Forklifts are categorized into the following types based on the structure:
Standard Trucks: The standard lift truck is a tough and durable unit and the most frequently used lift trucks in factories. Standard trucks could typically carry weights between 3,000 pounds to 4,000 pounds and their blades could lift cargo as high as 20 feet.
Reach Truck: Reach Trucks are a different name for narrow-aisle lift trucks. Normally, these machinery run on electricity. These equipment are specially made for pallet storage. They are capable of carrying cargo up to 40 feet in height. If you desire lifting and unloading weights over long distances and quickly, than a reach truck will not be the right kind of machine for your application.
Order Selector: Very narrow aisle forklifts or order selectors could be used to transport racked loads that are a lot smaller than pallet size. Order Selectors are different in that they are capable of lifting both the truck operator and the cargo as high as 40 feet.
Motorized Pallet Trucks: Motorized Pallet Trucks are also referred to as riders, walkies and walkie riders. These units are appropriately named due to the fact that the driver is not required to sit inside of the machinery in order to operate it. Instead, he walks along the side of the truck as it moves the cargo.
Swing Mast Trucks: The swing mast truck to typical models of trucks. These are machines with a narrow aisle and have masts which can swing up to 90 degrees, just in one direction.
Turret Trucks: The turret truck has been designed to operate in very narrow aisles. Similar to an Order Selector, they can raise the operator and the load. Additionally, these trucks can swing their forks ninety degree on each side.
To determine which unit in particular will best meet your businesses needs, visit a local dealer to check out all the different units. If you want to rent before you buy, this is a very good alternative for you to be able to try out various units prior to making such a big purchase. Make certain you have a list of questions for your forklift dealer and be very truthful about what the company's needs are when you are discussing the facts with a knowledgeable dealer.
Nowadays, there is such a wide variety of forklift models available, that it does not matter where you are, you will be able to find the best lift truck for your company.