Moving a ten-tonne machine inside a factory is slow and risky. A crane cannot reach every aisle. Forklifts tip under uneven loads. A machinery mover in Bologna needed a safer way. This YG 20-ton electric tank mover carried a 9.5-tonne machining center across the plant. It ran on battery power, under remote control. Here is how the move worked, step by step. You will see why a small platform replaced cranes and manual rollers. The numbers below come from a real job, not a brochure.
YG Motorized Load Mover Parameters
The table below lists the full YG electric machinery skate series. The 20T model was used in this project.
| Parameter | 10T | 20T | 25T | 30T | 40T | 50T | 60T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motor | 500W×2 | 750W×2 | 1000W×2 | 1200W×2 | 1500W×2 | 2000W×2 | 3000W×2 |
| Battery | 48V 30Ah | 48V 60Ah | 48V 60Ah | 48V 60Ah | 48V 120Ah | 48V 120Ah | 48V 120Ah |
| Load capacity | 10T | 10T | 12.5T | 15T | 20T | 25T | 30T |
| Towing weight | 10T | 20T | 25T | 30T | 40T | 50T | 60T |
| Running time | 2-3 h | 3-4 h | 3-4 h | 3-4 h | 4-5 h | 4-5 h | 4-5 h |
| Dimensions (mm) | 500×550×145 | 670×620×165 | 670×635×165 | 740×640×185 | 810×800×182 | 810×800×182 | 1110×800×185 |
How to read the model name: the number shows towing rating, not platform load. The 20T model carries up to 10 t on the platform and tows up to 20 t. Many buyers also call this unit a load-moving skate or an electric dolly.
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Project Background: Heavy Machine Moves in Northern Italy
Emilia-Romagna is a hub for machine tools and packaging equipment. Factories there relocate presses and CNC centers between plants each year. The client runs a machinery moving firm in Bologna. They handle machine relocation for manufacturers across northern Italy. Every job must protect a costly machine and a tight schedule. A single scratch on a precision spindle can cost thousands of euros.
The latest contract moved a 9.5-tonne CNC machining center. The plant had 3.8-meter aisles and no overhead crane. The floor sloped near the loading door. The old method used jacks, skates, and heavy equipment moving rollers. Workers pushed and steered the load by hand.
That method is slow and unsafe on a slope. A sudden shift can damage a precision machine. It can also injure a worker. The firm wanted a powered unit for tighter, safer control.
- Narrow 3.8 m aisles with no crane
- Sloped floor near the loading bay
- A 9.5-tonne precision machine to protect
- Manual rollers needed a five-man crew
Professional tip: measure aisle width and floor slope before choosing a mover. These two facts set the platform size and the wheel type.
The Core Problem: Manual Rollers Were Slow and Risky
The manual method had a clear weakness. Rollers and jacks need a large crew to push. On a slope, the load can run away. Braking by hand is unreliable on a heavy machine.
Each move also consumed hours of setup. Workers placed rollers, pushed, then reset them. The machine crept forward in short steps. Every reset risked a tip or a slip.
A machinery moving dolly can help with lighter loads. It still needs a crew to push on a slope. The real cost was not the rollers. It was the slow pace and the safety exposure. A powered mover removed both problems at once.
Professional tip: price the labor hours per move, not the tool. A five-man crew for one day often costs more than a powered mover.
The Solution: A 20 Ton Electric Tank Mover in Bologna
YG recommended the 20-ton electric tank mover for this job. Its 10-tonne load capacity covered the 9.5-tonne machine. The 750W dual motors and 48V battery gave steady power. A C7 remote let one operator steer from a safe distance.
A motorized load mover like this removes the manual push. The platform carries the load on polyurethane wheels. The operator walks beside it, not under it. The load stays level on uneven floors.
This unit sits in the same family as battery-powered load-moving skates. One worker steers while another watches the load. The unit turns in place within a small footprint. That mattered in the 3.8-meter aisles.
- 10 t load capacity matched the 9.5 t machine
- Dual 750W motors gave controlled power
- C7 remote kept the operator at a safe distance
- Polyurethane wheels protected the plant floor
- Compact body fit the narrow aisles
Professional tip: keep the load low and centered on the platform. A high, off-center load raises the tip risk. Low and centered is the safest rule.
Shipping the 20 Ton Electric Tank Mover to Italy
The unit shipped from our YG works in China to the Port of Genoa. Sea freight took about 28 days. It traveled in a steel-framed crate. The crate protected the battery, the remote, and all cables.
CE documentation went with the shipment. The technical file and declaration of conformity traveled inside the crate. EU customs will not release a machine without them. We prepared the papers before the container closed.
Customs clearance took two days at Genoa. A local forwarder moved the crate by road to Bologna. The crate arrived with manuals in English and Italian. Nothing was missing at the site gate.
