Order pickers
Turret trucks and reach trucks are usually utilized to handle palletized loads whilst order pickers are made more to handle individual cases or items. Order pickers are also sometimes referred to as stock pickers or order selectors. The machine includes a platform on which the operator stands. The order picker lifts the operator together with the forks so that he or she can pick things from the shelves and put them onto a pallet on the forks. The equipment moves forward whilst in an elevated position. Wire guidance systems are available.
Order Picker
Order pickers come with certain lift and travel speeds, fork size, weight limit and reach limitations. Most have a fork size intended to load a typical pallet, no more than around 1.5 meters in length. The higher lift and travel speed helps increase productivity, but training is essential to prevent accidents. Personnel should be trained on the specific units they will be operating.
Low Lift Pallet Jacks
Non-powered pallet trucks
If you want a less costly alternative then you can use non-powered pallet trucks. These basic lift trucks are also known as hand pallet trucks and hand pallet jacks. These trucks make use of a hydraulic mechanism in order to lift pallets just a few centimeters off the floor. The operator pulls the load utilizing the truck handle.
Electric-powered pallet trucks
Built for easy maneuvering, the electric-powered pallet trucks are reasonably priced. The size of the fork could hold two to three pallets. These trucks are available in two kinds: the "walkie" type is meant to be operated whilst the operator walks next to it; the "rider" has a platform on which the operator rides in a standing position. These trucks are normally found within warehouses, with operators order picking while moving down the aisles. Both powered and non-powered pallet trucks are categorized as ITA Class 3.