In the start of the 20th Century, lift trucks were initially introduced. They have come a long way ever since the first models. Their initial purpose was to transport materials in an efficient way. This is still the key objective. There are an array of different types of lift trucks used within the material handling industry.
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 called the walkie version. This particular type lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a wise option for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Several 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 used to lift and transport items and supplies, and utilized to transport load trailers and pallet loads all over a facility. This model has different types of available attachments and has to have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC counterbalance lift trucks work quite similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models can be utilized indoors or outdoors as long as there is adequate ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been made 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 very narrow aisle or narrow aisle lift trucks are used 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 very effective and can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.