Large retailers use motorized machines like pallet jacks and forklifts to get their goods from the truck to the warehouse and the floor. For a small business with only moderate transport needs, a hand truck can do just fine. The hand truck is a simple machine that helps you muscle cargo across a floor.
Instructions
1. Do some small business networking. Before you buy equipment new, see if anyone you know is looking to unload used stuff. Ask around other shops to see if they want to part with an extra hand truck.
2. Pay attention to liquidation sales of large retailers like department stores. These sales provide a chance to stock up on all kinds of small equipment like hand trucks, sometimes at bargain prices. In some cases, larger stores might even throw out the old equipment.
3. Check out local stores. Hardware stores may carry what you're looking for. Large chain retailers like Wal-Mart may also have hand trucks for sale.
4. Shop online retailers like Nextag to see a wide variety of hand trucks. Many models sell new for around $100. Compare sizes, wheel types and features to get the specific kind of equipment you can use for transporting your particular cargo.
5. Try eBay. This giant auction seller has just about everything, and you may be able to acquire a hand truck at a steep discount. The seller can arrange shipping with you.
