Purchasing Resources for Appliance Dollies

Download Appliance Dollies White Papers

Owning or renting appliance dollies is an ideal way to prevent workplace injuries while moving heavy items. Appliance dollies are most commonly used for vending machines, freezers, washers, dryers, refrigerators, and stoves, but many models can be adapted for other business and household moves as well.

An appliance dolly is similar to a utility dolly or hand truck in that it has two handles that are approximately chest-high, two wheels at the base, and a ledge on which to situate items. Unlike a hand truck, however, an appliance dolly comes with an adjustable strap that is attached to the dolly, can be wrapped around the appliance to be moved, and can be locked again at the other side of the dolly. This strap allows you to move bulky and heavy items without fearing that they will fall off the dolly.

Many models can accommodate loads as high as 500 pounds. Some models offer an offset tightener handle or ratchet tightener that you can adjust for more stability when pushing or pulling the object. High-end models are often lightweight and come with bumper guards that protect against metal-on-metal friction damage.

For more details on appliance dollies and other moving supplies, visit the links at Business.com.

Appliance Dollies Types and Styles

Consider the items you move and where you move them when choosing appliance dollies

Moving heavy appliances and vending machines usually requires a team of people or the help of appliance dollies. In addition to these uses, businesses can also use an appliance dolly to haul heavy boxes or other large, bulky items.

When you are in the market for an appliance dolly, it is important that you consider all the appliance dollies types and styles to find the one that best fits your needs. Here are some suggestions to make your search easier:

1. Consider appliance dollies with two wheels if you haul light loads.

2. Purchase a four wheeled model if you haul heavy loads most of the time.

3. Minimize the risk of employee injury and product damage by using a battery operated stair climbing appliance dolly.

Opt for two wheeled appliance dollies for light loads

Small appliances, including televisions, stoves, washers and dryers, can usually be moved with a two wheeled appliance dolly. Some of these appliance dollies are made with steel, while others are made of aluminum or magnesium. The choice you make concerning the material is directly related to the loads you will haul. Generally, steel is the strongest, followed by magnesium then aluminum.

Upgrade to four wheeled appliance dollies for heavy or bulky loads

If you haul items such as refrigerators, vending machines or other heavy and bulky loads, four wheeled appliance dollies may make your work easier. These dollies can usually be used with two wheels when needed. However, some have stationary back wheels. When you are purchasing a four wheeled appliance dolly, you have to consider the size and position of the wheels. For example, vending machines are better suited to appliance dollies that have large front wheels and small rear wheels.

Invest in battery operated stair climbing appliance dollies

If your company hauls items up and down stairs on a regular basis, investing in battery operated stair climbing appliance dollies may be a good idea. These dollies minimize the risk of injury to your employees and they decrease the risk of damaging the appliances. When you purchase one of these appliance dollies, make sure your employees fully understand how to secure the load and operate the dolly.

Choose appliance dollies that have ratchet straps included. These straps help to secure the load. Additionally, they will save time when securing the load.

Research White Papers