In the start of the 20th Century, lift trucks were initially introduced. They have come a long way since the first models. Their original purpose was to transport materials in an efficient way. This is still the key objective. There are a variety 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 used to transport pallet trucks over extreme distances, including movement between departments or storage areas. There is a different type called the walkie version. This model lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a great choice for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common options include double pallet length forks that enable you to move 2 pallets in one trip.
Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is used to lift and move products and materials, and utilized to transport pallet loads and load trailers all over a facility. This type has various kinds of available attachments and should have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
IC counterbalance lift trucks work quite similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models can 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 called Order Pickers.
Reach Truck
Narrow aisle trucks which are 8 to 11 feet are made especially for racked pallet storage. 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 procedure.