How Loading Bay Lifts Have Changed Over the Years
September 18, 2024
In a warehouse or industrial environment, materials of all kinds are moved, stored and positioned on a daily basis to facilitate the manufacturing process. To do this safely, specialist equipment should be utilised by trained operatives, allowing for efficient and productive material handling.
A goods lift is a great option when it comes to supporting your team in their material handling efforts. These lifts are designed to move heavy cargo and goods between different levels, such as basements and mezzanines. Fitted with large, flat platforms, a goods lift is built to manoeuvre large volumes in a single elevation, helping to make daily tasks easier.
Read on to find out more about how goods lifts can be used to streamline your everyday operations.
Efficient Manual Handling
A goods lift can transform your daily operations by making it easier to transport materials between different levels. Users will be able to move more goods in a single session than if this task was carried out by hand, helping to improve efficiency and make the workplace more productive.
Space Optimisation
These lifts are designed to make the most out of vertical space in your facility, where they can be built to take up a disused corner of the site rather than intruding on your main workspace. In particular, modular goods lifts can be made to fit seamlessly into your available space, helping to reduce disruptions during the installation process.
Improved Safety
Your goods lift will be fitted with a variety of safety features that help to protect your crew. This includes one-touch controls for immediate starts and stops, as well as weight sensors and mechanical locks that prevent the lift from moving if the gate isn’t shut properly. These features will be combined with clear signage to ensure material handling work can be completed safely and efficiently.
Minimal Downtime
In particular, a self-supporting and modular goods lift will be straightforward to install, helping to minimise the amount of time where material handling is unavailable. Once installed, your goods lift will be low maintenance and reliable, especially if you take care of it properly with regular cleaning and inspections. This means time spent on repairs can also be kept to a minimum.
Edmolift: Choose Our Self-Supporting Goods Lift Today
We supply a 4.0 Smart Factory Compatible goods lift, where this self-supporting system can be fitted with minimal hassle. Our team can also assist you if you require a bespoke goods platform lift or a specialist scissor lift table.
Get in touch with us today to find out more about our full range of manufacturing and warehouse lift options.
