The tail lift lexicon for transport professionals and interested parties
Haulage companies and vehicle fleets transport goods from A to B. But how do heavy goods get in and out of the vehicle? Especially if there are no unloading aids such as ramps or forklifts. This is where the tail lift or Bär Cargolift comes into play. As the manufacturer of these products, BÄR would like to answer your most pressing questions. Because BÄR has been on the market since 1981, when the “BÄR Ladebordwand” (BÄR tail lift) was launched.
Definition: What is a tail lift?
A tail lift or Cargolift, also known commonly as a taillift, tailgate, lift, lifting platform or loading ramp, is a hydraulically operated lifting platform that is mounted on the rear of a commercial vehicle. The commercial vehicle can be a lorry / truck, trailer, semi-trailer or van / transporter. The tail lift is used to facilitate the loading and unloading process by acting as a movable platform between the loading area of the vehicle and the ground. In addition to lifting and lowering goods, the platform can also be used to drive over the ramp or as a closed liftgate of the commercial vehicle.
Whether in delivery transport, logistics or trade - a Cargolift saves time, energy and nerves. It enables rolling containers or pallets to be lifted and lowered safely and effortlessly to the floor level of the vehicle using a pallet truck. The lift therefore helps when there is no ramp and no forklift truck.
Why are tail lifts important?
Tail lifts play a crucial role in modern logistics and transport. They increase the efficiency of goods handling, reduce physical strain on personnel and enable the safe transport of heavy or bulky goods. They have become indispensable in many industries as they save time and costs and improve occupational safety. They also enable flexible loading and unloading of the vehicle without a ramp or forklift - regardless of the conditions at the loading and unloading site.
Advantages of a tail lift
A tail lift - and therefore a Bär Cargolift - offers you the following advantages:
- Increased efficiency: Speed up your loading processes considerably and save valuable working time.
- Ergonomics at the workplace: Reduce the physical strain on your employees and prevent back problems.
- Safety first: Minimise the risk of accidents during loading and protect your employees and the environment at the loading site from injury.
- Pure flexibility: Load and unload your goods even without an existing loading ramp - ideal for flexible operations.
- Professional impression: Show your customers that you value efficient and professional processes.
Areas of application in everyday life
We encounter tail lifts in a wide variety of situations in everyday use: The drinks supplier who brings pallets directly to the front of the pub. The furniture lorry that transports heavy cupboards safely to the customer. Or the food supplier delivering temperature-sensitive goods. You see the loading aids in long-distance transport on semi-trailers as well as on the van of the craftsman renovating the old flat in the city centre. Without Cargolift support, all of these tasks would be virtually impossible.
Summary
A tail lift is more than just an accessory - it is an important tool for efficient logistics. The Bär Cargolift simplifies work processes, protects the health of employees and enables flexible working at different locations.
Find out more in the following articles in the tail lift encyclopaedia:
- What different types and models of tail lifts are there?
- What load does the platform lift?
- Which vehicles can tail lifts be fitted to?
- How do I find the right tail lift?