Materials handling equipment is about more than just forklifts. In this week’s edition of our Back To Basics series we’re providing you with an introduction to another efficient form of MHE – electric tugs.
What Is A Tug?
Becoming an increasingly common form of MHE found in a vast range of industries worldwide, tugs offer a safe and efficient method of moving heavy loads with ease. Attaching to one end of the load, the tug is designed to bear the weight of the load so it can be pulled. Types of tugs available through Briggs Equipment include Master Mover electric tugs and Bradshaw Electric Vehicles.
What Is An Electric Tug?
Electric tugs are battery powered machines and provide an effective alternative solution to forklifts. MasterMover is at the forefront of electric tug innovation and their Multi-Link technology can be found in their machines across their Compact range, Performance range and Autonomous Guided Vehicle (AGV) range. As well as custom made electric tug solutions, Master Mover manufacture machines capable of lifting loads of up to 30,000kg. Electric tugs come in a variety of models, with two of the most common being pedestrian tugs and autonomous guided vehicles (AGV).
Pedestrian Tugs
Powered by electricity but operated manually by people, pedestrian-operated tugs are safe and user-friendly. With the tug taking the weight of the load and the battery-operated system assisting the user, this equipment makes materials handling easy. It helps to increase the efficiency of material handling processes and reduces the risk of injury to the machine operator.
Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGV)
Autonomous Guided Vehicle tugs are also referred to as AGV tugs. They function without direct human interaction and instead use programmed settings to carry out the task of transporting the load. Automated Guided Vehicles often fall into two categories; Line Follow and Natural Navigation. You can learn more about AGV electric tugs in our article, The Future Is MasterMover: Everything You Need To Know ABout Automated Guided Vehicles.
How Can A Tug Help My Materials Handling Business?
Tugs are a great alternative to larger materials handling machines like forklifts. Usually cheaper and more user friendly than forklifts, they offer a cost effective and safe solution for moving heavy loads. MasterMover machines in the compact range are also capable of operating in tight spaces, meaning you can create narrower aisles and maximise your facilities storage space.
Electric Tugs For Hire from Briggs Equipment
MasterMover
MasterMover is the leading manufacturer in electric tugs, providing an effective solution to materials handling challenges. An innovative alternative to forklifts and other forms of lifting equipment, they are able to create custom specialist designs with user efficiency and operator safety at their core. This is in addition to their Smart Mover, Master Handler, Master Tow, Master Tug, All Terrain and AGV models.
Bradshaw Electric Vehicles
Bradshaw Electric Vehicles are specialists in creating electric vehicles for moving heavy loads within strict, environmentally sensitive areas. These machines include ride-on tow tractors, ride-on load carriers, pedestrian load carriers and pedestrian tow tractors.
Need To Hire An Electric Tug?
Are you looking to hire MHE in England, Wales or Scotland? If so, Briggs Equipment has an extensive fleet of forklifts, telehandlers, tugs, trailers and specialist warehouse equipment to choose from. In addition to supplying MHE, aerial work platforms and industrial floor cleaning machines, we also offer engineering services, training courses and more.
Need more information about hiring equipment? Discover the advice from our experts in What You Need To Know Before You Hire A Forklift Or Other MHE.
Contact our team today and we’ll help you secure the best solution for your business needs.
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