Lift trucks were first introduced in the start of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the first models. Their original purpose was to transport supplies in an efficient way. This is still the key objective. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks used in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized kind of the pallet jack. This machinery is usually used to transport pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between storage areas or departments. There is another type known as the walkie version. This kind lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a wise choice for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Some of the common alternatives comprise double pallet length forks that 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 throughout a facility. This kind has different kinds of attachments available and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC counterbalance lift trucks operate somewhat like the electric lift truck. Propane models are able to be used indoors or outdoors as long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been designed to move palleted loads into and out of selective racks. The VNA or also referred to as very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also referred to as Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
The very narrow aisle or 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 can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.