Lift trucks were initially introduced in the beginning of the twentieth Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the first models. Their initial purpose was to transport materials in an efficient manner. This is still the main goal. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks utilized within 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 commonly used to transport pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between storage areas or departments. There is a different type referred to as the walkie version. This type lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a better alternative for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Some of the common choices comprise double pallet length forks which allow 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 utilized to transport pallet loads and load trailers throughout a facility. This type has various kinds of available attachments 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 could be utilized indoors or outdoors so long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
There are man-up kinds of vehicles which 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
Narrow aisle trucks which are 8 to 11 feet are made particularly for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These types of reach trucks are efficient and can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.