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Machinery Mover
Machinery Mover

Also known as a machinery skate, cargo trolley, or roller skid, a Machinery Mover is used to transport (either by hand or horsepower) heavy pieces of equipment, machinery, appliances, palleted cargo, etc. from one location to another in a shop, storage building, home, etc. Depending on the version and rated carrying capacity, the all-steel device measures from 12 to 20 inches long by 8 inches wide by 5 inches high, has four to 12 cast iron rollers/casters, and a 360º rotating plate on top. Once centered under the item, which is first jacked-up then lowered onto the mover, transporting is accomplished by pushing the item itself or by pulling the Mover via tow-bar (an optional accessory). The rotating plate allows the cargo to be positioned as desired before off-loading.

Estimated Cost Cost range: See below

Limitations Limitations Addressed by Product: Strength/endurance, Back


SourceNorthern Tool and Equipment Company
P.O.Box 1499
2800 Southcross Drive West
Burnsville, MN, 55306
Websitewww.northerntool.com
EmailWeb form
Phone800-221-0516
952-894-0326
Fax952-894-1020
Est. Cost$60-$300, depending on type and weight capacity
Last updated: Apr 15, 2021


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