In the start of the 20th Century, lift trucks were first introduced. They have come a long way since the first models. Their initial purpose was to move materials in an effective manner. This is still the key goal. There are an array of different types of lift trucks utilized within the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized kind of the pallet jack. This machine is commonly utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between departments or storage areas. There is another version referred to as the walkie version. This model lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a wise alternative for operations where frequent load movement is required. Several of the common options include 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, utilized to transport load trailers, as well as pallet loads throughout a facility. This particular type has various types of available attachments and needs to have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Internal combustion counterbalance lift trucks work somewhat like the electric lift truck. Propane models could be used 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 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
The narrow aisle or very narrow aisle lift trucks are used mostly 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 effective and can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.