Order pickers
Order pickers are designed to handle individual items or cases, whereas reach trucks and turret trucks are utilized for handling palletized loads. Sometimes, order pickers are also referred to as stock pickers or order selectors. The machine includes a platform on which the operator stands. The order picker lifts the operator along with the forks so that he or she could pick stuff from the shelves and put them onto a pallet on the forks. The machinery can move forward while 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 limits. Nearly all have a fork size intended to load a typical pallet, no more than around 1.5 meters long. The higher travel and lift speed helps enhance productivity, but training is truly necessary to avoid accidents. Personnel should be trained on the specific units they will be using.
Low Lift Pallet Jacks
Non-powered pallet trucks
Non-powered pallet trucks are a less expensive alternative. These simple lift trucks are also referred to as hand pallet jacks and hand pallet trucks. These trucks utilize a hydraulic device to lift pallets just a few centimeters above the floor. The operator pulls the load utilizing the handle of the truck.
Electric-powered pallet trucks
Electric-powered pallet trucks are somewhat cheap and built for easy maneuvering. The size of the fork can hold two or three pallets. These trucks come in two types: the "walkie" version is meant to be operated whilst the operator walks alongside; the "rider" includes a platform on which the operator rides in a standing position. These types of trucks are commonly found within warehouses, with operators order picking while moving down the aisles. Both powered and non-powered pallet trucks are categorized as ITA Class 3.