In the beginning of the 20th Century, lift trucks were initially introduced. They have come a long way ever since the very first models. Their original purpose was to transport supplies in an effective manner. This is still the main 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 machinery is usually utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between storage areas or departments. There is another type called the walkie version. This kind lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a better choice for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common alternatives include double pallet length forks that enable you to move 2 pallets in one trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is utilized to lift and transport items and materials, and utilized to move pallet loads and load trailers all over a facility. This kind has different kinds of available attachments and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC counterbalance lift trucks work quite like the electric lift truck. Propane models can be utilized outdoors or indoors so long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
There are man-up types of vehicles that are specifically designed 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
The narrow aisle or very narrow aisle lift trucks are utilized primarily for racked pallet storage up to 8 to 11 feet. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are efficient and can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.