In the beginning of the 20th Century, lift trucks were initially introduced. They have come a long way since the first models. Their initial purpose was to move materials in an effective manner. This is still the main objective. There are an array of different types of lift trucks used within the material handling business.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized kind of the pallet jack. This equipment is normally utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between storage areas or departments. There is one more version known as the walkie version. This model 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 options 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 used to lift and transport products and materials, and utilized to transport pallet loads and load trailers all over a facility. This particular type has a wide array of available attachments and needs to have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Internal combustion counterbalance lift trucks work somewhat similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models are able to be used indoors or outdoors so long as there is ample ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been made to move palleted loads into and out of selective racks. The VNA or also referred to as very narrow aisle vehicles works in aisles less than six feet wide. These Order Selectors are also called Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
The very narrow aisle or narrow aisle lift trucks are used mainly for racked pallet storage up to 8 to 11 feet. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are effective and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.