Lift trucks were first introduced in the beginning of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially since the first models. Their original purpose was to move supplies in an effective manner. This is still the key goal. There are an array of different kinds of lift trucks utilized in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized types of pallet jacks. These machinery are often utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between storage areas or different departments. There is one more type called the walkie version. This particular model lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a wise option for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Several of the common alternatives comprise double pallet length forks that enable you to move 2 pallets in one trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is capable of stacking and racking loads, utilized to transport pallet loads, as well as load trailers throughout a facility. This type has various types of available attachments and needs to have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC counterbalance lift trucks operate quite similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models are able to be utilized indoors or outdoors as 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 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 designed specially 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.