Embodiments of a utility cart according to the solution feature a three front-wheel arrangement on a common axle and a pair of swiveling rear wheels attached to a frame. Certain embodiments feature a sub-frame that is releasably locked to a main frame portion such that, when the locking mechanism is removed, the sub-frame may be lifted to pivot around the front axle and tip a tub aspect carrying a payload. Certain embodiments may also comprise a handle aspect that is slidably engaged with the frame of the cart such that it can be extended to various positions, including being fully disengaged, flipped and reengaged to translate from a push state for a manual user to a pull state for a hitch.

An electric push cart includes a motor; a drive wheel that is rotationally driven by the motor; a cart frame that rotatably supports the drive wheel and includes left and right handles for a user to hold; a controller that drives the motor and issues a warning. The controller issues a warning when a motor-stop condition is fulfilled as a result of an increase in load on the motor when driving the motor and stops the drive of the motor after a given time has elapsed.

The present invention comprises a wheelbarrow for use on a surface. The wheelbarrow is generally comprised of a first and second handle, a receptacle, a chassis, at least one leg, a front wheel, a back wheel and an assembly. The assembly includes a on which allows back wheel to pivot between a first position and a second position. When the back wheel is in the first position, the legs are in contact with the surface. When the back wheel is in the second position the legs are raised off of the surface.

The water cart may comprise a frame, a wheel assembly, and a plurality of cargo boxes. The water cart may be a wheelbarrow-like cart for transporting a plurality of 5 gallon buckets containing water. The plurality of cargo boxes may be coupled to the top of the frame and may be held substantially level on the frame by spacers located under the front of each box. The water cart may be moved by a user by lifting a pair of handles and rolling the water cart forward on the wheel assembly. The water cart may comprise single-wide cargo boxes that hold one bucket, double-wide cargo boxes that hold two buckets, or a combination thereof. The water cart may be operable to transport other items in addition to or in place of the buckets. As a non-limiting example, the water cart may transport feed and water.

Material handling devices are generally disclosed. Specifically disclosed is an improved hand truck handle mechanism that improves ergonomics as well as provides for better control of the material handling device by providing several variable grasping points that allow manipulation of the material handling device depending on the load and environment.

Material handling devices are disclosed. Specifically disclosed are hand truck structures related to the toe plates of hand trucks. The disclosed toe plate mechanism includes both a static and folding toe plate that allows for a compact hand truck for storage. Also disclosed is a locking mechanism that allows the handle to have a compact storage position.

Material handling devices are disclosed. Specifically disclosed are hand truck structures such as toe plates, wheel supports, handles, and lock mechanisms, as well as methods of construction and manufacturing. Toe plate support structure and geometry as well as manufacturing methods improve strength and functionality. Handle designs to improve maneuverability as well as comfort while using a hand truck are also disclosed.