Anyone in the manufacturing or construction industry knows that moving materials around is an essential component of a business.
The faster you can transport goods or materials the better in terms of customer satisfaction and profits. And using the right equipment for the job means heightened safety for your employees.
For more than 30 years, Moffett trucks have become increasingly popular, and not just for off-site product delivery. They have many advantages for regular usage in your lumber or brickyard.
Here are some reasons to consider Moffett trucks over traditional forklifts.
What Are Moffett Trucks?
In 1986, Cecil Moffett, who ran an engineering business in Ireland, developed a three-wheeled forklift that could be carried on the back of a loading truck. Today, the Moffett truck and the conventional forklift are the two most common loading machines used in manufacturing businesses.
Moffett forklifts have two wheels up front, and one the back. Conventional forklifts have four wheels. The front two are at the fulcrum and rely on heavyweight to counterbalance the load.
On Moffett trucks, the mast, carriage, and forks sit between the front two wheels. So, the load center is above the wheels, rather than out in front of the machine. For this reason, Moffett trucks do not need counterbalance weight to maintain stability.
What Are the Advantages of Moffett Trucks?
Perhaps the biggest advantage of Moffett trucks is the ability to transport them. They are lightweight and compact and can be configured to fit on almost any truck or trailer.
This allows you to take Moffett trucks along to any location where you’re delivering products. They offer a huge advantage for jobs that require unloading heavy materials, or where the only alternative would be to have workers unload cargo by hand.
The Moffett forklift is mounted at the rear of the truck, so it doesn’t take up any valuable cargo space. Also, a single worker can dismount and mount the Moffett forklift from the truck. So, one crew member can transport and deliver heavy materials without extra help.
All of this translates to reduced personnel costs with a faster turn-around. You can save money on labor and from greater efficiency.
Maneuverability is another big advantage of Moffett trucks. Whether you are delivering pallets of lumber in a confined residential space or navigating narrow warehouse aisles, agility is a huge asset.
Moffett trucks are also extremely durable and dependable. Their design provides great stability, even on muddy or soft surfaces. This means increased safety for your crew.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 7,000 forklift-related injuries every year. Due to their design––with the load positioned over the fulcrum––and their low center of gravity, Moffett trucks can go a long way to eliminating potential accidents and related injuries.
Finally, despite their reduced weight and compact size, Moffett trucks still have high lift capacities.
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We offer a ride range of Moffett forklifts in a variety of sizes and lift capacities. This includes an extensive used truck inventory. Each of these comes with a warranty guarantee.
Moffett trucks can help your construction or manufacturing business become more efficient, profitable, and safe. We would be happy to provide additional information about the many advantages of these machines, to help you determine which one is right for your business.
