Lift trucks were initially introduced in the start of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the first models. Their original purpose was to transport supplies in an effective manner. This is still the key goal. There are a variety of different types of lift trucks utilized within the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized types of pallet jacks. These equipment are often used to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between storage areas or different departments. There is one more version known as the walkie version. This model lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a better alternative for operations where frequent load movement is required. Several of the common alternatives consist of 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 transport load trailers, as well as pallet loads all over a facility. This type has various kinds 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 can be used indoors or outdoors as long as there is adequate ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been designed to move palleted loads out of and into selective racks. The VNA or 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 specially for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These kinds of reach trucks are very effective and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.