Lift trucks were first 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 main objective. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks utilized in the material handling business.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized kind of the pallet jack. This machinery is commonly utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between storage areas or departments. There is one more version called the walkie version. This kind lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a great alternative for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common alternatives include 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 capable of stacking and racking loads, used to move pallet loads, as well as load trailers all over a facility. This particular type has a wide array of available attachments and must have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC counterbalance lift trucks work quite like the electric lift truck. Propane models could be used outdoors or indoors 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 very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also referred to as Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
Narrow aisle trucks that 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 kinds of reach trucks are efficient and can make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.