Tugs help reduce risk of accidents
August 1st 2011 By investing in six electric-operated
materials handling tugs for moving
roll cages of catering trolleys,
laundry and medical notes around
its two sites, Lancashire Teaching
Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has
reduced the risk of accidents and
injuries to its staff, while also
improving handling efficiencies.
The SmartMover electric-operated
tug from MasterMover is a versatile
machine designed for moving roll
cages from vehicle tail lifts and across
uneven surfaces and slopes, which
can also turn through 90°. By
clamping to the base of the roll cage
or trolley, the unit ensures the cage
cannot be tipped on to the operator.
This reduces the risk of serious
injury to employees and makes
unloading and moving goods a
single-person procedure. Efficiency
and safety are further improved by
enabling the movement of multiple
roll cages using towing links. Sealed
batteries, variable speed and auto
braking are also standard on the
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