Lift trucks were initially introduced in the beginning of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the first models. Their original purpose was to move supplies in an efficient manner. This is still the key goal. There are an array 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 one more type called the walkie version. This particular kind lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a better choice for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common alternatives comprise double pallet length forks that allow you to move 2 pallets in one trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is utilized to lift and move items and supplies, and used to transport pallet loads and load trailers all over a facility. This type has a wide variety of available attachments and has 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 are able to be utilized outdoors or indoors so 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 also known 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 utilized 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 types of reach trucks are effective and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.