IDEC Corporation announces the new ez-Wheel Assist Wheel Drive (AWD) EW1A Series, providing electrical motion assistance for industrial manual material handling equipment. With the help of an EW1A, workers can easily and safely move heavy loads, increasing productivity and efficiency.

Even in highly automated facilities, there remain many operations requiring personnel to exert manual force to move trolleys, carts, and other mobile equipment. Besides the physical challenge, workers could also be susceptible to injuries or other musculoskeletal issues while performing these tasks. The EW1A addresses this and other issues with an integrated electric motorized wheel solution that is easily retrofitted onto existing trollies or designed into new equipment.

Companies everywhere need solutions for improving the safety and efficiency of their workers, helping them comply with standards like ISO 11228-2 for ergonomics, and potentially reducing insurance costs. The IDEC ez-Wheel Assist Wheel Drive EW1A Series meets these needs as the world’s first 100% integrated industrial autonomous wheel, combining the wheel, gearbox, drive, battery, and control solution in a compact and modular form factor. It is easily retrofitted on any existing moving equipment as an aftermarket solution, to upgrade and update working capabilities.

All models can accept internal batteries, which are recharged with a specific cable and charger. Two controller options are available.

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