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 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 machines are normally utilized 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 model lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a better option for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common options consist of double pallet length forks that enable you to move 2 pallets in a single 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 throughout a facility. This type has different types of attachments available and must 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 are able to be utilized outdoors or indoors as long as there is adequate 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 made particularly for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These types of reach trucks are really efficient and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.
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