Moving heavy equipment weighing tens or even hundreds of tons in factory workshops, warehouses, docks, and construction sites has always been a dangerous and labor-intensive task. Traditional methods rely either on forklift towing or manual prying – the former is impractical in confined spaces, and the latter is inefficient and prone to workplace injuries. Battery-powered machine skates, also known as electric machine skates, motorized machine skates, self-propelled machine skates, remote-controlled heavy load dollies, or battery-powered load moving skates, are low-profile electric handling devices with high-strength wheels at the bottom and a load-bearing turntable at the top. Placed under heavy equipment, they are powered by a lithium-battery-powered motor. An operator, holding a wireless remote, can precisely drive equipment weighing tens of tons forward, backward, and turn. The entire process requires no brute force, no towing vehicle, and produces no cables or exhaust fumes.
YG Machinery, as a source manufacturer of industrial handling equipment, has delivered electric handling vehicles to customers in over 80 countries, including the United States, Australia, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia. If you are also feeling anxious about moving heavy objects, please contact us now for more information and to help you make the most suitable purchasing decisions.
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YG Hot-sale Battery-Powered Machine Skate Technical Parameters
| Parameters | YG-10 | YG-20 | YG-25 | YG-30 | YG-35 | YG-50 | YG-80 |
| Load Capacity | 10t | 20t | 25t | 30t | 35t | 50t | 80t |
| Motor Power | 400W×2 | 750W×2 | 1000W×2 | 1000W×2 | 1500W×2 | 2000W×2 | 2500W×2 |
| Battery Capacity | 30Ah ternary lithium | 60Ah ternary lithium | 60Ah ternary lithium | 60Ah ternary lithium | 120Ah ternary lithium | 120Ah ternary lithium | 120Ah ternary lithium |
| Body Dimensions (mm) | 600×500×140 | 620×620×155 | 620×620×155 | 700×700×185 | 750×750×185 | 910×800×185 | 910×800×200 |
| Turntable Height | 200mm | 200mm | 200mm | 200mm | 200mm | 200mm | 200mm |
| Turntable Diameter | 250mm | 250mm | 250mm | 320mm | 320mm | 320mm | 320mm |
| Weight | 85kg | 137kg | 150kg | 235kg | 240kg | 260kg | 280kg |
| Maximum Gradeability | 15° | 15° | 15° | 15° | 15° | 15° | 15° |
| Road Speed | 0-6m/min | 0-6m/min | 0-6m/min | 0-6m/min | 0-6m/min | 0-6m/min | 0-6m/min |
| Charging Voltage | 110-260V | 110-260V | 110-260V | 110-260V | 110-260V | 110-260V | 110-260V |
| Range (Fully Loaded) | 6-8h | 4-6h | 4-6h | 4-6h | 4-6h | 4-6h | 4-6h |
Key Features and Highlights:
- Wireless Remote Control Operation: One person can complete all handling, driving, and steering simultaneously, making it 4-5 times more efficient than manual pallet trucks.
- 360° Rotation: Turntable design allows for flexible turning even in narrow spaces.
- Removable Lithium Battery: Ternary lithium batteries are non-flammable and safe; battery replacement does not require unloading, ensuring continuous operation.
- Electronic Display: Real-time monitoring of battery level and operating status to prevent sudden power outages.
- Multiple Safety Protections: Overspeed, overload, and overtemperature protection ensure the safety of operators and equipment.
- Full Voltage Compatibility: Universal charging from 110V to 260V, compatible with global power grid standards.
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A Battery-Powered Machine Skate Mainly Consists of the Following Components
- High-strength steel frame: Welded from 1300MPa high-strength steel plate, 12mm thick, high load-bearing capacity, and deformation-resistant.
- Turntable: 250- 320 mm in diameter, 360° rotatable for turning on the spot.
- Drive wheels: Imported polyurethane (PU) wheels, highly elastic, non-marking, wear-resistant, and ground-friendly.
- Drive motors: Dual motor configuration (400W-3000W×2), providing ample driving force.
- Lithium battery pack: Ternary lithium battery, 48V system, capacity 30Ah-120Ah, removable, non-flammable, and safe.
