Lift trucks were initially introduced in the beginning of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially since the first models. Their initial purpose was to move supplies in an efficient way. This is still the main objective. There are an array of different kinds of lift trucks used in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized version of the pallet jack. This machine is usually utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between departments or storage areas. There is a different version called the walkie version. This kind lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a wise alternative for operations where frequent load movement is required. Several of the common options comprise 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 utilized to lift and move items and materials, and used to move load trailers and pallet loads throughout a facility. This particular model has a wide array of attachments available and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Electric trucks have functionality similar to an internal combustion counterbalanced lift truck. Propane models could be used both indoors or outdoors 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 also referred to as very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also referred to as Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
Narrow aisle trucks which are 8 to 11 feet are made particularly for racked pallet storage. 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.