Lift trucks were initially introduced in the beginning of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the first models. Their original purpose was to move materials in an efficient way. This is still the key objective. There are a variety of different types of lift trucks utilized in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized versions of pallet jacks. These equipment are normally utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between storage areas or different departments. There is one more type referred to as the walkie version. This type lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a great option for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common alternatives consist of double pallet length forks that allow you to move 2 pallets in one trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is capable of racking and stacking loads, utilized to transport load trailers, as well as pallet loads all over a facility. This particular kind has a huge 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 can be utilized both indoors or outdoors so long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been made to move palleted loads into and out of 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 known as Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
Narrow aisle trucks which are 8 to 11 feet are designed especially for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are efficient and can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.