The basic idea for a sack truck is that an item may be moved around without the need for any lifting or manoeuvring of the item by hand. This means that the idea behind a sack truck is that the shoe of the sack truck slides underneath the object being moved. The sack truck is then rotated around the wheel centres to lift the load from the ground. The load is then moved to its new location and unloaded using the same technique as loading but in reverse. Sack trucks are designed for manoeuvring loads over short distances where other trolleys or trucks would encounter problems due to the nature of having four wheels. The sack truck has two wheels and is therefore capable of overcoming small steps and kerbs etc. The sack truck can also be fitted with load straps to ensure that the load remains on the sack truck whilst in motion.
Sack Trucks are usually manufactured from steel and are finished with a paint coat. Sack trucks are also produced from plastic and stainless steel providing other unique advantages such as light in weight or useful in a clean / hygienic environment. Sack truck wheels are normally solid rubber but may also be provided with pneumatic tyres for operations over uneven ground or gravelled areas. Sack Trucks are manufactured from tubular and angle steel sections welded together. The back is normally open but can be fitted with steel mesh or even solid steel plate. The shoe or foot of the sack truck is as standard a criss cross of flat bar steel but can be provided with plate steel if required. The back of the sack truck may be supplied as a ‘v-section’ to allow loads such as cylinders to be moved without fear of the load rolling off. The sack truck may also be retro fitted with protective taping to allow the easy loading of white goods such as fridges and freezers.
Sack trucks are useful for most operations as they are light in weight and small enough to store behind or on top of loads being transported. Where the standard sack truck falters is stairs, so for this, a triple wheel star is fitted to each side of the sack truck to allow the sack truck to negotiate staircases with ease. On some sack truck models, a wheel lock out device may be fitted to allow the user to rest during a flight of stairs. In conclusion, the sack truck offers each user with a tailored solution that meets individual needs with a product that performs to high standards.
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