In the start of the 20th Century, lift trucks were first introduced. They have come a long way ever since the very first models. Their initial purpose was to move supplies in an efficient manner. This is still the key objective. There are an array of different types of lift trucks used in the material handling industry.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized types of pallet jacks. These machinery are usually used to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is a different version referred to as the walkie version. This kind lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a great option for operations where frequent load movement is required. Some of the common alternatives include double pallet length forks which enable you to move 2 pallets in one 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 throughout a facility. This particular kind has different types of available attachments and must have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Electric trucks have functionality similar to an IC counterbalanced lift truck. Propane models could be utilized outdoors or indoors so long as there is adequate ventilation.
Order Selector
The order selector has been made to move palleted loads into and out of selective racks. The VNA or also known as 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 particularly for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are very efficient and able to make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.