Lift trucks were initially introduced in the start of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially since the first models. Their initial purpose was to transport supplies in an effective manner. This is still the key goal. There are an array of different types of lift trucks utilized in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized types of pallet jacks. These machines are usually used to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between storage areas or different departments. There is one more version called the walkie version. This particular type lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a better alternative for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Some of the common alternatives include double pallet length forks that allow you to move 2 pallets in a single trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is used to lift and transport items and supplies, and used to move load trailers and pallet loads all over a facility. This particular model has various kinds of available attachments and must have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Electric trucks have functionality similar to an IC counterbalanced lift truck. Propane models can be used both outdoors or indoors so long as there is adequate ventilation.
Order Selector
There are man-up types of vehicles which are particularly made for hand loading less than pallet load amounts into and out of selective rack. The VNA or also referred to as very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also known as Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
The very narrow aisle or narrow aisle lift trucks are utilized mostly 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 really effective and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.