Move heavy loads ergonomically and flexibly in sensitive areas

Electric manoeuvring assistance for cleanroom, pharmaceutical and food industry applications.

In hygienically sensitive production environments, heavy containers, process trolleys and transport trolleys must be moved safely, manoeuvred precisely and positioned with control on a daily basis – often in confined spaces and under stringent requirements for cleanliness, ergonomics and process safety. Electric Drive Systems such as ErgoMove assist staff in pulling and pushing heavy loads. They reduce physical loads, facilitate controlled movement sequences and help companies make internal transport processes in pharmaceutical, cleanroom and food sectors more ergonomic and safer.

When high hygiene requirements meet heavy loads

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Safety requirements:
  • High standards for corrosion resistance and IP protection
  • Durable and reliable transport solutions required
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Prevention of contamination:
  • Requirement for a design that is easy to clean
  • Use of low-abrasion materials
  • Ensuring product purity
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Changing environmental requirements:
  • Cross-departmental use
  • A flexible solution is required to prevent the spread of contamination
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Limited mounting height:
  • Requirement for compact solutions with a low mounting height
  • Reliable ground contact and high load capacity

The solution: ErgoMove

ErgoMove combines ergonomics, safety and cost-effectiveness in a flexible solution for the mechanical engineering sector. Existing transport trolleys or bespoke systems can be easily upgraded and adapted directly to real-world processes.

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Work more ergonomically

ErgoMove reduces the load involved in pulling and pushing heavy loads – thereby promoting healthier working conditions.

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Safer transport

Controlled starting, steering and braking ensure greater safety in day-to-day work – even with fluid or fluctuating loads.

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More precise manoeuvring

Sensitive movement in confined spaces – with a particularly small turning radius.

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Retrofit

Retrofitting often allows existing transport equipment to be upgraded cost-effectively.

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Flexible rather than rigid

A cost-effective alternative when an AGV is too complex or inflexible.

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Ready for 24/7 operation

Suitable for demanding production environments and 24/7 operation – even with frequent start-stop cycles.

ErgoMove – The modular system

ErgoMove is a highly flexible, modular system that equips all types of transport vehicles, machines and plant with electrically powered drive, steering and braking assistance via a plug-and-play solution. Operating concepts are combined with drive concepts and supplemented by options. This enables even the heaviest loads of up to 4,000 kilograms to be moved safely and easily by hand.

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Drive concepts

Driven fixed castors in various performance classes enable ergonomic moving and braking of heavy loads.

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Operating concepts
Intuitive and ergonomically designed human-machine interface for easy adaptability to machines and devices of all kinds.
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Accessories

Rounding off / completing the offer for customizing the system to application-specific requirements.

Developed from practical experience for sensitive applications

How ErgoMove improves transport processes in the pharmaceutical, cleanroom and food production sectors

More than just theory: Numerous companies in the hygiene, pharmaceutical, cleanroom, food, semiconductor and optical industries are already successfully using ErgoMove. From mobile work and process trolleys through to material handling systems and bespoke plant solutions.

Semiconductor and manufacturing industries

Semiconductor and optical industries

In cleanrooms and semiconductor manufacturing, sensitive components, equipment and materials must be moved safely and precisely. With ErgoMove, even heavy loads can be manoeuvred ergonomically and positioned with precision – ensuring controlled transport processes, enhanced process reliability and maximum manoeuvring precision.

Industry-specific benefits at a glance:

  • Improved manoeuvrability in confined spaces
  • Precise positioning of sensitive components
  • Greater process reliability
  • Reduction in physical load on staff

Food industry

In food production, heavy tankers, mixing vessels and transport trolleys must be moved daily between different production areas. At the same time, damp environments, regular cleaning processes and high hygiene standards place special demands on the systems used. ErgoMove supports controlled acceleration, precise manoeuvring and safe brakes for heavy loads. This allows transport processes to be designed more ergonomically and significantly reduces physical loads.

Industry-specific benefits at a glance:

  • Safe manoeuvring of heavy loads
  • Controlled starting and braking
  • More ergonomic workflows
  • More efficient internal transport processes
  • Safe movement of heavy liquid containers
Food industry

Pharmaceutical industry

Pharmaceutical and medical industries

In the pharmaceutical and medical industries, sensitive products, process vessels and mobile equipment must be moved safely, precisely and in a controlled manner. With ErgoMove, even heavy loads can be manoeuvred ergonomically and positioned with precision – ensuring greater process reliability, reduced physical loads and efficient workflows.

Industry-specific benefits at a glance:

  • Ergonomic handling of heavy containers and process trolleys
  • Precise and controlled movement sequences
  • Safe positioning in sensitive production environments
  • Increased process reliability and efficiency in day-to-day operations

Examples of use

Pharmaceutical containers
Transport trolleys for semiconductors

With a bespoke ErgoMove 2000P solution, existing transport trolleys can be retrofitted to meet ergonomic requirements. This makes it much easier to manoeuvre components weighing up to 1,000 kg.

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Dough containers

With the ErgoMove 1000 electric manoeuvring aid, even heavy kettle trolleys with a total weight of up to 700 kg can be moved ergonomically and safely between different production stations.

Transport trolleys for semiconductors
Pharmaceutical containers

Thanks to a specially adapted ErgoMove 4000 solution, ystral can now move a 2.5-tonne process unit safely, ergonomically and precisely under cleanroom conditions with just one person.

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Meal trolleys in the healthcare sector 

Ergonomic support for hospital staff: ErgoMove 1000 optimises the transport of meal trolleys at the St. Vinzenz Rehabilitation Clinic

ErgoMove Consultancy

Are you facing similar challenges?

In a personalised consultation, we will analyse your requirements and work with you to develop a suitable solution for greater efficiency, safety and flexibility in your operations.

  • Free of charge
  • No obligation
  • Tailored specifically to your needs

Specially developed for hygienic environments: the ErgoMove 4000 Inox stainless steel version

In hygienically sensitive and corrosive operating environments, electric driving assistance alone is not sufficient. Here, transport solutions must also meet high standards in terms of cleanability, protection rating, contamination prevention and compact design. The ErgoMove 4000 Inox was developed precisely for these applications: as a corrosion-resistant, modular stainless steel system with IP65 protection, which can be integrated compactly into new or existing transport equipment. This modular system solution combines high load capacity with a low mounting height, a design that is easy to clean and individually adjustable driving characteristics. This enables even heavy loads, liquids or sensitive materials to be moved in a controlled, safe and ergonomic manner – even in confined production areas and under demanding hygienic conditions.

ErgoMove 4000 Inox

Features

  • Stainless steel construction
  • IP65 protection rating
  • Corrosion-resistant version
  • Hygienic surfaces
  • Suitable for damp and demanding production environments
  • High load capacity of up to 4,000 kg

ErgoMove 4000 Inox control unit
Control unit: Flex-Cockpit Remote Control Inox

The wired Flex-Cockpit Remote Control Inox provides a better view of the application whilst driving. It is fitted with two rotary encoders and, thanks to its carrying strap, can be carried easily, ergonomically and comfortably.

ErgoMove 4000 Inox drive unit
Drive unit: Electrically powered stainless steel heavy duty fixed castor

The product includes one left-hand and one right-hand castor. The castor is made from corrosion-resistant material and features a suspension system to compensate for uneven ground. Also available with a foot guard as an option.

ErgoMove 4000 Inox supply unit
Power unit

Power unit with integrated control system and battery pack. Also available with an external battery swap box – for quick and easy battery replacement.

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