Pressed Steel Braked Platform Truck

Pressed steel folding platform truck with 'deadman' braking system Platform trucks are an essential piece of equipment every business that has the requirement to transport a significant quantity of items around quickly should have one. They're commonly found in warehouses workshops shop stockrooms and many more environments where shelving and racking systems exist with their primary function to reduce the risk of back and other lifting related injuries. This steel folding platform truck has been designed for maximum functionality. The handle measures 885mm high which is a comfortable height to push in addition the handle also folds flat to the base enabling operators to easily store this platform truck in storage rooms when not in use. To add further functionality this folding truck has also been fitted with a 'deadman' braking system this braking system operates by allowing the operator to freely push the truck around as long the lever fitted to the top of the handle is fully pressed once that is released the brakes engage bringing the truck to a complete immediate stop. Also available is a steel trolley with foot-operated brake. The robust steel frame allows the truck to carry loads of up to 300kg while the non-marking slip resistant blue PVC surface helps prevent damage during transportation. This steel platform truck also features non-marking rubber castors two fixed and two swivel 125mm diameter castors are supplied as standard. Folding handles enable easy storage when not in use Truck fitted with 'Deadman' braking system - brakes applied as soon as operator releases grip on handle Base manufactured from pressed steel Blue PVC surface and grey framework Non-marking slip resistant PVC surface allows this truck to be used efficiently on slight slopes Buffering round the entire platform helps to prevent any damage to walls office equipment and more Supplied with two fixed and two swivel 125mm dia. non-marking solid rubber castors 300kg capacity Supplied flat-packed Dimensions: Overall Length: 940mm Overall Width: 615mm Overall Height: 885mm Platform Length: 920mm Platform Width: 610mm Handle Height: 885mm