losseutstyr

Losseutstyr is a collective term for equipment used to unload and handle goods in logistics, shipping and warehousing. It includes devices for lifting, moving and positioning loads, and encompasses manual as well as powered tools and machinery. The goal is to move materials efficiently while maintaining safety and load integrity.

Common categories include rigging components such as slings, chains, ropes, hooks and lifting lugs; lifting devices like hoists, cranes and winches; and transport or handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks and stackers. Cargo handling machinery used in ports and distribution centers, such as container cranes, gantry cranes and spreaders, may also be considered part of losseutstyr. Portable items like hand trucks, trolleys and conveyors are frequently used in warehouses, while robotic handlers may be employed in automated facilities.

The equipment is used in a range of settings, including unloading goods from ships, trucks and trains; moving pallets and bulk materials in warehouses; and assembling or repositioning heavy components in manufacturing or construction. Selection considerations include the load’s weight, dimensions and center of gravity, the required reach and height, environment and weather conditions, and the power source and energy efficiency of the equipment.

Safety and maintenance are central to responsible use. Operators typically require training and certification, and equipment must be inspected before use, with regular servicing and load testing. Rated load capacities must never be exceeded, loads must be secured, and potential hazards such as pinch points, overhead risks and slip hazards must be addressed. Standards and regulations at national and international levels govern design, testing and operation to ensure safe handling.