What type of carrying aid is best for large, bulky items?

The best type of carrying aid for large, bulky items is hand trucks and wheelbarrows. Both offer a very practical way to transport heavy items more easily.

Hand trucks: These are particularly well suited for moving tall and heavy items. They have a small platform on which the item is placed, and large wheels that make transport easier. There are also special stair-climbing hand trucks equipped with triple-rotating wheels, allowing loads to be moved safely and easily up and down stairs.

• Advantages of the hand truck: Easy transport of tall items, suitable for stairs, can carry loads of up to 250 kg.
• Disadvantages of the hand truck: Not suitable for bulky, flat items.

Wheelbarrows: They are very well suited for transporting bulky and heavy items. With their wide and deep tray, they can hold a wide variety of items. However, using them requires a bit more effort than a hand truck, as part of the load’s weight must be supported by the person.

• Advantages of the wheelbarrow: Ideal for bulky items, versatile use, can carry loads of up to 100 kg.
• Disadvantages of the wheelbarrow: More effort required, not very practical for stairs.

The choice of the appropriate carrying aid depends on the type of item being transported as well as the place of use.