Products
View All ProductsTrailer Movers
Electric Tugs & Movers
If you need some help choosing a product or would like to book a demo, please get in touch using the link below:
Custom Electric Tugs
Applications
View All Applications
Super Power Pusher pushing metro cars at Helsinki Public Transport maintenance depot.
Power Pusher, with Roller Attachment, for pushing cable drums at Prysmian Cables.
Super Power Pusher, with Steering Arm, moving chemical ISO container into and out of wash bay.
Electric Tugs
Power Pusher designs and manufactures industrial electric tugs for moving heavy loads safely in demanding environments.
What is an electric tug?
An electric tug is a compact, battery-powered machine designed to move heavy wheeled loads safely and precisely at walking pace. Unlike forklifts or ride-on vehicles, electric tugs are pedestrian-operated and allow a single operator to push or pull loads that would otherwise require several people or larger equipment.
Power Pusher electric tugs are used in factories, warehouses, rail depots, utilities and specialist industrial environments where controlled movement of heavy loads is required. By reducing manual handling and improving operator control, electric tugs help organisations improve safety, efficiency and productivity.
One of the key reasons companies invest in electric tugs is to reduce manual handling risks in the workplace. According to the UK Health and Safety Executive, manual handling remains one of the most common causes of workplace injury.
View the Power Pusher range
Benefits of using an electric tug
- Move heavy loads with a single operator
Electric tugs allow one pedestrian operator to move loads that would otherwise require multiple workers or larger equipment. This improves efficiency while reducing physical strain on employees. - Reduce manual handling risks
By replacing pushing, pulling or lifting by hand, electric tugs significantly reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries associated with manual handling tasks. - A practical alternative to forklifts
For many internal moves, electric tugs provide a safer and more space-efficient alternative to forklifts. They require less operating space, are easier to manoeuvre and are designed specifically for controlled load movement rather than lifting. - No operator licence typically required
Pedestrian electric tugs are not lifting equipment like forklifts. In many workplaces they can be operated without a forklift licence, making training simple and fast. - Cleaner and quieter operation
Battery-powered electric tugs produce zero exhaust emissions at the point of use, making them ideal for indoor environments where air quality and noise levels are important. - Supports sustainability goals
Replacing engine-powered vehicles or reducing forklift usage can help organisations lower operational emissions and support sustainability targets.
Typical applications for electric tugs
Electric tugs are used across a wide range of industries to move heavy loads safely and efficiently. Common applications include:
- moving trailers in warehouses and yards
- moving cable drums and paper reels
- transporting loads on trolleys or carts
- moving rail bogies and rail-mounted equipment
- positioning machinery and production equipment
- moving vessels, tanks and industrial containers
Because electric tugs move loads at controlled walking speeds, they are particularly useful in environments where safety, precision and manoeuvrability are critical.
Electric Tug Models
Why choose a Power Pusher Electric Tug?
- Over 60 years of engineering experience.
Power Pusher electric tugs have been trusted worldwide for more than six decades. Our machines are used by manufacturers, utilities, aerospace companies and specialist industrial operators where reliability and safety are critical.
- Engineered and manufactured in the UK.
All Power Pusher machines are designed and manufactured in the UK by our specialist engineering team. Every machine is built to deliver reliable performance in demanding industrial environments.
- Custom solutions available.
Many applications require a tailored approach. Our engineers work closely with customers to design the right combination of machine and attachment to suit specific loads, floor conditions and operating environments.
- Expert support and after-sales service.
From initial enquiry through to installation and ongoing support, our experienced team is available to help ensure you get the most from your electric tug.
Contact us to start a chat about transforming your moving needs
Get in touch
If you have any questions or need advice from our experts, please complete the form below, and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. To attach images/drawings to help with your enquiry please use our detailed enquiry form.
