Order pickers
Reach trucks and turret trucks are usually utilized to handle palletized loads whilst order pickers are designed more to handle individual items or cases. Sometimes, order pickers are also known as order selectors or stock pickers. The machinery includes a platform wherein the individual who is operating it stands. The order picker lifts the operator along with the forks so that he or she can pick stuff from the shelves and put them onto a pallet on the forks. The equipment moves forward whilst in an elevated position. Wire guidance systems are available.
Order Picker
Order pickers are available with certain fork size, travel and lift speeds and weight and reach limitations. Nearly all have a fork size intended to load a standard pallet, no more than about 1.5 meters long. The higher lift and travel speed helps improve efficiency, but training is essential to prevent accidents. Employees must be trained on the particular type of unit they would be using.
Low Lift Pallet Jacks
Non-powered pallet trucks
Non-powered pallet trucks are a less pricey choice. These basic lift trucks are also referred to as hand pallet trucks and hand pallet jacks. These kinds of trucks use a hydraulic mechanism in order to lift pallets just a few centimeters above the floor. The operator pulls the load using the truck handle.
Electric-powered pallet trucks
Built for easy maneuvering, the electric-powered pallet trucks are reasonably priced. The fork size can hold two to three pallets. These trucks are available in two types: the "walkie" kind is meant to be operated whilst the operator walks alongside; the "rider" has a platform wherein the operator rides in a standing position. These types of trucks are normally found within warehouses, with operators order picking as they move down the aisles. Both powered and non-powered pallet trucks are categorized as ITA Class 3.