Lift trucks were initially introduced in the beginning of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially since the very first models. Their original purpose was to move materials in an effective way. This is still the main goal. There are a variety of different types of lift trucks used in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized version of the pallet jack. This equipment is normally utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between departments or storage areas. There is another version called the walkie version. This 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 necessary. Some of the common choices include 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 stacking and racking loads, utilized to transport pallet loads, as well as load trailers all over a facility. This particular type has a huge variety of available attachments and must have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Electric trucks have functionality like an IC counterbalanced lift truck. Propane models can be utilized both indoors or outdoors so long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been made to move palleted loads into and out of selective racks. The VNA or also known 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 made 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 effective and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.