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Overview
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.
Best suited for:
Thorstein Selmer
International account manager
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 caster layout.
Available for existing trolleys and carts
Discover integration possibilities in your product
The Compact drive wheel has been successfully integrated into:
The Compact drive is also available as part of the FieldFit retrofit solution for existing trolleys and carts.
Each esense drive wheel is designed for specific movement requirements and applications. Discover the full range:
Components
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 | 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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