Lift trucks were first introduced in the beginning of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially since the very first models. Their initial purpose was to transport materials in an efficient way. This is still the main objective. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks used within the material handling business.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized kind of the pallet jack. This machine is usually utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between storage areas or departments. There is a different version referred to as the walkie version. This particular type lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a wise alternative for operations where frequent load movement is required. 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 used to lift and move products and materials, and used to transport load trailers and pallet loads all over a facility. This type has different types of attachments available and needs to 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 are able to be used both indoors or outdoors so 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 utilized mainly 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 efficient and able to make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.