Tag: recreational vehicle mover

Versatile Trailer Mover Useful for Boats, RVs

Spring is officially here. It’s not the daffodils poking through the ground that tipped me off; it was the parade of boats and RVs on the highway this weekend that clued me in. When people put their boats in the water and fire up their RVs, you know that spring is in the air. The folks in Chicago and Detroit may still have to shovel a few inches of snow this month, but most of the country (Nebraska excluded) is starting to enjoy warmer days, and thoughts are turning to summer pleasures.

Developed to facilitate the easy movement of trailers around manufacturing plants and storage facilities, DJ Products’ versatile TrailerCaddy trailer mover has been appropriated by the boating and RV industries. Ergonomically designed to prevent the muscle strain associated with moving large trailers and trailered equipment, DJ Products’ TrailerCaddy makes it possible to move heavy, unwieldy boats and RVs at plants, in showrooms and on sales lots with ease. Our ergonomic trailer pusher protects the health and safety of your workers, putting the strain on the equipment, not on workers’ muscles and backs.

The compact design of DJ Products’ TrailerCaddy allows workers to effortlessly and safely maneuver boats and RVs while maintaining complete control over the vehicle, whether moving a RV across a crowded sales lot or positioning a boat in a tight showroom space surrounded by other expensive vehicles. Because our battery-operated TrailerCaddies are more efficient and less bulky than traditional electric trailer pulling equipment, they cost less to use, have lower maintenance costs, require less storage space, and result in fewer accidents.

Capable of moving trailers, RVs and boats up to weighing up to 20,000 pounds, DJ Products’ trailer mover is powered by three deep-cycle batteries for long run times, extended use between charging, and quiet operation. An electric braking system holds trailers safely on inclines, preventing potential accidents from run away trailers. Operated from the handlebar, the ergonomically-designed, variable-speed, high-tech speed controller allows smooth acceleration and de-acceleration from 0 to 3 mph both forwards and backwards. A safety stop switch conveniently mounted on the handle bar ensures immediate, safe stopping power. Non-marking tires protect showroom floors. Click here to see a film of DJ Products’ TrailerCaddy in action.

Electric Mover Turns Workers into Supermen!

TrailerCaddy Motorized Trailer Puller
TrailerCaddy Motorized Trailer Puller
We admit it isn’t faster that a speeding bullet, and you won’t find leaping tall buildings in the specs; but it can make you feel more powerful than a locomotive. If you’ve ever wanted to flex Superman muscles but your body is more Clark Kent, our incredible TrailerCaddy electric mover is just what you’ve been looking for. This powerful DJ Products electric mover turns ordinary workers into Supermen and Superwomen, allowing them to effortlessly transport heavy trailers and vehicles — no tights or capes required!DJ Products’ versatile TrailerCaddy electric mover pushes and pulls trailers that require lifting on one end before maneuvering. Heavy equipment trailers, RVs, campers and boats are easily moved down assembly lines, from manufacturing plant to storage lot, across dealer lots, on and off showroom floors, or into position at trade shows — no need to hook up to a truck when you need to move these vehicles short distances, just slide in the TrailerCaddy and a single worker can do the job, effortlessly. Click here to watch a video of DJ Products’ amazing TrailerCaddy in action.

Like all DJ Products electric mover, the TrailerCaddy electric mover is ergonomically designed to take the strain off workers. The sore backs, strained muscles and exhausting overexertion that plague workers who wrestle with large trailered equipment are eliminated by DJ Products’ ergonomic design features. Any worker of any size or physical ability can easily move trailers, vehicles or equipment using DJ Products’ electric TrailerCaddy trailer mover. Ergonomic design significantly decreases worker injuries and their associated medical, insurance, worker’s compensation and lost man-hour costs, representing a considerable savings to employers.Less bulky than traditional equipment, DJ Products TrailerCaddy electric mover is sleek, compact and designed to maneuver easily in tight spaces, diminishing potential damage to surrounding parts and equipment when moving bulky vehicles. The ergonomic variable speed twist grip prevents carpal tunnel syndrome while allowing operators instant and complete control over the unit at speeds of 0 to 3 mph in both forward or reverse. A high tech speed controller, neutral throttle braking and electric adjustable acceleration/braking ensure safe operation and maximum operator control of the unit. Click here for complete specs on DJ Products’ TrailerCaddy trailer mover.

