In the beginning of the 20th Century, lift trucks were first introduced. They have come a long way since the very first models. Their initial purpose was to transport materials in an efficient manner. This is still the key goal. There are a variety of different types 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 equipment are often utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is another type known as the walkie version. This particular model lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a great choice for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Several of the common alternatives comprise double pallet length forks which enable you to move 2 pallets in a single trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is capable of stacking and racking loads, used to transport pallet loads, as well as load trailers all over a facility. This model has different kinds of attachments available and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Electric trucks have functionality like an internal combustion counterbalanced lift truck. Propane models could be used 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 known 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
The narrow aisle or very narrow aisle lift trucks are utilized primarily 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 efficient and can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.