Roller Crowbars & Pinch Bars
Get high-performing roller crowbars and roller pinch bars, essential for any warehouse or industrial workplace. Roller bars are ideal for heavy-duty lifting, positioning, and prying tasks, allowing the crowbar to be rolled underneath low objects and manoeuvring them with ease. Our roller crowbars and pinch bars offer exceptional durability and control and are available at competitive prices and next day delivery.
WHAT ARE ROLLER CROWBARS & PINCH BARS?
Roller Crowbars: These are specialised steel bars that are equipped with a built-in roller at one end. This roller mechanism makes it easy to slide or reposition heavy objects, reducing friction and manual effort, thus physical strain.
Roller Pinch Bars: These are long, sturdy bars with a flattened tip at one end, often referred to as the 'pinch point.' This simple design allows for precision leverage to pry, lift, or shift objects, with added wheels for easy manoeuvrability.
BENEFITS OF ROLLER BARS
Roller crowbars and pinch bars are a great way to get your initial lift of your load when your other products can get underneath objects that are low to the ground. Once you have used the pinch bar to get the load away from the ground, this is when you use either a lifting jack or machine skate, this depends on whether you're lifting or just shifting your load.
Unlike forklifts or jacks, these tools are easy to carry, are affordable and user-friendly, making them perfect for quick jobs or limited workspace.
WHAT FOR & WHERE ARE PINCH/ROLLER CROWBARS USED?
Roller crow bars and pinch bars are commonly used for tasks that require lifting, shifting, or positioning heavy loads. They are most regularly seen in the following environments:
- Warehousing Operations: to easily move heavy machinery, crates, and pallets.
- Construction Sites: suitable for prying apart building materials, lifting beams, or positioning equipment.
- Logistics & Transport: to shift and adjust cargo for better placement and/or loading.
- Home Projects: moving heavy furniture, appliances, or landscaping stones with ease.
- Industrial Maintenance: assisting in realigning equipment or machinery during repair operations.
Roller Crow Bar FAQs
Pinch bars can be characterised as a type of crowbar, often longer with a flat, chisel-like point, and a purpose to pry apart materials. However, roller crowbars are made to lift and transport objects. Crowbars are shorter and refer to the general category, meaning there numerous types of crowbars.
Unlike a standard crowbar, a roller crow bar features a built-in roller that provides smoother leverage and easier movement of heavy items. This design reduces surface damage and physical strain, making it more efficient and user-friendly for demanding lifting tasks.
Yes, roller crow bars are specifically designed to help move heavy machinery safely and efficiently. Their robust construction and integrated roller allow you to lift and shift equipment without damaging floors or risking injury.
The right size depends on your application. For domestic or light trade tasks, a 1.2m roller crow bar offers good control and portability. For heavier industrial lifting, a 1.5m or larger model provides greater leverage and strength. Always match the bar length and weight capacity to your job requirements.