Lift trucks were initially introduced in the start of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the first models. Their original purpose was to move materials in an efficient way. This is still the main goal. There are a variety of different kinds of lift trucks used in the material handling business.
Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
The rider type of lift truck is a motorized version 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 another type called the walkie version. This model lacks the higher speeds and the operator platform. Hi maneuverability and low cost make these vehicles a wise choice for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Several of the common choices 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 all over a facility. This particular kind has different kinds of available attachments and must have a wide aisle for turning.
Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Internal combustion counterbalance lift trucks operate somewhat like the electric lift truck. Propane models are able to be used indoors or outdoors so long as there is adequate ventilation.
Order Selector
There are man-up kinds of vehicles that are specially made for hand loading less than pallet load amounts into and out of selective rack. 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
The narrow aisle or very narrow aisle lift trucks are used primarily 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 efficient and could make racked pallet storage a more streamlined process.