In the beginning of the 20th Century, lift trucks were initially introduced. They have come a long way ever since the first models. Their original purpose was to transport materials in an effective manner. This is still the key objective. There are an array of different types 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 machinery are often used to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is one more type called the walkie version. This kind lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a better choice for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Some of the common choices include double pallet length forks that allow 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 move pallet loads, as well as load trailers throughout a facility. This particular kind has different types of attachments available and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Internal combustion counterbalance lift trucks operate somewhat similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models are able to be used outdoors or indoors as long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
There are man-up kinds of vehicles which are specially designed for hand loading less than pallet load amounts out of and into selective rack. The VNA or also referred to as very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also known as Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
Narrow aisle trucks that are 8 to 11 feet are designed particularly for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are very effective and able to make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.