• The word battery was first used by Benjamin Franklin in the year of 1748. It was used to refer to describe charged glass plates.
• Later, sometime between the years of 1780 and 1786, Luigi Galvani demonstrated the basis of nerve impulses that was the beginning of research that later led to the invention of the battery.
• In 1800, Alessandro Volta invented the first practical method of generating electricity between metals.
• In 1836, Daniell Cell invented a way to power telegraphs, telephones and even doorbells.
• The rest is history because these items have been a part of everyday use for over one hundred (100) years around the world today.

With a load capacity of seven hundred twenty (720) pounds, this two shelf hand truck is capable of moving many different types of items.

• Mail from the mail room to the office desk, including large packages;
• Luggage from the airplane to the terminal, from gate to gate;
• Hospital equipment, bedding, etc.
• Groceries from the truck to the market sales floor fast for easy stocking;
• Hotels, move bedding, luggage, TVs, tables, from room to room, to and from the lobby;
• Warehouses stock bins, load trucks and sort through product and equipment daily;
• Deliveries from the dock to the storage bin or rack.

The speed is controlled by the throttle located in the handle and can be easily operated with the touch of a finger. The throttle is easy to operate and can slow down or speed up the rate of movement across most terrains. A simple overnight charge is all that is needed to power up the VESTIL DRIVE CART. The battery charger is built in the handle. The throttle is handy because it is built right into the handle as well. The bottom shelf is non-slip rubber coated and has a load capacity of five hundred (500) pounds. While the top shelf has a load capacity of two hundred twenty (220) pounds, it has a non-slip rubber coating, too. The net weight of the VESTIL DRIVE CART is three hundred sixty four (364) pounds.

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As with all equipment, instructions on how to operate a hand truck should be read, practiced and observed before actual use.

• First, know how to properly load a hand truck, placing the largest item on the bottom, gradually moving to the smallest and not going past the top of the hand truck itself. Consider the range of vision and sight when loading any product.

• Second, always use the straps provided on the hand truck, securing it with the buckle or lock to insure that the loaded items will not fall off or over.

• Third, always pull the strap as tight as possible around the item that is to be moved. A loose strap may cause the load to shift, damaging the product or injuring the user.

• Fourth, slowly tilt the hand truck back towards the user making sure that it is not too heavy or shifts in any direction.

• Lastly, move slowly towards the area that the product needs to be, making sure that doorways, walkways, ramps, etc., are easy to access. Moving forward is the safest way to handle a hand truck while moving backwards is never recommended when moving anything whether it is a very large, heavy item or a light, fragile item, like a wall mirror.

Using a hand truck is a great idea for items that cannot be lifted easily with both arms by one person. As with all lifting tasks, always consider the width, height and weight to avoid injury to an employee’s back, neck, shoulders or arms. It is suggested that a belt that supports the back be used when moving things. If an item is too large or too bulky, for one person, then it is time to use a hand truck. Safety is the key to operating any type of equipment inside or outside, on stairs or level surfaces. Risking a worker is never worth it to the company, boss, supervisor, manager or CEO. When a hand truck is needed, it will do the job and will last for years without needing to be replaced unless it is damaged.

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The Wesco Custom has the baked-enamel finish paint. The top tray can easily be converted into a flat work space for writing, if needed. Although the size can be ordered, the shelves can be purchased and the option drawer can be added, this Utility Cart is delivered unassembled. Assembly is required. Instructions are included and can be put together with little effort. It is very simple and can be ordered in three (3) easy steps. First, choose the appropriate size. One of which is sixteen (16) inches by thirty (30) inches. The second is the larger of the two being twenty four (24) inches by thirty six (36) inches. Order the size that fits the need. Second, consider if you need an optional third shelf. Then, lastly, consider if an optional drawer should be included in the design. Because the carts are made of steel, by ordering one or several of these carts, you can expect them to last for years and years of use.

