Electric Tugs for the Defence Industry

Power Pusher electric tugs can be used to move a wide range of heavy wheeled loads across defence environments, including carts, dollies, engineering stands, maintenance platforms, specialist machinery, trailers and custom-built assemblies. They can also support some rail-mounted or track-based applications. The right solution depends on factors such as load weight, rolling resistance, surface conditions, gradients and how the tug connects to the load.

In some applications, yes. If a load is already on wheels and simply needs to be pushed, pulled or repositioned at ground level, a pedestrian-operated Power Pusher may be more suitable than using a forklift. Forklifts are still the better choice where loads need to be lifted, stacked or placed at height. The key is choosing the equipment that best matches the actual movement task.

Yes. Defence sites often need to move non-standard equipment, and many applications do not fit neatly into a standard handling category. Power Pusher products can be matched to different load types and operating environments, including workshops, depots, hangars, logistics areas and specialist production facilities. If the application is unusual, the Power Pusher team can assess the load, route and working conditions to help identify a suitable solution.

Yes, depending on the application and the specific equipment required. Some defence environments may include areas where flammable gases, vapours or dusts could create an explosive atmosphere, making ATEX-compliant equipment necessary. In these cases, the suitability of the Power Pusher needs to be assessed against the site’s hazardous area classification, the load being moved and the operating conditions. Not every model or configuration will be appropriate, so the requirement should be discussed with the Power Pusher team at an early stage to identify a suitable solution.