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Transport Trolleys

Durable A-frame trolleys supporting crane and forklift glass transport.

Heavy-duty A-frame transport trolleys designed for safe movement of glass from glass factory to vehicle to window factory.

Factory-to-Site Handling Efficiency

Load direct from production line and secure quickly for vehicle transport using forks or cranes.

Dual Retention Modes

Safety arms for factory use and strap-pole systems for transport prevent glass shifting or damage.

Strong, Durable Construction

Hot-dip galvanised mild steel with aluminium pole system reduces weight and ensures long service life.

Professional Load Security

Tongue and container lockdown points ensure safe fastening to truck decks for road compliance.

SPECIFICATIONS
  • A-frame construction for strength and stability

  • Designed to transport DGUs up to approximately 2000 mm × 1700 mm

  • Main models approximately 2.0 m long with 1.7 m glass height

  • Optional safety arms for factory retention

  • Glass retention poles provided for transportation

  • Hot dip galvanised finish for longevity

  • Quality castors rated approximately 460 kg each

  • Handles for manual manoeuvring in factory environments

  • Bearing surfaces covered with non-marking polymer

  • Forklift pockets for safe loading and unloading

  • Welded construction for durability

  • End caps available for load encapsulation

  • Designed and fabricated in Australasia

OPTIONS
  • Safety arms for infactory storage and retention

  • Top lifting eyes and engineered certification if required

  • Signage panels for branding and load identification

  • End plates for preventing oversized load overhang

  • Forklift pocket integration

  • Multiple sizes and weight ratings available

  • Custom locking interfaces to match truck load retention points

    • A-frame construction for strength and stability

    • Designed to transport DGUs up to approximately 2000 mm × 1700 mm

    • Main models approximately 2.0 m long with 1.7 m glass height

    • Optional safety arms for factory retention

    • Glass retention poles provided for transportation

    • Hot dip galvanised finish for longevity

    • Quality castors rated approximately 460 kg each

    • Handles for manual manoeuvring in factory environments

    • Bearing surfaces covered with non-marking polymer

    • Forklift pockets for safe loading and unloading

    • Welded construction for durability

    • End caps available for load encapsulation

    • Designed and fabricated in Australasia

    • Safety arms for infactory storage and retention

    • Top lifting eyes and engineered certification if required

    • Signage panels for branding and load identification

    • End plates for preventing oversized load overhang

    • Forklift pocket integration

    • Multiple sizes and weight ratings available

    • Custom locking interfaces to match truck load retention points

PRODUCT DEMONSTRATON
REQUEST A QUOTE

We’ll work with you to provide an accurate quote based on your specific vehicle and requirements. Our team will design and fabricate a solution that perfectly fits your needs and vehicle specifications. 

WHY CHOOSE METALCRAFT

Our products are engineered for durability, safety, and efficiency — trusted by glazing and window experts across New Zealand and around the world.

PROVEN EXPERTISE

With over 30 years in glass, window, and flat-panel handling, our team solves complex challenges with practical, industry-led solutions that improve safety, reliability, and productivity.

Performance engineered

Every product is built in-house using advanced CAD, 3D modelling, and proven manufacturing systems—ensuring precision, durability, and long service life.

skills & Quality 

From design to fabrication, our qualified tradespeople and supervisors work with steel, aluminium, and specialised materials to deliver world-class results.

Trusted Worldwide

Proudly New Zealand-made and exported globally, our equipment is recognised for innovation, robustness, and delivering strong return on investment through safer handling and reduced damage.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR RETENTION SYSTEMS

View our external retention system information and extending your external frails

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Let’s Build Something Together

Our process is designed to be easy, efficient, and flexible. No matter how your vehicles are currently being fitted out, we can support you locally or internationally through our trusted network of installers. We’re happy to collaborate directly with your dealer or supplier to deliver the best outcome.

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