Nu-Star Material Handling Ltd.
Lifting and handling
Company Overview
Nu-Star is a specialist UK and USA manufacturer with over 65 years of experience in engineering material handling solutions. The company focuses on designing and producing walk-behind electric tugs, aiming to enhance workplace safety and boost workforce productivity in industrial environments. Nu-Star's commitment to reliability and innovation has established its 'Power Pusher' range as a notable solution in the market.
Products and Capabilities
The core offering from Nu-Star is the Power Pusher range of battery-powered electric tugs. These compact and powerful units are engineered to efficiently push, pull, and manoeuvre heavy industrial loads. The Power Pusher models boast significant capabilities, offering up to 16,700N of pushing force. The versatility of these tugs is expanded through various attachments, such as the Roller Attachment for handling large cable drums, the Push Pad Attachment, and the Steering Arm Attachment, which is highlighted as a best-seller.
Applications and Benefits
Nu-Star's electric tugs are utilized across a diverse range of applications and industries. They are designed for moving loads on construction sites, pushing cable drums and paper reels, and manoeuvring vessels with swivel castors, trolleys, and carts. The product line also includes solutions for sensitive environments, such as ATEX applications. Real-world examples include pushing metro cars at public transport maintenance depots and moving chemical ISO containers. By providing safe and efficient material handling, Power Pusher tugs contribute to reducing manual strain and improving operational workflows.
Why Choose Nu-Star
With a legacy spanning over 60 years, Nu-Star's Power Pusher has earned a reputation for being a trusted and market-leading electric tug globally. The company's products are manufactured in both the UK and USA, reflecting a commitment to quality and accessibility. The emphasis on user benefits, particularly increased safety and productivity, underscores Nu-Star's approach to developing practical and robust material handling equipment.
