► Garrick Herbert | Load Skates

Controlled Machinery Movement for Heavy Loads

Moving heavy equipment safely requires stability at ground level. Garrick Herbert load skates are engineered to support controlled relocation of machinery plant & oversized loads across workshops, warehouses & industrial sites. In trade environments reliable skates reduce lifting risk, improve positioning accuracy & protect floors during movement.

Machinery movers, rigging crews & maintenance teams across Australia rely on load skates when presses generators cabinets or plant equipment must be repositioned without cranes or forklifts. Supplied by Industrial Shed this range supports shutdown work factory reconfiguration & installation projects where precision movement matters.

Relocation planning typically places load skates alongside Material Handling Equipment to manage weight distribution during movement. During setup stages operators frequently use Measuring & Layout Tools to plan travel paths clearances & turning points before loading begins.

Surface condition directly affects skate performance. Floors contact points & load bases are often checked or adjusted using Hand Tools to remove debris or obstructions prior to movement. In many workflows skates operate together with Lifting Equipment to raise loads just enough for placement.

Movement control continues after placement. Loads are paused on Workbenches or temporary supports for alignment checks. Where directional force is required Winches assist with steady pulling. Load skates are also commonly used with Trolleys for staged relocation across longer distances.

What’s in This Collection:

► Fixed load skates
‣ Stable straight-line movement for heavy machinery

► Steerable load skates
‣ Directional control for turning & positioning

► Swivel-top load skates
‣ Allows rotation during tight maneuvers

► Heavy-duty load skate sets
‣ Designed for extreme weight & industrial loads

► Load skate accessories
 ‣ Handles turntables & connection components