Lift trucks were first introduced in the start of the 20th Century. They have grown exponentially ever since the very first models. Their original purpose was to transport materials in an effective manner. This is still the key objective. There are an array of different types of lift trucks utilized within the material handling industry.

Motorized Pallet Truck Rider Type
Ride-on lift trucks are motorized versions of pallet jacks. These equipment are normally utilized to move pallet trucks over extreme distances, sometimes between different departments or storage areas. There is one more version called the walkie version. This particular kind lacks the operator platform and the higher speeds. Low cost and hi maneuverability make these vehicles a great alternative for operations where frequent load movement is necessary. Several of the common choices comprise double pallet length forks which enable you to move 2 pallets in a single trip.

Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck
The Electric Counterbalanced Lift Truck is capable of racking and stacking loads, utilized to transport pallet loads, as well as load trailers throughout a facility. This particular model has a wide variety of attachments available and has to have a wide aisle for turning.

Internal Combustion Counterbalanced Lift Truck
Internal combustion counterbalance lift trucks operate somewhat similarly to the electric lift truck. Propane models can be used indoors or outdoors so long as there is ample 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 specially for racked pallet storage. Double-deep versions load pallets 2-deep in special double-deep racking systems. These reach trucks are effective and able to make racked pallet storage a more streamlined procedure.