Transport Cylinders Horizontally: Stabilize and Secure
This is a significant SAFETY benefit of the Tank Caddy. The flat bottom of the Caddy, the handle thru-hole, and the strong material are design attributes to secure and stabilize a Gas Cylinder for Transport. For lifting into a vehicle and securing for transport, position each Caddy at 1/3 distance in from each end of the cylinder; lay the cylinder on the flat side of the caddy with the handle opposite. Feed straps through the handle opening and secure straps to anchor points on the vehicle. This holds the tank securely in place and the flat side of the Tank Caddy secures the cylinder flush to the bed for stability. Remember to always adhere to NHTSA transport guidelines.
Transport Cylinders Vertically: Stabilize and Secure: Certain types of cylinders must be transported vertically. The Tank Caddy flat edge will stabilize the cylinder against the vertical wall and the handle thru-hole provides a securement method.
Moving a Cylinder Across a Floor: Rolling a heavy gas cylinder on the ground tilted vertically is a common way to move a cylinder. This is not easy because the cylinder is flat, smooth and there is no handle to grip. With Tank Caddy on the cylinder as you roll it, you have something to grab which can be helpful.
Using Tank Caddy for Lifting:
Vertical Cylinder Lift: Loading and unloading a cylinder onto a welding machine, the lift is generally done with a bear hug. A lot of things can go wrong with this type of lift, from back injury to smashing your feet. Tank Caddy provides a handle lift assist. Position Tank Caddy’s close together, with its handles on opposite sides of the cylinder just below the center point. Tank Caddy is rigid yet a bit pliable, so it bends slightly as you lift creating the grip on the cylinder. Lift with your knees; not your back.
Horizontal Cylinder Lift: This is common when loading vehicles. Position Tank Caddy’s from the center of the cylinder just outside shoulder distance apart with the handles facing up. Lift with your legs; not your back. The handles provide a safer way to lift the cylinder as opposed to hugging a round heavy cylinder.
Loading/Unloading Cylinders in Your Vehicle: You know how awkward it is to lift a heavy cylinder in and out of a pickup truck or worse yet the trunk of your car. You have no way to grab the cylinder. Injures and damage often happen in this process. Tank Caddy with its handles and protective material make this process much easier and safer. When putting a cylinder into the bed of a truck with Tank Caddy, position the Caddy’s outside shoulder length on either end of the center of the cylinder with the handles facing up. Lift the tank to the vertical position. For pickup beds, lean the top Caddy to the edge of the truck bed with the flat side down, and then lift the back Caddy up as you slide the tank forward into the bed. Makes the lift super easy and safe. Avoids scratching your vehicle while loading. When unloading the tank, follow these steps in reverse. Tank Caddy makes pulling the cylinder out of the bed far easier than using your hands. If you are lifting a cylinder into a vehicle other that a flat bed, the handles provide a way to do lift and position it safer and easier.
Storage, Separation and Scuffing: Tank Caddy can always stay on the cylinder whether during vehicle loading/unloading, vehicle transport, floor transport, while on a welding machine/cart, or if you are simply storing a cylinder. Tank Caddy extends around the circumference of the cylinder and acts as a buffer for protection in all directions. Should the cylinder fall, Tank Caddy material absorbs impact energy and can help prevent damage and scuffing. If you want to secure a cylinder from falling, Tank Caddy’s handle thru-hole can be used for straps.
