Lift trucks were initially introduced in the beginning of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially since the first models. Their initial purpose was to transport materials in an effective manner. This is still the key goal. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks utilized in the material handling business.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized types of pallet jacks. These equipment are often utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is one more type referred to as the walkie version. This kind lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a wise option for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common choices comprise double pallet length forks which 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, used to transport load trailers, as well as pallet loads throughout a facility. This model has different kinds of available attachments and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Internal combustion counterbalance lift trucks work somewhat similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models can be used both indoors or outdoors so long as there is adequate ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been made to move palleted loads into and out of selective racks. The VNA or 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 that 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 types of reach trucks are really efficient and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.