Order pickers
Reach trucks and turret trucks are usually utilized to handle palletized loads whilst order pickers are designed more to handle individual cases or items. Order pickers are also sometimes called stock pickers or order selectors. The machine includes a platform on which the operator stands. The order picker lifts the operator along with the forks so that he or she can pick stuff from the shelves and place them onto a pallet on the forks. The machine could move forward whilst in an elevated position. Wire guidance systems are offered.
Order Picker
Order pickers are available with certain fork size, travel and lift speeds and weight and reach limits. Nearly all have a fork size designed to load an average pallet, no more than about one and a half meters long. The higher travel and lift speed helps enhance production, but training is essential to avoid accidents. Employees must be trained on the particular units they would be operating.
Low Lift Pallet Jacks
Non-powered pallet trucks
Non-powered pallet trucks are a less pricey option. These basic lift trucks are also known as hand pallet trucks and hand pallet jacks. These trucks utilize a hydraulic device to lift pallets just several centimeters above the ground. The individual operating it pulls the load utilizing the handle of the truck.
Electric-powered pallet trucks
Electric-powered pallet trucks are quite cheap and made for easy maneuvering. The fork size can hold two to three pallets. These trucks come in two kinds: the "rider" has a platform wherein the operator rides in a standing position; the "walkie" version is designed to be operated whilst the operator walks alongside. These trucks are usually found in warehouses, with operators order picking as they move down the aisles. Both non-powered and powered pallet trucks are categorized as ITA Class 3.