Multipurpose Versa Trolley for Optimising Material Handling at Construction Sites

Abstract

Manual material handling is one of work activities that have an effect on the physical aspect of workers in the construction industry. This study concentrates on creating a versatile trolley to support construction activities. Different kinds of trolleys are available in the construction for various types of applications. Depending on the particular application, one will choose the trolley, but it is limited to do a specific task. This study aims to design the Versa Trolley which could be used for multi-purpose and to obtain the maximum loads can be carried by the Versa Trolley. The development of trolley, which includes design on the basis of creativity skills and fabrication process. A versa trolley designed is the integration of platform trolley and a ladder. By using stability testing, a functional trolley can support the weight of both construction materials and humans while serving two distinct functions