- CE marking and technical file included
- English and Italian manuals supplied
- Steel-framed crate protected the battery
- Road delivery from Genoa to Bologna in one day
Professional tip: confirm CE and the declaration of conformity before shipping. A unit without them can stall at EU customs for weeks.
Deploying the 20 Ton Electric Tank Mover On Site
The team planned the route before the move. They measured aisle width, floor slope, and door height. Then they set the machine on wooden blocks. The mover slid underneath at four lift points.
Steps on site:
- Lift the machine and place blocks at four points
- Slide the mover under the load
- Lower the machine onto the platform
- Connect the remote and test the drive
- Move at walking speed to the loading bay
Setup took about 90 minutes. Two workers handled what once needed five. The remote gave fine control at the door lip. The load crossed the slope without a slip. No worker stood near the moving load at any point.
Professional tip: test the drive on a short straight run first. Confirm the brakes hold on the slope before the full move.
Operating Results of the 20 Ton Electric Tank Mover
The move finished in under three hours. The machine reached the truck without a crane or a scratch. The firm now uses the mover on every in-plant job. Average move time fell from a full day to a few hours.
The unit ran 3-4 hours on one charge. That covered several moves per shift. Overnight charging kept it ready each morning. No fuel, no exhaust, and no hydraulic leaks on the plant floor. Two more jobs now fit into the same week.
Floor protection also improved. The polyurethane wheels left no marks on the polished concrete. The plant manager noticed the clean floor after each move.
- Full move done in under three hours
- Setup time cut to about 90 minutes
- Two workers replaced a five-man crew
- 3-4 hours runtime per charge
- No floor marks or exhaust indoors
Professional tip: charge the battery to full before each shift. A half charge may not cover several moves in one day.
Customer Feedback and ROI of the 20 Ton Electric Tank Mover
The moving firm’s owner shared his view after several jobs. “We stopped renting cranes for in-plant moves,” he said. “One operator now does the work of a crew.” His team uses the mover almost daily. They now promise clients faster, safer moves on tight schedules.
The ROI case was easy to put into numbers. Each in-plant move once cost about €1,800 in crane rental and crew time. The mover cut that to about €300 in labor and power. At five moves a month, the firm saved near €7,500 monthly. The 20T unit paid back in about four months.
The firm also won two extra contracts that quarter. Faster setup let them quote tighter deadlines. That new work added revenue beyond the direct savings.
- Old cost per move: about €1,800
- New cost per move: about €300
- Monthly saving at five moves: about €7,500
- Payback period: about four months
Professional tip: log hours saved per job for one month. Compare them with your old crane and crew costs. Real numbers close the deal fast.
Key Results of the 20 Ton Electric Tank Mover
- Under 3 hours for a full in-plant machine move
- 90 minutes setup, down from a half day
- 2 workers replaced a five-man crew
- 10 t load capacity handled a 9.5 t machine
- €7,500 saved per month at five moves
- About 4 months to full payback
- Zero crane rental for small moves
Why Buyers Choose YG Machinery
YG Machinery has built material handling equipment for over 15 years. The company ships to more than 50 export markets. Each mover carries a 12-month warranty on motors and controllers. Spare parts leave stock within 48 hours.
Buyers also get free sizing help before purchase. The team reviews load weight, aisle width, and floor slope. That review reduces the risk of a wrong model. A dedicated engineer supports every export order.
- 15+ years in material handling equipment
- Export experience across 50+ markets
- 12-month motor and controller warranty
- Spare parts shipped within 48 hours
- Free pre-sale sizing review
Professional tip: ask for the warranty terms and spare-part lead time in writing. Clear terms protect you after delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 20 Ton machinery moving dolly
A1: It carries up to 10 t and tows up to 20 t.
A2: The 20T model runs 3-4 hours on one 48V 60Ah charge.
A3: Yes. CE marking and the technical file ship with each unit.
Q4: Can one operator control the mover?
A4: Yes. The C7 remote lets one person steer from a safe distance.
A5: Yes. The platform stays level and the brakes hold on slopes.
A6: Yes. The series runs from 10T to 60T load classes.
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Match the mover to your load weight, aisle width, and floor type. Confirm load capacity, battery runtime and remote range. Then check the warranty, CE papers and spare-part lead time. Good service matters more than the base price.
For bigger loads, compare it with heavy machine dolly skates. For tight sites, ask about the smaller 10T unit. For light loads on flat floors, a machinery moving dolly may be enough. Our team will point you to the right class.
Contact YG Machinery for a quote and free sizing advice. Send us your machine weight, aisle width and floor slope. Our engineers will reply with the right electric tank mover, delivery time and a price list. Request your quote today.
