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Overview
The esense Fixed drive wheel is a powerful and reliable electric drive wheel for heavier or frequently moved mobile equipment. Designed for forward and backward movement, it provides intuitive drive assistance for smooth, controlled transport, even with heavier loads.
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Thorstein Selmer
International account manager
The Fixed drive wheel is typically integrated as a 5th wheel, positioned centrally between two rigid wheels or between four swivel wheels. This configuration adds powered drive support while maintaining a simple and robust wheel layout.
Discover integration possibilities in your product
The Fixed drive wheel has been successfully integrated into a wide range of mobile equipment, including:
Different applications require different types of movement. Discover the full esense drive wheel range and find the solution that best fits your product:
Components
Specifications
| Use environment | Indoor use |
| Drive unit installation height | 200 mm |
| Control | Force sensitive sensors |
| Max. assisted speed | Up to 6 km/h |
| Max. weight on horizontal surface | Up to 600 kg |
| Max. weight on slopes | Up to 450 kg |
| Max. slope angle | 6° |
| Braking | Automatic brake at release of trolley |
| Protection rating | Up to IPx4 |
| Input power | 24V DC |
| Battery capacity | 3.8 Ah, 9 Ah or own battery |
| Certification | Prepared for integration on 60601-1 certified products |
What others say
"...I can now push with just one hand"
“The previous trolley was very difficult to drive and caused me pain. I’m very satisfied with the new drive. I can now push with just one hand, even with my frozen shoulder.”
Hospital catering staff member, NL
Working with a buffet trolley with esense drive
"...chance to embed risk prevention and staff welfare"
“Budgets must be justified, but we knew any injury causing extended sick leave would significantly impact staffing. This was our chance to embed risk prevention and staff welfare into our capital replacement program.”
Sr. Charge Practicioner, UK
About investment in patient transport stretchers with esense drive.
"...eliminates any effort required during movement"
“The motorized fifth wheel is activated by a simple touch on the push handles and eliminates any effort required during initial movement, steering and turning.”
Registered nurse, Italy
Operating hospital beds with esense drive
"...rewarded for making only a small physical effort."
“The more gentle you control the lift, the easier it moves. You are rewarded for making only a small physical effort.”
Bart Brinkhuis
Ergonomics coach, Liberein
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