Lift trucks were initially introduced in the start of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially since the very first models. Their original purpose was to move supplies in an effective manner. This is still the main goal. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks utilized within the material handling business.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized versions of pallet jacks. These machinery are often utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between storage areas or different departments. There is another type called the walkie version. This kind lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a wise alternative for operations where frequent load movement is required. Several of the common options consist of double pallet length forks which allow you to move 2 pallets in one trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is utilized to lift and move items and supplies, and used to transport load trailers and pallet loads throughout a facility. This kind has a wide array of attachments available and must have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC counterbalance lift trucks work quite similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models can be used outdoors or indoors as 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 also referred to as very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also called Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
Narrow aisle trucks which are 8 to 11 feet are designed specially for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These types of reach trucks are very efficient and able to make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.