The basic structure of the categorization of forklifts consists of the following:
Standard Trucks: The standard lift truck is a rugged and durable unit and the most commonly utilized forklift in warehouses. Standard trucks could usually carry weights between 3,000 pounds to 4,000 pounds and their blades could lift cargo up to a height of 20 feet.
Reach Truck: Reach Trucks are a different name for narrow-aisle lift trucks. Usually, these machines run on electricity. These types of equipment are specifically designed for pallet storage. They could carry cargo up to 40 feet in height. If you want lifting and unloading weights quickly and over long distances, than a reach truck will not be the best option for your needs.
Order Selector: Order Selectors are very narrow aisle trucks that are used to move racked loads that are smaller than pallet size. Order Selectors are unique in that they can raise both the truck driver and the load up to 40 feet in height.
Motorized Pallet Trucks: Motorized Pallet Trucks are also referred to as riders, walkies and walkie riders. These units are aptly named because of the fact that the operator is not required to sit inside of the equipment 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 regular units of trucks. These are vehicles with a narrow aisle and have masts that 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 lift the operator as well as the load. Furthermore, these trucks could swing their forks 90 degree on each side.
Visit your local forklift dealership to see all of these various units and determine which one in particular would be right for your application. If you would like to rent before you buy, this is a great alternative for you so you can try out various units before making such a big purchase. Make certain you have a list of questions for your lift truck dealer and be really truthful regarding what the company's requirements are when you are talking about the facts with a knowledgeable dealer.
There are such a range of models available on the market today, there is absolutely a forklift available to get your jobs completed, whatever they are.