Lift trucks were initially introduced in the start of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the very first models. Their original purpose was to move supplies in an efficient manner. This is still the key objective. There are an array of different types of lift trucks used in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized versions of pallet jacks. These equipment are usually utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is another version called the walkie version. This kind lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a better option for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Some of the common choices consist of double pallet length forks that enable you to move 2 pallets in one trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is used to lift and move items and supplies, and utilized to transport load trailers and pallet loads throughout a facility. This particular model has different types of available attachments and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Electric trucks have functionality like an internal combustion counterbalanced lift truck. Propane models are able to be utilized outdoors or indoors so long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been designed to move palleted loads out of and into selective racks. The VNA or very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also referred to as Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
The very narrow aisle or narrow aisle lift trucks are utilized primarily for racked pallet storage up to 8 to 11 feet. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are efficient and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.