Outdoor vs. Indoor Events: Which Material Handling Tools Are Best?

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An outdoor event has a much different setup than an indoor event. You might need to set up a stage or bring in different decorations, and the terrain can vary. After all, moving equipment across a concrete floor is much different than a grass field. Which material handling equipment is better for outdoor events than indoors? Or is it more situational? It could all depend on the wheels on the hand cart you are using. Here’s what you need to know.

Classic Hand Cart: Depends on the Wheels

Is a hand cart better for inside or outside use? That depends on the type of wheels. Some are designed to prevent damage to carpets and other indoor floors. Other wheels are more durable, made for taking on concrete and rough terrain, keeping the handtruck grounded with enough traction to handle heavier loads. While the hand truck itself can handle the materials for your event, the wheels can impact whether it's best suited for indoor or outdoor use.

 Motorized Hand Truck: Either

You might think the motorized hand truck, which specializes in moving larger, heavy objects across longer distances, would be mostly inside. After all, it’s ideal for warehouses and moving items across the floor. How, then, can it be used for events? It’s easy to move larger decorations or even pieces of a stage for an event inside, while it also has attachments that make it easier to erect an event tent outside. It can even move smaller trailers into place. However, the hand truck itself is heavy, so if you plan on taking it directly to the event, make sure your truck has a powered liftgate.

Convertible Hand Truck

Convertible Hand Truck: Depends on the Surface Level

The convertible hand truck easily switches between an upright hand truck and a platform cart in four-wheel mode. As a classic hand truck, it can go just about anywhere. But if you are loading it in the horizontal mode with supplies, such as food for the event, it’s best used on a level surface. This makes it most useful inside event centers, such as in convention centers, but it can be used outside as long as the path is relatively flat.

 Powered Stair Climbing Dolly: Wherever There Are Stairs

The powered stair climbing dolly can tackle any stairs. If the event is taking place at a venue that doesn’t have elevators but the event is on a second floor, the powered stair climbing dolly can easily handle the task of moving supplies up or down a set of stairs. It does all of the work for your employee, so they can focus on staying in an ergonomic position rather than lugging the hand truck up one step at a time.

About Magline

 Growing your business starts with the right tools, which is why Magliner equipment is designed to suit the needs of any industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of route distribution solutions, Magline works with companies across industries to boost safety and efficiency. Whether your moving company needs an electric dolly or your brewery needs a hand cart designed to transport kegs safely, trust Magliner equipment. By listening to the challenges of specific industries, this trusted brand designs equipment that solves challenges and optimizes workflows. The modular design of Magliner equipment simplifies routine maintenance and upgrades, while high-quality materials and construction ensure these tools are built to last. With constant innovation, patented designs, and industry-leading safety features, Magline strives to not only meet but exceed the needs of countless industries.

 Find the right material handling tools for your event, inside or outside, at https://www.magliner.com/

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