People who move heavy objects manually often work more slowly, tire more quickly, and are more prone to errors. These factors add up over the course of a working day and lead to significant losses in productivity—especially when employees take longer breaks or call in sick more often due to overexertion.

Added to this is the increased risk of accidents. One wrong step on the stairs, a moment of inattention when lifting – and it's already happened. Accidents at work caused by manual load transport can not only lead to serious injuries, but also to expensive recourse claims, long downtimes and, in the worst case, permanent incapacity to work.

Typical risks at a glance:

• Higher risk of injury when transporting goods on stairs or ramps
• High error rate due to fatigue or overload
• Time lost due to inefficient transport routes

A slipped disc or similar work-related health problem not only affects the person concerned, but also has far-reaching financial consequences for the company. A lack of aids or ergonomic support can result in high direct and indirect costs – from treatment costs and lost working hours to productivity losses, staff turnover, and increased insurance costs. The following overview shows examples of cost factors that should be taken into account in the company:

*The figures and information provided are based on our own research and are for guidance only. We do not have access to official sources or complete data sets.

Our CargoMaster series electric stair climbers reduce physical strain when transporting heavy loads up and down stairs – e.g. on construction sites, in public buildings, or in the field. This not only reduces the risk of injury, but also protects the long-term health of employees.

Models such as the CargoMaster C120, the CC system, the powerful A350, and the C400 meet all the requirements for a transportable stair climber – replacing dangerous lifting with safe technology.