Roller Skids
I AM MOVING HEAVY LOADS ACROSS EXPENSIVE FLOORS, WHAT TYPE OF ROLLER SKID SHOULD I USE?
On smooth level floor surfaces (wood, ceramic, stone) or epoxy coated factory floors we recommend roller skids that use non marring polyurethane wheels. (Poly wheel and steel chain roller skids do not roll easily on carpeted floors and require a temporary...
What is the capacity range available for each individual Roller Skid or Machine Skate?
The capacity ranges are from 2,500 lbs - 30,000 lbs per roller skid or machine skate.
What is better for my floors – polyurethane wheels or roller chains?
Poly wheels are best suitable for level ceramic, wood, or smooth concrete floors that are free from debris. Poly wheels are suitable for rugs as well since they will not leave grease marks behind like the roller chains. Please, however, be aware that...
What wheel options are available for the MultiRoll roller skids?
Polyurethane and Steel
How do I steer the MultiRoll Roller Skids?
The T-Bar connects to the front end of the roller skid and by means of leverage the T-Bar can orient the direction of the roller skid from one side to the other. The swivel tops allow this motion.
What if my application requires my MultiRoll Roller Skids to have no swivel tops?
The Swivel Tops are removable and for an extra initial investment each roller skid can be customized with a permanently affixed rectangular pad.
What is the difference between a 3-Point Load and a 4-Point Load Rigging System?
A 3-Point Load refers to a load that is resting on 3 Points. If you look at Cherry’s selection of “Complete Kits” for the brand GKS you will see examples of a 3-Point Load Rigging System. See photo below:
As you can see there are...
What is a Tandem Dolly?
It is a dolly that provides the advantage of a 3 Point load system while being a part of 4-Point Rigging System. In other words, the dolly which is the front steering portion of the rigging system has one handle that orients 2 separate machinery skates...
What country of origin is represented by your line of roller skids?
1) The MultiRoll Brand of Roller Skids (Mark 1,2,3,TL4,TL5,6,and 12) is made in America.
2) The GKS Brand (RL2-10238, RL4-10240, and RL4W-11110) of Roller Skids is made in Germany. .
3) The Vestil Brand of Roller Skids (FMS-3, Titan – 2, 8, 15...
If I have a load that weighs 15,000 lbs what Roller Skid or Transport Dolly Kit would you recommend?
First, determine the type of kit you would like to purchase – a 3 Point Load Kit or a 4-Point Load Kit. (See the above question if you would like to better understand the difference between the 2)
Next, choose a kit with a total weight capacity that...
What is the purpose of a tandem connector for the MultiRoll Roller Skids?
Tandem connectors are very useful when your application requires moving a heavy load in one direction (no turning). A tandem connector attaches the back of a MultiRoll Roller Skid with the front of a MultiRoll Roller Skid in essence creating a train. ...
What is the difference between a Roller Skid with Poly wheels and a Roller Skid with Roller Chains?
A roller skid with poly wheels is beneficial for rigging projects that require care for the floors. For example, poly wheels do not leave marks on floors and they are good when conveying loads over wood, ceramic, or (clean and smooth) cement floors. ...
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