Glass Handling Equipment

Your Questions, Answered - FAQs

What are electric tugs used to move in glass manufacturing?

Used across glass manufacturing, electric tugs are used to move a wide variety of loads, such as:  

• Lamination trolleys
• A-frame trolleys
• Stillages
• Materials  
• Glass handling equipment 

What’s the benefit of electric tugs over traditional material handling equipment to reduce manual handling?

Glass manufacturers looking to eliminate manual handling in the movement of heavy loads and equipment often look to utilise existing lifting equipment.

While lifting equipment is ideal for the loading and unloading of equipment, using equipment such as side loaders and forklift trucks to lift wheeled trolleys presents safety risks.

Replacing one risk with another in congested production environments and using large lifting equipment in internal factories increases the risk of collisions with equipment and pedestrian traffic.  

Is an operator license or training required? 

No, unlike lifting equipment such as forklift trucks and cranes, an electric tug does not require a license to operate. A license-free operation reduces downtime and maximises operational efficiency, reducing wasted time waiting for a licensed driver.    

Minimal training is required to safely operate an electric tug and we offer training packages to suit every requirement.     

How are electric tugs powered?  

Electric tugs are battery powered, with interchangeable batteries or lithium options available, electric tugs can deliver 24/7 operation to keep your processes moving.

Offering zero emissions from the point of use, electric tugs are ideally suited for indoor use, replacing internal combustion engine (ICE) powered equipment such as forklifts or tow tractors.   

How do electric tugs and electric tows connect?     

A range of coupling options are available across the range that maximise performance, security and safety.

Custom coupling solutions can also be designed for unique applications.