At Hilman, Inc., we know that moving heavy machinery isn’t just about brute force—it’s about precision, efficiency, and safety. Over the decades, we’ve engineered advanced powered moving systems that serve a wide range of industries, combining innovative technology with practical design. This guide combines high-level benefits, industry applications, and deeper technical details to help you evaluate the best solution for your needs.
Key Benefits of Powered Moving Solutions
- Increased Safety: Reduces manual handling and minimizes injury risk
- Operational Efficiency: Decreases downtime, enabling quicker equipment repositioning
- Enhanced Versatility: Handles a range of load sizes utilizing versatile packages and accessories
- Cost-Effectiveness: Cuts labor expenses and reduces damage-related costs
- Precision Control: Allows for exact placement of sensitive or heavy equipment
Hilman’s Powered Portfolio: Technical Overview
TK-EVO (40 Ton Capacity)
The TK-EVO Basic Package with Ramp Box (TKE40-BASIC-RB) is a compact, battery-powered solution ideal for confined spaces and time-sensitive operations.
Engineering Highlights:
- Near-zero turning radius via skid steer parallel tracks
- Quick-release battery mount for swaps even under load
- Non-marking tracks (optional) to protect floor surfaces
- Two speed ranges with twin paddle control for fine-tuned maneuverability
Ramp Box Design:
- Durable plastic case with lid, ramp, external charging, retractable straps and extra storage space
- Foam cutouts for organized storage of dollies, charger, batteries, remote control, and accessories. Everything has a place!
- External charging access and forklift-compatible base
Training:
- Hilman offers free onsite training on your first unit. Training includes operating and maintenance instruction. Contact us for details.
Designed for practicality, this system enables rapid deployment, reduced manpower, safe transport, and easy operation—perfect for environments where mobility and uptime are critical.
Traksporter (Up to 100 Ton Capacity)
When the job demands serious power, the Traksporter delivers. With a 100-ton pulling capacity, it combines low-profile design with heavy-duty performance.
Engineering Highlights:
- Remote-controlled crawler with the lowest profile and smallest footprint in the industry
- LPG Kubota engine (23hp) or electric motor option (25hp)
- Bi-directional joystick and for precise movement
- Two speed ranges with twin paddle control for fine-tuned maneuverability
- Self-contained crawler storage for quick deployment
- Packages sold in 50, 75 and 100 ton capacities
- Optional Deluxe Tool Cart featuring accessories such as jack kits, rams and shims
Ideal for industrial settings where floor space is limited and maneuverability is essential, the Traksporter allows operators to maintain control while positioning large loads with exacting accuracy, or move in open space minimizing manpower with total confidence.
Training:
- Hilman offers free onsite training on your first unit. Training includes operating and maintenance instruction.
Universal Machinery Moving Kit (UMMK)
This 3-point moving system is designed for facilities needing modular, everyday solutions.
Deluxe Package:
- Cordless load mover with two batteries and charger
- Battery-powered hydraulic pump with 10-foot hoses with quick-connects
- Two 10-ton hydraulic jacks with pump connection, optional manual operation, 3 toe positions, and adjustable feet
- 3-point dolly configuration with rear dollies and spreader bar
- Included adapters: connect load mover to front skate, ball hitch, L-bracket
Essential Package:
- Corded power load mover
- 3-point dolly configuration with rear dollies and spreader bar
- Two 10-ton manual toe jacks
The 3-point skate design provides stability, ensuring that each skate is always loaded, making it ideal for moving containers, relocating CNC machines, data modules, gensets, presses, or other heavy machinery.
Key Industries Served
- Manufacturing & Assembly: data centers, power generation, motors, automotive, fabrication
- Construction & Infrastructure: bridge launches, tunnels, light rail, heavy rail, rigging, concrete yard
- Energy & Utilities: offshore oil and gas, offshore wind, onshore oil and gas, nuclear power, power generation, mining
- Aerospace & Aviation: moving tower arms, moving rocket segments, access to rocket construction, rocket assembly, VAB
- Military: shipbuilding, deck equipment, research,
- Marine: gangways, walk-to-work, pile grippers (wind), pile handling (wind), booms, lift-and-roll, mooring, nuclear submarines, offshore energy ships
- Research: military, national labs, DOE (Department of Energy)
Choosing the Right Equipment: A Practical Checklist
- Define Goals – Improve safety? Increase speed? Enhance accuracy?
- Load Requirements – What’s the max weight and footprint?
- Work Surface – Is it concrete, steel, or track-based?
- Path – What is the path of the move? What are the obstacles?
- Operator Training – Ensure your team can run it safely
- Maintenance Planning – Know the service and parts needs
- Consult Our Experts – We’ll tailor a recommendation to your use case
Why Hilman?
- Decades of Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence
- Comprehensive Support from Inquiry to Installation
- Custom Configurations for Your Application
- Rigorous Product Testing and Quality Assurance
- Trusted by Industry Leaders Worldwide
Who is Hilman?
Full Solutions Provider: Broadest portfolio of heavy moving solutions in the industry.
We Will Work with You Develop the Optimal Solution: Hilman can easily modify products to meet the specific needs of any application.
Local Sales and Support: Field based, experienced sales team and support staff ready to engage and support customers before and after the sale.
Customer Engagement: We will work with you develop the optimal solution for your specific needs.
The Hilman Brand: Trusted, rugged, reliable solutions to solve your heavy moving problems.
Let’s Talk About Your Next Heavy Move
Whether you’re outfitting a new facility, upgrading existing operations or doing something that’s never been done before, Hilman’s powered moving solutions are designed to reduce risk, save time, reduce manpower, and deliver reliable performance.
📞 Contact us at sales@hilmanrollers.com or visit www.hilmanrollers.com to speak with a specialist today.
If it’s heavy, and you’re moving it on concrete or track, Hilman has a solution for you!