Order pickers
Reach trucks and turret trucks are usually utilized to handle palletized loads whereas order pickers are designed more to handle individual items or cases. Order pickers are also sometimes referred to as order selectors or stock pickers. The machine includes a platform wherein the operator stands. The order picker lifts the operator together with the forks so that he or she can pick things from the shelves and place them onto a pallet on the forks. The machine moves forward whilst in an elevated position. Wire guidance systems are available.
Order Picker
Order pickers come with certain lift and travel speeds, fork size, reach limitations and weight limit. The majority have a fork size intended to load an average pallet, no more than around one and a half meters long. The higher travel and lift speed helps increase efficiency, but training is truly required to prevent accidents. Personnel should be trained on the particular units they will be operating.
Low Lift Pallet Jacks
Non-powered pallet trucks
Non-powered pallet trucks are a less pricey alternative. These basic lift trucks are also called hand pallet jacks and hand pallet trucks. These trucks make use of a hydraulic mechanism to be able to lift pallets no more than several centimeters above the ground. The operator pulls the load utilizing the truck handle.
Electric-powered pallet trucks
Made for easy maneuvering, the electric-powered pallet trucks are cheaper. The size of the fork can hold two to three pallets. These trucks are available in two types: the "rider" includes a platform wherein the operator rides in a standing position; the "walkie" version is designed to be operated whilst the operator walks next to it. These trucks are usually found in warehouses, with operators order picking as they move down the aisles. Both non-powered and powered pallet trucks are categorized as ITA Class 3.