Forklifts are categorized into the following types based on the structure:
Standard Trucks: Standard Trucks make up the sturdy and large units that are normally used in warehouses. Standard trucks can typically lift weights between 3,000 pounds to 4,000 pounds and their blades can carry loads as high as 20 feet.
Reach Truck: The reach truck or narrow aisle lift truck are generally smaller, more maneuverable and runs mostly on electricity. These kinds of equipment are specifically made for pallet storage. They are capable of carrying cargo up to 40 feet in height. If you desire unloading and raising weights over long distances and quickly, than a reach truck will not be the right option for your requirements.
Order Selector: Very narrow aisle lift trucks or order selectors could be used to transport racked loads which are a lot smaller than pallet size. Order Selectors are unique in that they could raise both the truck driver and the cargo up to 40 feet in height.
Motorized Pallet Trucks: The motorized pallet truck has been referred to by a lot of names such as: walkies, walkie riders and riders. These units are appropriately named due to the fact that the operator is not required to sit inside of the machinery to be able to operate it. Instead, the driver walks beside the truck as it transports the load.
Swing Mast Trucks: Swing Mast Trucks are similar in appearance to standard units of trucks. These are equipment with a narrow aisle and have masts which could swing up to 90 degrees, just in one direction.
Turret Trucks: Turret Trucks are also designed with a very narrow aisle. Similar to an Order Selector, they can raise the operator and the load. In addition, these trucks could swing their forks ninety degree on each side.
To determine what unit in particular would best suit your businesses needs, visit a local dealer to check out all the various models. If you would like to lease before you purchase, this is a great option for you to be able to check out different units before making such a large purchase. Make sure you have a list of questions for your forklift dealer and be honest regarding what the company's needs are when you are discussing the facts with a reliable dealer.
There are such a variety of models available on the market these days, there is definitely a forklift available to get your jobs done, whatever they are.