3 Ways Solar Install Crews Utilize Material Handling Tools

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Residential and commercial solar energy are growing industries, requiring knowledgeable and skilled installation technicians. Along with the general install, moving common equipment and parts is tough, delicate work from the warehouse to the job site. However, with the right material handling tools, like a heavy duty hand truck, your team can be more efficient and safer on the job. Here are a few tools to consider.

Worker using a Magliner hand truck to safely transport stacked boxes, demonstrating stability, balance, and ergonomic handling.

 Heavy Duty Hand Trucks to Move Solar Panels

Solar panels themselves are heavy and incredibly fragile. Instead of risking it with a team lift, your team can utilize a heavy duty hand truck. A single employee can easily secure the solar panels to the heavy duty hand truck with a self-retracting ratchet strap, before moving them from the staging area to the install area.

 Move Bulky and Heavy Items Efficiently

If your current hand trucks aren’t able to handle common items like batteries and inverters, it’s time to shop for a new hand truck cart online. These items aren’t as big as solar panels, but they can still be fairly heavy, especially when your team moves dozens of them in a given day. Consider investing in durable tools that can safely handle higher weight capacities with modular components to make customization and repairs a breeze.
Magliner motorized hand truck with folding platform designed for heavy load transport and improved efficiency in material handling.

Improve Operations in the Warehouse

A successful installation begins in the warehouse. A battery powered hand truck is the ideal tool for organizing your warehouse and loading equipment onto the truck. This tool can handle loads up to 1,000 pounds, with built-in safety features to help your employees confidently move the load by themselves. If your delivery truck has a powered lift gate, your employees can bring it to the job site, as well. 

Magliner motorized hand truck with powered wheels and extended nose plate for easier lifting and moving of bulky or heavy items.

 About Magline

 Magliner material handling solutions are a common sight in workplaces worldwide. These tools have set the gold standard for material handling and delivery solutions for over 75 years. Magliner tools can help your employees complete tasks quickly, efficiently, and safely, directly impacting your business’ bottom line. From warehouse workers who need a powered hand truck to white glove delivery drivers who need a heavy duty hand truck, there’s a Magliner tool perfect for your employees’ needs. Check out the full selection or Design Your Own Magliner today.

 Find material handling tools for solar energy installs and other construction uses at https://www.magliner.com/

This article was originally published on magliner.com’s blog here.

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