E2 crate transport trolley and its applications in the food industry

An E2 crate transport trolley, also referred to as a EURO crate trolley or transport dolly, is a practical piece of handling equipment widely used in the food processing industry. It is designed for convenient internal transport of standard EURO containers and E2 crates with a 600 × 400 mm footprint.

Using dedicated crate trolleys improves material flow between production areas, warehouses, cold rooms, order-picking zones and dispatch areas. Raw materials, semi-finished products and finished goods can be moved in suitable containers without repeatedly carrying heavy crates manually.

Brokelmann transport trolleys are manufactured from AISI 304 / 1.4301 stainless steel, making them particularly suitable for production environments where hygiene, corrosion resistance and regular cleaning are important requirements.

What is an E2 crate transport trolley used for?

Food processing facilities move large quantities of raw materials, ingredients, semi-finished products and finished goods between different workstations every day. An E2 transport trolley provides a simple way to maintain an efficient internal material flow.

Typical applications include:

• transporting E2 crates and EURO containers measuring 600 × 400 mm,
• transporting meat and meat products,
• moving raw materials and semi-finished products,
• internal transport between production workstations,
• order picking and product preparation,
• transport in cold stores and warehouses,
• supplying production lines with containers and materials.

E2 crate trolleys are particularly common in meat processing plants, but they can also be used in bakeries, dairies, fish processing plants, fruit and vegetable processing facilities, commercial kitchens and other food production environments.

They are also suitable for warehouses and distribution centres where compact mobile platforms are required for transporting smaller and medium-sized loads.

E2 crates 600 × 400 mm – a standard solution for food processing

E2 crates are widely used in the meat and food processing industries. Their standard 600 × 400 mm footprint makes it easier to organise storage, production and internal logistics around a consistent container format.

A purpose-designed transport trolley for 600 × 400 mm EURO crates allows containers to be stacked and moved efficiently between workstations, helping improve workplace organisation and reduce unnecessary manual handling.

Construction of a EURO E2 crate trolley

A trolley used in industrial food processing should have a simple, stable and robust construction. Brokelmann E2 crate trolleys feature a supporting frame made from AISI 304 / EN 1.4301 stainless steel.

The low-profile frame is designed around the footprint of standard EURO containers. This allows crates to be positioned easily on the trolley and stacked when required.

The trolley is equipped with six 125 mm diameter wheels. Their arrangement makes the loaded trolley easy to turn and manoeuvre, including in restricted production and storage areas.

Depending on the model, plastic or rubber wheels are available.

Transport trolley for one or two EURO crates

Different trolley sizes can be selected depending on the required material flow. Brokelmann offers a compact 410 × 655 mm version designed for one EURO container and a larger 610 × 870 mm model that accommodates two containers side by side.

A reinforced version is also available, allowing the trolley configuration to be adapted to specific operating requirements.

Why use stainless steel transport trolleys in the food industry?

Handling equipment used in food production must be cleaned regularly and, depending on the process, may also require frequent disinfection. Stainless steel is particularly suitable for these applications because it combines corrosion resistance, durability and easy cleaning.

Smooth stainless steel surfaces facilitate the removal of production residues and contamination. The material can also be used in humid environments and production areas where equipment is regularly exposed to water.

Its robust construction also makes stainless steel suitable for intensive industrial use and helps provide a long service life.

Advantages of a stainless steel E2 crate trolley

• suitable for standard EURO containers and E2 crates measuring 600 × 400 mm,
• AISI 304 / 1.4301 stainless steel construction,
• easy-to-clean design,
• good corrosion resistance,
• six-wheel configuration for easy manoeuvring,
• suitable for hygienically demanding production environments,
• versions for one or two EURO containers,
• designed for regular industrial use.

Types of transport trolleys used in food processing plants

Different trolley designs can be used depending on the production process and the type of material being transported.

• Manual transport trolleys – versatile handling equipment for crates, containers, bags and other production materials.
• Transport trolleys with handles – a handle makes it easier to push, pull and control a loaded trolley.
• EURO container dollies – low-profile wheeled platforms designed around standard container sizes such as 600 × 400 mm.
• Double crate trolleys – larger versions designed to accommodate two EURO containers side by side.

E2 crate trolleys in meat and food processing

Efficient internal handling is particularly important in meat processing plants. E2 crates are commonly used for raw materials, meat products, processed goods and other materials moving through the production process.

A dedicated stainless steel trolley for E2 crates allows stacked containers to be transported between processing stages and helps maintain an organised production flow.

The same concept can be used in bakeries, dairies, fish processing plants, fruit and vegetable processing facilities and commercial kitchens where containers need to be moved regularly between different work areas.

Transport trolley with handle for easier manoeuvring

A separate transport handle is available for selected Brokelmann trolleys. It can be attached to a trolley when required and used to push or pull loaded units.

The removable design is particularly useful in facilities operating a large number of crate dollies, as one handle can be used with multiple compatible trolleys.

Stainless steel or aluminium for internal transport equipment?

Both stainless steel and aluminium are widely used in food-industry handling equipment. Stainless steel is particularly suitable when durability, hygiene and corrosion resistance are key requirements.

Aluminium, on the other hand, offers a lower weight and is therefore commonly used for selected pallet and transport applications.

The most appropriate material depends on the required load, working environment, cleaning procedures and operational requirements.

Brokelmann E2 crate transport trolleys

Brokelmann manufactures stainless steel handling equipment for the food, meat processing and general processing industries. The EURO E2 crate trolley for 600 × 400 mm containers is available in several sizes and wheel configurations.

See the product:
EURO E2 crate transport trolley 600 × 400 mm.

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