Lift trucks were initially introduced in the beginning of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the very first models. Their initial purpose was to transport materials in an effective way. This is still the key objective. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks utilized in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized types of pallet jacks. These machinery are often utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is one more version known as the walkie version. This type lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a great choice for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Some of the common alternatives include double pallet length forks which 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 supplies, and utilized to move load trailers and pallet loads all over a facility. This particular model has a huge variety of attachments available and has to 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 used outdoors or indoors as long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been designed 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
Narrow aisle trucks which are 8 to 11 feet are designed specially for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are very efficient and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.