Forklifts are categorized into the following types according to the structure:
Standard Trucks: Standard Trucks make up the strong and huge units which are usually utilized in warehouses. Standard trucks can normally lift weights between 3,000 pounds to 4,000 pounds and their blades can carry loads up to a height of 20 feet.
Reach Truck: Reach Trucks are another name for narrow-aisle forklifts. Usually, these machines run on electricity. These machines are specifically made for pallet storage. They are capable of lifting cargo up to 40 feet in height. If you want lifting and unloading weights over long distances and quickly, than a reach truck would not be the right kind of machine for your requirements.
Order Selector: Very narrow aisle forklifts or order selectors can be utilized to move racked loads which are much smaller than pallet size. Order Selectors are unique in that they could lift both the truck operator and the load up to 40 feet in height.
Motorized Pallet Trucks: The motorized pallet truck has been referred to by lots of names including: riders, walkies and walkie riders. These models are aptly named due to the fact that the driver is not required to sit inside of the machinery in order to operate it. Instead, the operator walks along the side of the truck as it transports the cargo.
Swing Mast Trucks: The swing mast truck to standard models of trucks. These are vehicles with a narrow aisle and have masts that can swing up to 90 degrees, only in one direction.
Turret Trucks: Turret Trucks are also designed with a very narrow aisle. Like an Order Selector, they could raise the cargo as well as the driver. Furthermore, these types of trucks can swing their forks ninety degree on each side.
To determine which unit in particular would best meet your businesses requirements, go to a local dealer to check out all the different units. If you would like to lease before you purchase, this is a really good alternative for you so you could check out various units prior to making such a huge purchase. Make sure you have a list of questions to ask your forklift dealer and be truthful about what the company's requirements are when you are discussing the facts with a reliable dealer.
These days, 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 business.