Steering configuration has a major influence on how a trackless transfer cart performs inside a factory.
A conventional steering arrangement is suitable for applications with adequate aisle space and relatively simple routes.
For more restricted areas, vehicles can be designed with steering systems capable of smaller turning radii and more flexible movement.
Certain customized heavy-duty transport vehicles can also provide multidirectional movement depending on the wheel and drive configuration.
Before selecting a steering system, engineers should evaluate:
- Minimum aisle width
- Turning radius
- Vehicle dimensions
- Load dimensions
- Required positioning accuracy
- Travel direction
- Available floor area
A larger vehicle does not necessarily require a large operating area if the steering system is designed correctly.
For this reason, factory layout drawings are very useful when designing a customized trackless transfer cart.