Lift trucks were initially introduced in the start of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the very first models. Their initial purpose was to transport materials in an efficient way. This is still the key objective. 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 versions of pallet jacks. These equipment are usually used to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is a different type known as the walkie version. This particular type lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a great alternative for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common alternatives comprise double pallet length forks which enable you to move 2 pallets in a single trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is capable of racking and stacking loads, utilized to move load trailers, as well as pallet loads throughout a facility. This particular type has various types of available attachments and must have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC 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 that are specifically made for hand loading less than pallet load amounts into and out of selective rack. 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 which are 8 to 11 feet are made especially for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are really effective and able to make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.