Trailer Mover Is RV, Boat Storage Workhorse

Summer is winding down and we’ve already felt the first breath of fall in our neck of the woods. Still time for a few more weekends at the lake, but it won’t be long before folks are hauling their boats out of the water and cleaning out their RVs for winter storage. Getting these expensive mega toys tucked in for the winter used to be a herculean task. All decked out with the latest features, these babies are heavy. It required a couple of burly guys and a lot of muscle and straining to push and pull these vehicles around the storage lot or boat yard and maneuver them into their winter berths. Then the recreational industry discovered DJ Products’ versatile TrailerCaddy trailer mover. 

Originally designed to maneuver large, heavy cargo trailers and trailered equipment short distances around factory lots and storage facilities, DJ Products’ versatile TrailerCaddy trailer mover has found a new fan base in the recreational vehicle and boating industries. Using DJ Products’ motorized trailer mover, a single operator can easily move hefty RVs and boats into place in RV storage lots and boat yards. Tricky maneuvering in tight spaces is effortless with the compact, ergonomically-designed TrailerCaddy. Move forward or backward smoothly from a full stop to 3 mph with a turn of the handy twist-grip control handle. Maximum operator control and compact size minimize potential damage to surrounding vehicles, even in tightly confined areas like stacked storage facilities, dealer showrooms, repair bays and trade show displays. Ergonomic design minimizes the risk of potential muscle strain, making it possible for a single employee of any size, strength or gender to move vehicles with equal ease.

Click here for complete information about DJ Products’ versatile TrailerCaddy trailer mover and to watch a video of the trailer move in action.

Use a Trailer Mover to Bring an RV Out of Storage

Spring is just around the corner and it will soon be time for RV owners to get their RVs ready for warm weather use. Since an RV is not an all-weather vehicle, they have likely put their RVs under some kind of protective covering until they can use them again. If you own a garage or some other storage facility that is used to store RVs and you know that RV owners will need to move their vehicles short distances, you can offer them the use of a DJ Products Trailer Mover to get the job done. Remind them that they will want to take care as they move their RVs from your facility to the vehicle they use to for towing.

With our trailer mover, one person can push or pull an RV, camper, equipment trailer, or even a boat without the assistance of another person. The powered trailer mover is less bulky than the traditional electric trailer puller product, which results in fewer accidents and lower maintenance costs. Increased control over the trailer mover in tightly confined areas also causes minimal damage to surrounding parts and equipment compared to other electric puller products.

In addition to offering the use of a trailer mover, you can also be sure to advise people that most RV enthusiasts would recommend checking on a trailer periodically during the winter to make sure that it has not suffered any damage due to cold weather or snow. And whether they have been checking on their vehicles throughout the winter season or not, they should certainly inspect their RVs for any damage before they get ready to move them.

RV Industry Predicts Strong Boosts in Production for 2016

Trading Houses For RV's
Trading Houses For RV’s

A variety of trends are coming together to push the RV industry to new heights. Production of motor homes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels has increased and may set new records in 2016 and beyond. For auto dealerships and related companies, this means a greater need for logistics and handling tools like a car pusher and trailer mover on site.

The boom in RV sales has several key factors:

  • Younger generations are seeking outdoor recreation, and many are choosing agile, mobile lifestyles instead of settling down in one place.
  • Aging Baby Boomers continue to downsize and hit the road. Older Americans are trading in houses for RVs to tour the country and visit grandchildren.
  • Technology has innovated the RV market with new features that appeal to both dedicated campers and new RV owners seeking luxury features — increasing demand for both new and existing RV consumers.

Handling the Increase of RV Production

RV manufacturers will reach shipment numbers not seen since before the great recession that began in 2007. For dealerships, this means accepting and storing inventory levels far beyond what has been the norm in recent years.

Material handling equipment like a motorized trailer mover can help employees safely and effectively move RVs like fifth wheel trailers and travel trailers. Motor homes and other heavy vehicles can also be pushed or pulled more easily with a powered trailer mover.

For dealerships and transport companies, the benefits of a vehicle pusher can significantly impact the bottom line by preventing workplace injury and streamlining daily operations. Visit DJProducts for more info on truck and trailer movers to handle RVs and other vehicles.