- Wireless remote control: Controls forward/backward/stop, left/right turn, and stepless speed adjustment.
- Electronic display screen: Real-time display of battery level, speed, and operating status.
- Safety protection system: Overspeed protection, overload protection, and over-temperature protection.
Which Scenarios Are Suitable for Using Electric Pallet Trucks?
- Machinery Manufacturing: Workshop relocation and installation positioning of CNC machine tools, stamping equipment, and injection molding machines.
- Shipbuilding: Transfer of engines, propellers, and hull sections within docks and workshops.
- Energy and Power: Moving and positioning transformers, generators, and boiler components.
- Mining and Metallurgy: Relocation of heavy mining equipment such as crushers, ball mills, and hydraulic hammers.
- Aerospace: Precision handling of aircraft engines, wing components, and satellite payloads.
- Construction: On-site transfer of steel structures, prefabricated components, and large pipe fittings.
- Logistics and Warehousing: Rapid displacement of large shelving and heavy packaging.
- Petrochemicals: Installation and positioning of reactors, heat exchangers, and towers.
Whether it’s a factory relocation requiring heavy equipment moving skates or the installation of precision equipment requiring precise alignment, electric pallet trucks can handle it all. YG products are exported to more than 80 countries and regions, including the United States, Australia, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia.
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How to Choose the Correct Tonnage Electric Pallet Truck Based on Equipment Weight?
The core principle for selection is a safety margin of ≥20%. For example, if your equipment weighs 15 tons, you should choose a 20-ton pallet truck, not a 15-ton one. This is because the equipment’s weight distribution may be uneven; there may be inertial impact loads at startup; and the turntable’s load-bearing capacity needs to account for eccentric loads.
Suggested Selection Decision Process:
- Weigh or consult the equipment nameplate to obtain the actual total weight.
- Multiply by a safety factor of 1.2.
- Consider whether the transport route has a slope (slopes require a larger margin).
- Select a model with a load-bearing capacity ≥ the calculated value.
- If the equipment’s base area is small, confirm that the turntable diameter can cover the support surface.
From Order to Use – The Complete Delivery Process of Battery-Powered Load Moving Skates
First-time customers are typically concerned about the overall process time:
- Requirements Confirmation (1-2 days): Confirm equipment weight, handling distance, usage frequency, and ground conditions.
- Solution Quotation (1 day): Select the appropriate model and accessory combination, and receive a quotation.
- Production Cycle (7-15 days): Standard models ship within 7 days; customized models within 15 days.
- Sea/Air Freight (5-30 days): Flexible FOB/CIF terms available.
- Arrival and Use (Same Day): Unpack, charge, and operate according to the manual. Remote technical guidance is provided.
From order to deployment, standard products take as little as 2 weeks; customized products take 3-4 weeks.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Battery-Powered Machine Skates
A1: Yes. YG electric pallet sleds are suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. The lithium battery is waterproof, and the polyurethane wheels can operate normally on ordinary concrete and epoxy floors. However, it is recommended to avoid use on wet or extremely uneven surfaces.
A2: For example, the YG-35’s 120Ah lithium battery can operate continuously for 4-6 hours under full load and up to 8 hours under no load. The lithium battery is removable and replaceable, allowing for uninterrupted operation with a spare battery.
A3: Forklifts require wider aisles (typically ≥3m), while electric pallet sleds are compact and can operate with a 1.5m aisle. Forklifts cannot achieve millimeter-level precision positioning, while electric pallet sleds can. Furthermore, electric pallet sleds have zero emissions, can be operated by one person, and have lower overall operating costs.
A4: Very low ground requirements. Suitable for plain cement, epoxy, and tile floors. Polyurethane wheels can traverse 5- 10 mm cracks and thresholds. For poor ground conditions, larger diameter wheels are available.
A5: The YG series covers load capacities from 10 to 80 tons. Customization is available for larger loads (100 tons). For extra-large equipment, multiple transport vehicles can be used in combination.
A6: No professional qualifications are required. The remote control is simple and intuitive, similar to a remote-controlled toy car. It usually takes less than 30 minutes to learn. However, we recommend reading the instruction manual and adhering to safety regulations before first use.
