Posted on March 6th, 2011
Handtrucks2go is proud to offer our customers The Escalera line of machinery. In business for many years and specializing in their specific field gives them the benefit of specializing and perfecting their products. Another side benefit is the quick ship time of 2-3 days, very rear for this kind of equipment.
Check out their products.
Escalera Powered Stair Climber
Escalera Powered Stairclimber and Lift
Escalera Copycaddy, which goes great together with the forklift model but can be used as a stand alone too.
They all come with a great line of accessories, making it usable for so many industries.
Posted on February 27th, 2011
The Electric High Lift Pallet Truck Telescoping is the latest from the high lift model series. Even though it is an electric high lift, there is no electric power drive. It operates on battery. A 12 volt battery would work fine in Electric Pallet Truck Stacker Telescoping equipment and one can charge it on the go. Even when the equipment is on charging, one can still use it effectively. The charger comes along with the product; one doesn’t have to buy it extra.
The wheels of the Electric High Lift Pallet Truck Telescoping model are made of polyurethane. It also has an overload bypass and a system of quick lift time. This time is precisely 10 to 12 seconds of the load unloading. The pump has a one year guarantee which works well for most equipment. The fork width and length have a vital importance and this high lift model fulfills the same. Length of the fork is between 21 to 27 inches and the width is almost 45 inches. The overall load capacity of the Electric High Lift Pallet Truck Telescoping is 3000 lbs. a fine equipment for material handling. While allot more expensive than its hydraulic stacker, for the right application this is the answer!
Posted on February 9th, 2011
Model H-1542
This particular style is known for its durability, its ability to hold up to the weight limit, and its reliability. If you’re looking for something that will last you for years it’s time you invested your money in this hand truck. It’s also highly affordable for any business. Even if you’re simply a home residence and you do a lot of hauling, you should consider getting this hand truck. It’s great and efficient for all who use it, so be sure to check it out. You may also check the OSHA website for more info on safety in the work place.
Posted on January 18th, 2011
This particular hand cart would make a great luggage cart for an airport, or it would be great for a family who has to frequently haul a lot of luggage. It’s easily storable and folds down to just fewer than three inches – imagine, you can hide it virtually anywhere! If you’re looking for a hand truck that folds down to next to nothing, this one is the one. It’s great for places where a hand truck wouldn’t normally be able to fit due to space. It has five inch wheels that make it easy to move and get around those tight corners, and best of all, this truck can be used or will fit virtually anywhere!
Posted on December 24th, 2010
When the month is half over, call to confirm the moving date with whoever is providing the moving truck. Rent or purchase a hand truck to make the move easier and quicker. Make a list of things you need to do and organize the list by importance. Purchase the tape and bubble wrap and all moving supplies and begin packing a little bit every day so that you are not rushed for time at the end of the month.
Minimize your stress by starting in one room and making your way through the house one room at a time. Label every box you fill with name of the room it came from and the theme of the objects. For example, starting in the office with your books, label your box “Office, books”. It will be much easier to find what you need later on if you have an idea what is in each box.
When you load the truck, you will apply the same principle. Start one room at a time, keeping the boxes from each room together on the truck. When you unload, you can unload one room at a time too, so you won’t be darting to each corner of the house delivering boxes.
Posted on December 18th, 2010
There is a reason why organizing a move is included on the official psychologist stress test, right up there with getting a divorce and dealing with death. Moving is especially stressful for people because there is just so much to keep in mind. Getting all the moving tips you can is essential. Do I have everything I need? Do I have enough boxes? What if I forget something important?
Your move begins about a month in advance of the official moving date because you will have to change your mailing address with utility companies, businesses or other important agencies. Call the utility company and arrange a date for your services to be shut off. Go through your home and try to evaluate your possessions. You will need to know how much you have so that you can get enough boxes and a big enough moving truck for transport. Some items are not worth taking with you, so evaluate carefully and give away whatever you cannot take with you.
Posted on December 6th, 2010
Although they offer a convenient alternative to packing up and moving out by yourself, handling moving companies takes a lot of preparation as well. If you are unfortunate enough to be in such a hurry that you hire an incompetent moving company, your last minute move could end up costing you a lot of time and frustration. It would be awful to move into a new place with broken and missing items.
An alternative is to hire movers to pack and load up a rented vehicle with your items. Then you can drive to the new place yourself without having to worry about losing inventory. If you are going to load and unload your items without movers, you will need a decent hand truck to transport boxes. Hand trucks are the secret weapons of movers because they allow you to transport heavy and awkward items without straining your back in the process. Be sure to load the hand truck properly. You may be in a rush to complete your move but over stacking a hand truck can cause your load to tumble. You may get one on our site here, https://handtrucks2go.com/
If your items are not needed immediately after the move, some moving companies offer storage facilities. You can ask to store the load until you get settled in. Moving is stressful enough and it may be days before you can get to unpacking the boxes. Rather than tripping over them in your living room, take advantage of their storage service.
Last minute moves are difficult and stressful, but not impossible. Although planning in advance reduces moving-related stress significantly, most people wait to the last minute anyway. Moving companies are prepared for customers in this situation. Find some time to do your research and find a good company because you will likely need a lot of help.
Posted on December 2nd, 2010
People generally prefer to have a few months to prepare in advance for a move, but sometimes situations arise and you have to plan a move as quickly as possible. If you are faced with the daunting task of planning a move in the last minute, you are going to need to find plenty of good help very quickly.
A last minute call reeks of desperation but contacting the right moving company is the best option for navigating a sudden and difficult move. A good moving company will understand the urgency of the situation without taking advantage of you. Contact a moving company as soon as you find out that you have to move. Some local moving companies offer packages for exactly this type of situation so have a look on their website and find a moving package that suits you.
There are some short cuts that you can take in order to be moved as quickly as possible, but remember that some due diligence on your part is still required. You should always supervise the packing crew to ensure that your items are being handled correctly. Label each box according to what room it came from, what it contains and add “Fragile” labels to delicate items
Posted on November 11th, 2010
Being prepared with the proper equipment ahead of time is a great idea. Consider your home or warehouse and decide if there will be instance where a hand truck will be useful. You may buy a lightweight hand truck now but if there is a possibility you may need one for heavier loads in the future you may want to consider buying a heavy duty hand truck instead to insure it can safely handle the weight.
These are just a few of the questions you should ask yourself before you make a purchase. Thinking ahead to not just your current needs but possible future needs as well may save you some extra expense, time and energy in the future. Having the appropriate equipment available to you when you need it is invaluable.
We printed an especially informative hand truck guide to assist you in choosing the correct truck for you.
Posted on October 24th, 2010
Check out this article we have written up in the pages of our hand truck safety blog . It may be very tempting to bend or ignore the rules in order to save time, but a few minutes is not worth injury or the cost of having to replace the load if an accident were to occur. The guidelines for the proper use of all equipment, including hand trucks, is put into place to avoid injury and requires to exercise common sense at all times.
