Platform trolley or sack truck-What to choose?

by Martin Jacob Equip2go

Sack trucks and trolleys are one of our most popular material handling products. They're easy to store, easy to use, and incredibly versatile. With one of these, it's easy to move heavy objects around the building without risk of injury or accident.You can buy sack trucks in a whole host of different colours, styles, frames and specifications. At first glance, trolleys Melbourne all seems a bit overwhelming with so many options to choose from, so here's what you need to know about buying a sack truck or trolley for your business.

Platform trolley or sack truck?

Platform trolleys are long, flat trolleys Sydney with a solid deck and castor wheels underneath. The wide deck means it's suitable for carrying heavy items, but it also means you have to manually lift the item onto the bed of the truck, which isn't good if the item is very heavy. Some platform trolleys have brakes on the handles, making them easier to control even on a slope.

Sack trucks are straight movers, with a solid toe on the bottom that can slide under boxes and other items. This gives them the advantage that they can easily lift and move heavy objects without human intervention. However, their construction means they are not the best for moving large or heavy objects, as they will become unbalanced or topple over.

So, a trolley that's large and heavy but not too heavy is best, and smaller, heavier items are better with a truck. But what if you need to move a variety of items? Or don't really know what you are going to move? Well, luckily you don't always have to make the decision.

Both 2 in 1 and 3 in 1 trucks work well together, making them extremely versatile and ready for pretty much anything. The largest capacities can handle up to 400 kg of weight, and are a great option if you have a variety of moving needs but only want to buy one truck.

Steel or aluminium frame?

Most dump trucks are available in aluminium or steel construction. Each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages, and the right choice will depend on what you need to move.

Aluminium is incredibly light. This can make your truck easier to store, and easier to move where it is not possible to roll it on its wheels, such as when it is lifted onto the back of a van. It's easy to operate, and with aluminium’s natural resistance to corrosion, you can count on it to last a long time.