Material Handling Equipment for Schools & Universities
Raymond Products
Your Custodial Team Will Thank You
American-made carts and dollies built to survive decades of hallways, gyms, and auditoriums.
Last updated: May 2026
2,000+ schools and universities trust Raymond
|since 1958 in continuous operation
|Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
Built for daily abuse
16-gauge welded steel frames and industrial casters handle the punishment of daily setup and teardown, semester after semester.
Reduce staff injuries
Ergonomic designs let one person move what used to take three. Less strain, fewer workers comp claims, more uptime.
Top picks for schools and universities
Ordering for multiple buildings?
Schools and districts ordering 5+ units qualify for volume pricing. Most orders ship within 48 business hours from our Minneapolis warehouse.
What schools are saying
Real reviews from school staff and educators
"We bought 6 of the 4000 series for our maintenance team. What used to take two guys and a dolly now takes one person in half the time. Non-marring casters leave no marks on our gym floors."
School maintenance team lead | Mighty King Desk Lift
"Easy use to make my job at school easier."
Verified Buyer | Student Desk Mover
"If you move a lot of chairs and often have to do it alone this is the ticket. Nicely made and holds up to 10 chairs. Rubber coating on rails keep chairs from slipping off."
Verified Buyer | Folding Chair Dolly
"Used it to move a 500 lb safe. Incredible lifting power for the size."
Anonymous | Mighty King Desk Lift
4.6 / 5 across 270+ verified Raymond Products reviews on Amazon, Wayfair, Worthington Direct, Global Industrial, and raymondproducts.com
Since 1958
Continuous Minneapolis manufacturing
Lifetime
Warranty against defects
600 lb
Mighty King Desk Lift capacity
100%
American-Made
Where to buy Raymond Products for your school
Fastest path is direct from raymondproducts.com, with most standard orders shipping from Minneapolis within 48 business hours. Raymond Products is also available through major industrial and education distributors:
- Grainger
- Global Industrial
- Worthington Direct
- Northern Tool
- Fastenal
- McMaster-Carr
Equipment for other industries
We also serve these industries with specialized solutions
Ready to equip your campus?
Volume pricing available. Most orders ship from Minneapolis within 48 business hours. Lifetime warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment do schools use to move cafeteria furniture?
Schools typically use chair carts and table movers to move cafeteria tables and chairs between storage and dining areas. Raymond Products chair carts hold from 16 stacked chairs (Model 500) up to 72 folded chairs (Model 900), and our Table Tote (Model 3032) lets one custodian move multiple folding tables at once, saving significant time during daily cafeteria setup and teardown.
Are your carts safe for gymnasium and auditorium floors?
Yes. All Raymond Products carts come with non-marring casters that protect hardwood gym floors, stage flooring, tile, and carpet. Our signature red non-marring vinyl coating on contact surfaces is a Raymond design standard since 1958.
Can one person operate your desk lifts?
Yes. Raymond Products desk lifts are designed for one-person operation. With a 600 lb capacity and a hydraulic lift mechanism, a single facilities worker can safely lift, transport, and position heavy teacher desks, lab tables, and office furniture without assistance.
Do you offer educational institution pricing?
Yes. Schools, universities, and school districts can request volume pricing at raymondproducts.com/pages/custom-cart-quote or by calling 612-331-5400. As a factory-direct manufacturer, Raymond Products offers competitive pricing. Most orders ship within 48 business hours.
How long do Raymond Products carts last in a school environment?
Raymond Products equipment is built with 16-gauge American welded steel to withstand daily institutional use. Our carts are designed to last 15 to 20+ years in high-traffic school environments. Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. We have been manufacturing material handling equipment in Minneapolis, Minnesota since 1958, and many schools still use Raymond Products carts purchased decades ago.