The following companies would benefit from purchasing the Wesco Custom Steel Utility Cart:
• Hospitals both private and public institutions.
• Pharmacy(s) within the pharmacy or the store that is included.
• Hair salons
• Spas for restocking towels and supplies.
• Doctors
• Chiropractors
• Restaurants can use these carts for serving their customers in one step.
• Schools both private and public for any number of tasks.
• Churches can use the carts for banquets or delivering books to the classroom.
• Retail stores for a multitude of jobs, pricing product, stocking, etc.
• Convenience stores for restocking product.
• Catering businesses is easy to imagine the uses.
• Offices for delivering mail or coffee.
• Government contractors
• Day cares for delivering snacks or toys.
• Retirement homes
• Rest homes can use for delivering medicines to the residents.
• Delivery services
• Mail companies for moving mail from place to place.
• Nail salons
• Florists
• Barber shops
• Thrift stores
• Car service companies use carts for moving oil and other parts to and from storage.
• Video rental stores use carts when switching out their new titles and resets.
• Fruit stands
• Grocery stores use carts for restocking and when pricing product on the shelves.
• Dollar stores
• Malls
• YOUR business

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Included in this inexpensive cart are the following features:
• Built-in storage box – located between the two shelves
• Lock – adding to the ability of storage
• Adjustable height – both shelves and be adjusted up or down as needed
• Tilt on demand – the two shelves both tilt easily
• Dual tops (two tops) – both can be used at the same time or just one

Practical, economical and versatile are all good reasons to own the Oklahoma Sound Presentation Cart. Practical because it is compact yet can hold more than one piece of equipment; economical because it is inexpensive and reasonable in price; versatile because this cart allows you to use a combination of audio and visual equipment including laptops, projectors, cameras or any other type of audio support and reference materials simultaneously.

The built-in storage box is equipped with a lock which adds to secure storage when the cart is not in use or can be left unlocked. Two (2) sets of keys are included for the lock when the cart is purchased. The storage box and shelves have an ivory finish. The steel frame is black.

The upper and lower shelves are adjustable to several different levels and heights. Both the upper and lower shelf tilts easily on demand or as needed. The two (2) dual tops can be level when needed or tilted to provide even more flexibility. If one shelf needs to hold a projector, it can be adjusted to hold the projector. The other shelf may be needed to hold notes or other reference material and needs to be at an angle. Both can be done at the same time or switched to accommodate the circumstances during the presentation.

The entire unit weighs fifty (50) pounds and is relatively lightweight making it easy to move the cart from office to office or class to class. The four (4) heavy duty casters roll easily but include two (2) locking features. The locking features are easy to engage making the cart itself sturdy and secured. While the six (6) outlet power strip is included and aids in wire management of the chords connected to the projector or other audio visual equipment. The power strip is standard with each cart.

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How does this Wire Mail Cart move across the floor? It is built with four (4) moving, rolling casters. Two (2) of the four (4) moving casters are built with braking capabilities. The brakes are easy to engage by pushing the latch in the downward position. This keeps the Mail Cart from rolling. The stability of the load is assured when the brakes are engaged.

If you have a business, this may be an ideal addition to your company equipment inventory. It is great for office use, warehouse use, even home use. Weighing only thirty three (33) pounds and thirty four (34) pounds, depending on the number of shelves, the Wire Mail Cart is sturdy but lightweight. Equipped with a handle, the cart can be handled by one employee using one or both hands. Although the Wire Mail Cart is not motorized, it is easy to use and should be considered for your business, medical facility, church, warehouse, or home.

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The Luxor Stainless Steel Service Cart has three (3) sturdy shelves all of which are stainless steel, too. Luxor also offers a two (2) shelf model of this same stainless steel cart. The choice is up to the buyer as to which best fits the need and use of either of these amazing carts. The shelves are placed twelve (12) inches apart for easy adding to the load or removing product upon delivery. The four (4) rolling casters are easy rolling with the locking capabilities on two (2) of the four (4) casters. The locks add to the stability of the cart and can easily be engaged with a slight push of a foot. Although the wheels do lock, care should be considered when stopping the cart.

The capabilities and specifications should be considered for the job that needs to be completed when using any service cart. The Luxor Stainless Steel Service Cart is a great choice and is built to last!

