Warehouse Logistics Manual Handling Solutions

3PL logistics providers accelerate operational efficiency, boost staff productivity, and meet increasing customer demand with our electric tugs.

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Common applications in logistics

Electric tugs are used to move heavy-wheeled loads throughout the logistics industry.

We help 3PL providers and warehouses with:

Distribution support: Effortlessly move fully loaded roll cages across warehouse environments
Fulfilment optimisation: Streamline the movement of empty, nested roll cages for fulfilment.
Intralogistics enhancement: Automating warehouse intralogistics to drive greater operational efficiency.

Eliminate manual handling

Electric tugs eliminate manual handling and reduce the risk of injury when moving roll cages.

Automated warehouse operations

Unlock greater efficiency by automating your warehouse material handling processes with our warehouse AGVs.

Maximise staff productivity

Maximise productivity by freeing up staff to work on more productive tasks than material handling.

Move more

Easily move multiple cages at once, driving operational efficiency to meet demand

Case study

Retailer reduces roll cage injuries by 42%

By investing in SmartMover electric tugs for moving roll cages from delivery vehicles to convenience stores, Appleby Westward Group has reduced manual handling injuries to its delivery drivers by 42% within six months.

Read our Appleby Westword case study

Trusted by leading logistics providers

Our electric tugs are trusted to drive operational efficiency and improve safety across the logistics industry, from global third-party logistics providers (3PL) to logistics warehouses, you’re in safe hands. 

Since using the tugs, we’ve seen a significant reduction in the number of roll cage-related handling injuries to delivery drivers of 42 per cent.

Dave Taylor

Health & Safety Manager, Spar Appleby Westward

Your Questions, Answered - FAQs

Do electric tugs replace pallet trucks and forklifts?

No, unlike traditional lifting equipment such as pallet trucks and forklifts, electric tugs do not lift loads off the ground. Electric tugs are designed to move wheeled loads, delivering the safe, efficient and flexible movement of loads.

Ideally suited to working within the logistics industry, electric tugs can be used to complement and enhance existing material handling processes, working alongside lifting equipment to support efficient and safe intralogistics.

Is an operator license or training required? 

No, electric tugs do not require a license to operate. A license-free operation makes electric tugs an attractive option for logistics providers and warehouses looking to streamline the movement of loads and improve safety.

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.

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Safe and secure material handling across defence

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Shifting efficiency up a gear

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Heavy-duty solutions for powerful movements

Maximum flexibility to meet demand and reduce costs

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Eliminating manual handling to accelerate efficiency

Boost production efficiency without compromising on safety

The power to maximise control

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Control high-value loads with confidence

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