From omnidirectional cargo handling to their appearance in iconic movies
Today we would like to tell you about a really interesting curiosity concerning ball transfer units.. A technological innovation that, although conceived for the handling of loads, has found application in a completely unexpected context: movies!
Use of Ball Transfer Units in the movie Titanic
Who does not remember the movie Titanic, back in 1997? Browsing You Tube, one of the owners of Effeciesse has found an interesting video of the You Tube SlimDogs Channel. One episode of the show “C.C.H.F.” reveals some very curious “behind the scenes” concerning the movie shooting in particular one aspect that arouses the curiosity of many people concerns the scene of the shipwreck. The ship only tilted 6°: how could stuntmen slide so quickly across the ship’s deck? The answer is really interesting: thanks to the ball transfer units!
The ball transfer units were inserted into the life jackets discretely placed on the front or back of the jacket depending on the stuntmen’s sliding position, and allowed them to slide easily, whether in a prone or supine position. Additionally, thanks to the omnidirectional movement feature of the B.T.U, stuntmen could easily rotate and turn, adding realism and dynamism to the movie scenes.
Ball Transfer Units: omnidirectional movements in movies and logistics
Ball transfer units are not just an interesting element in movie field. Their ability to move in any direction without friction also makes them perfect for a wide range of industrial and logistics applications. Actually, they find application in:
- Logistics and warehouse handling: to move heavy and bulky loads in environments such as airports and warehouses.
- Shipbuilding industry: to facilitate the movement of bulky loads in shipyards.
- Manufacturing industry: to transport materials and components in production lines, improving the efficiency.
The omnidirectional movement technology of ball transfer units is important in many of these fields, as it facilitates the handling of loads in a fluid and precise way.
Versatility of ball transfer units: their strong point
We could say that ball transfer units represent an extremely versatile technology: besides being an extraordinary element for special effects in iconic movies such as Titanic, ball transfer units play a fundamental role in logistics, airport, industrial and shipbuilding fields.. Their omnidirectional movement makes them perfect for optimizing load handling, even in the most challenging contexts.
If you are looking for innovative solutions to improve the handling of goods in your field of activity, ball transfer units could be the proper answer. Effeciesse can grant support in finding solutions to satisfy the most complex needs.
Contact us to find out how we can help you optimize your handling processes!