Cart Systems: A Cost-saving Forklift Alternative
In modern-day production environments, forklifts are an inefficient way to move materials—limited in capability and high in risk and cost. Across industries and applications, implementing effective forklift alternatives creates safer and more functional work environments.
Experience the Benefits of a Forklift-free Facility
Cart systems outperform forklifts on your facility floor across three key metrics.
Safety
Forklifts lack many of the uniform driver testing and safety features we expect from cars. In turn, they leave facilities susceptible to worker injuries and product damage. Cart systems are designed with superior safety features.
Cost
Along with high leasing and operating costs, forklifts also result in higher product damages and lower productivity compared to cart systems. Cart systems offer short- and long-term savings in each of these areas.
Efficiency
Forklifts only offer vertical lifting for one item at a time, typically in a pallet load quantity. As a forklift alternative, customizable tugger carts save time and effort by carrying multiple load types at once.
Proactively Protect Against Workplace Accidents
Most forklift accidents are in manufacturing. Forklift alternatives can minimize these risks.
80%
Forklift accidents involve
a pedestrian
110K+
Major forklift accidents
per year
$135M
Accident cost to business
per year
Tugger vs Forklift: A Side-by-Side Comparison
Forklift
Tugger
$2.40 cost per drop analysis with mother daughter carts*
Tailored Trains for Your Facility Floor
Areas with low pedestrian traffic and specific movement requirements —such as shipping and receiving—typically remain forklift areas, with additional restrictions and alerts in place to improve safety. For everywhere else, tuggers and customized trains are the superior choice.
At Geolean, we can help you determine which cart types will optimize your material flow. We offer a wide range of ready-to-order and custom-engineered options for daily activities.
The Case for Forklift Free
Ready to dive deeper into the advantages of forklift alternatives? See how a forklift-free approach could benefit your facility in this guide by Geolean’s experts.
Implement Forklift Alternatives with Confidence
Transitioning to a forklift alternative requires technical, process, and system adjustments—which can feel like an overwhelming undertaking at first.
Geolean simplifies the process with expert support for:
- Analysis and diagnostics
- Change management
- Solution recommendation
- Cart and train design
- Cart system implementation
Plus, we regularly follow up and provide ongoing support services to ensure your success. As your company grows, we can help you adjust or add cart systems to optimize material flow.
It’s Time to Take Action on a Forklift Alternative
The savings start as soon as you implement a tugger and cart system. Our experts are ready to help you make it happen. Contact us with your questions or to request a quote.