Very Narrow Aisle and Narrow Aisle Trucks: Some forklifts have NA features or VNA features. To be able to function efficiently and safely, nearly all counterbalanced trucks require at least 11 feet of aisle width. NA trucks on the other hand, are able to operate in narrow aisles which are 8 to 10 feet wide. Moreover, VNA or very narrow aisle trucks could function in aisles which are 6 feet wide.
The advantage of utilizing a VNA and NA truck over a traditional lift is that it makes it possible for warehouses to be built with narrower aisles. The wider aisles in the warehouses allow for more storage of things within a specific space, that improves cube utilization. The loads moved by Narrow Aisle and VNA trucks typically are limited to approximately 3000 and 5000 lbs. Reach trucks are capable of operating in narrow aisle. Rotating mast trucks, order selectors and turret trucks can work in very narrow or narrow aisles, depending on the specific unit.
Reach Trucks: Specifically made for storage and retrieval, reach trucks are made with outriggers and telescoping forks that enables the operator to pick up and retract a load over the outriggers. These units are not the best suited for loading and unloading trucks, nor for moving loads quickly over long distances. Like the order selector, reach trucks can be available for lifting heights that are greater than 30 feet.
Turret Trucks and Rotating-Mast Trucks: Rotating-mast trucks are similar to standard sit-down forklifts. The main distinction is that their masts could rotate in one direction, to a 90 degree angle. This particular feature allows them to operate within a narrow aisle situation. Turret trucks can work in very narrow or narrow aisle locations. Like order selectors, these machinery are capable of lifting both the load and the operator. Furthermore, they can enable the operator to handle loads on either side of an aisle without re-entering and exiting the aisle.
Turret trucks are normally wire or rail guided when utilized within very narrow aisles. Thus, the operator could focus on the work load at hand because they doesn't have to focus any energy on their driving skills. As turret trucks are considered "operator-up" trucks, they are able to be used for picking items and cases as well as full pallet handling.