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Another way to describe the Luxor Tub Shelf utility cart is heavy duty.  No, not heavy in weight because it weighs a very lightweight twenty nine (29) pounds. The high density plastic is made to not rust, scratch, dent, fade or even chip.   Heavy duty means it is tough and reliable.  So if your company is:
•    Industry
•    Food
•    Health
•    Lab
•    School
•    Service industry
This can easily be the tub shelf utility cart you are looking for that company!  Consider how the cart will be used.  Next, decide who will use the cart and how many times per week or hours per day.  Finally, decide how many of these carts are needed.  Be assured that the tub shelf utility cart will be an excellent addition to your inventory.

The four (4) casters roll easily along many different types of floor surfaces.  Concrete, tile, hardwood, carpet, or across the parking lot, the casters are very quiet.  Two (2) of the four (4) rolling casters attached to the bottom tub shelf, easily lock for secure placement when the cart should not move.   The locking mechanism can be engaged with one (1) foot.  When the cart needs to move, a simple push upward will disengage the locking mechanism on one (1) wheel.  If both wheels need to be locked, engage both locking features for even more security.  Use one (1) foot to push the locking switch into the down position then lock the second rolling caster.  When the cart needs to be moved simply push the locking mechanism into the up position, not forgetting the second rolling caster, and it will move with little effort.  It is a good idea to use at least one of the locking features each time the cart is stopped.  Because it can be unlocked without effort, the habit of locking at least one of the casters adds to the stabilization of the cart itself.

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As with other utility carts, this Economical Plastic service Cart can be purchased with an optional third shelf.  Each shelf has a border to help prevent spilling of the load whether it is medicine, store product or food.  The edges are formed when made with the shelf and has no openings to aid in stopping any spills that might occur.  Rust is never a problem when ordering a plastic utility cart.

Two (2) sizes are available for the Economy Plastic Service Cart.  The first is sixteen (16) by thirty (30) inches.  The second cart is larger and measures twenty four (24) by thirty six (36) inches.  Although the dimensions are not that different, size is important when ordering.  The Cart should be small enough to move in and out of doorways.  The non-marking casters are just that, non-marking.  If the floors are carpet, normally there is never a problem with marks being left on carpet.  Tile and hardwood floors are a different matter.  Since the casters on these plastic carts do not leave lines or scuffs, tile and hardwood floors should not be a problem when using the Economy Plastic Cart on a day to day routine.

Since the Plastic Carts are made of man-made plastic, each is light-weight and can easily be used by one employee for moving mail, stock, product, food, beverage, books, files, medicines, just about anything you can think of to store or move, the Plastic Cart is the answer.  The average weight of a Plastic Utility Cart is a lightweight thirty one (31) pounds with the two (2) shelf model.  The third shelf will add some weight to the total if purchased but the total cart is still very easy to move because of the weight.    Built to last, waterproof and sturdy, The Economical Plastic Utility Cart is a great option for any number of uses.

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Built to last, The Esalera Staircat Stair Climbing Forklift is built as a modular.  It is self-containing and built in sections.  Each section can be replaced where the forklift is located at the time if the part is on hand.  There is usually never a need to send it to a repair shop.  This alone, saves time and money!  Battery powered and rechargeable, the powerful Staircat Forklift is easy to maintain.  An overnight charge is recommended to keep the Forklift powered up and ready at a moment notice.  When the battery does need to be replaced it is a very simple procedure and can be done with just a few steps.

Options to make the Escalera Staircat Stair Climbing Forklift are available to make it even more versatile and valuable.  Portable steps can make the Forklift adaptable to vans, small trucks, pickups and most delivery trucks without purchasing a lift-gate.  An extra rewind strap aids in securing whatever the load happens to be.  Swivel casters, an upgraded handle, an extra-large toe–plate, and big wheels can make the Staircat into the exact piece of equipment required for the job.  All of the accessories are easily removed or added.  When ordered, the forklift ships with the battery, charger and one rewind safety strap.

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