, what affects the comfort of working with a hand pallet truck.
What rokla to buy?
If you need to transport heavy loads over long distances, buy an electric cart. The electric motor helps how to lift the load, and set the wheels in motion. As a result, the operator does not need to make efforts to carry out transport work.. The electric motor can be of different power. The operator controls the loader using the buttons on the tiller handle.
Electric carts also have different battery capacities and charging times., what might be important during their work. Therefore, it is worth paying attention to this parameter.. Remember, too, that hand pallet trucks with motor and battery are heavier than standard hand trucks.
Experts agree, that electric carts have a great future. This is the right trend in the development of companies, meeting the obligations to ensure comfortable work for employees. Trolleys of this type are used to move palletized goods of medium and large mass over short distances.. Besides, rokla with electric drive to prove themselves well in loading and unloading operations.
