Multi Reel Dolly for Handling Reels

Efficient and Hygienic Reel Handling with the ‘Hedgehog’ Multi Reel Dolly

A leading manufacturer operating in a high care clean room environment required a solution to store and transfer multiple rolls of material efficiently. The client faced challenges in managing heavy rolls, each with specific size requirements, while maintaining the highest hygiene standards. The need for a flexible, easy-to-use, and hygienic solution led them to seek a customised handling system that would optimize their operations.

The client needed a trolley capable of storing and transferring up to eight rolls with a combined maximum weight of 640 kg. The reels were previously stored on the floor or pallets, leading to potential contamination risks and inefficient space utilization. Manual handling of these rolls was also a concern, posing risks of injury and reducing operational efficiency.

Key requirements included:

• Safe storage and transfer of heavy reels.
• Compatibility with high care clean room environments.
• Ease of use to reduce manual handling.
• Customisation to accommodate various reel sizes.

To address these challenges, the ‘Hedgehog’ Multi Reel Dolly Portable Trolley was developed. The dolly features eight single spindles with rollers, allowing for the easy transport and storage of up to eight reels, each with a lift capacity of 80 kg.

The client’s specific requirements were assessed, and a custom design of the ‘Hedgehog’ Multi Reel Dolly was proposed to accommodate the different reel sizes.

The dolly was manufactured from Stainless Steel 304, ensuring durability and compliance with the client’s hygiene standards.

The reels were easily integrated with the Packline ‘Compac’ lifting machine, which facilitated the smooth transfer of reels to and from the dolly.

Operators were trained to use the new system, minimizing the learning curve and ensuring a smooth transition to the new handling process.

Key features of the solution included:

• Stainless Steel Construction: Made from Stainless Steel 304, the dolly is ideal for clean room environments with easy wipe-down surfaces to maintain hygiene.
• Spindles with Rollers: The solid single spindles equipped with transfer rollers facilitate smooth loading and unloading, reducing the need for manual handling and enhancing operator safety.
• Customisation: The bespoke design service enabled the dolly to be tailored to suit specific reel diameters, widths, and weights, ensuring an optimal fit for the client’s operations.
• Maneuverability: The inclusion of brakes and swivel castors provided full maneuverability in tight spaces, allowing the dolly to be easily positioned and secured as a storage facility.

The introduction of the ‘Hedgehog’ Multi Reel Dolly significantly improved the client’s operations:

• Enhanced Efficiency: The easy transfer and storage of reels reduced the time and effort required for handling, leading to increased productivity.
• Improved Hygiene: The stainless-steel construction and design of the dolly ensured that the reels remained off the floor, maintaining cleanliness and reducing contamination risks.
• Increased Safety: The use of spindles with rollers reduced manual handling, lowering the risk of operator injury and creating a safer work environment.
• Flexibility: The customised design allowed the dolly to meet the client’s specific reel dimensions, ensuring it could handle various types of rolls as required.

The bespoke ‘Hedgehog’ Multi Reel Dolly provided a tailored, efficient, and hygienic solution for the client’s reel handling needs. By addressing both operational and safety challenges, the dolly enabled the client to optimize their storage and transfer processes, contributing to a cleaner and more productive work environment.