Compact drive wheel

Overview

Esense Compact drive wheel

The esense Compact drive wheel is a compact electric drive wheel designed for reliable forward and backward movement. It provides intuitive drive support for trolleys, carts and other mobile equipment where installation space is limited. With the drive wheel permanently in contact with the floor, it provides consistent traction and smooth, controlled movement. Available in the UK for integration into new and existing mobile equipment.

Best suited for:

  • Trolleys with limited installation height (160 mm)
  • Compact equipment that primarily travels in straight paths
  • Mobile equipment covering longer, linear routes

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Thorstein Selmer

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Compact drive benefits

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Integration & ideal applications

The Compact drive wheel is typically integrated as a 5th wheel, positioned centrally between two rigid wheels or between four swivel wheels. This configuration adds powered mobility while maintaining the functionality of the existing castor layout.

Available for existing trolleys and carts

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Proven across different applications

The Compact drive wheel has been successfully integrated into:

  • Industrial and transport trolleys
  • Tool trolleys and mobile workstations
  • Logistics and warehouse trolleys
  • Medication and medical trolleys
  • Meal distribution and serving trolleys

The Compact drive is also available as part of the FieldFit retrofit solution for existing trolleys and carts.

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Components

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Specifications

Use environment Indoor use
Drive unit installation height 160 mm
Control Force sensitive sensors
Max. assisted speed Up to 6 km/h
Max. weight on horizontal surface Up to 540 kg
Max. weight on slopes Up to 400 kg
Max. slope angle
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

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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

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

Sr. Charge Practicioner, UK

About investment in patient transport stretchers with esense drive.

"...eliminates any effort required during movement"

“The motorised 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

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

Bart Brinkhuis

Ergonomics coach, Liberein

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