Forklifts were initially made almost 100 years ago, and were once just simple machines which were manufactured to move pallets from one location than another. Advanced forklifts these days, are now offered in many designs, weight capacities, lifting heights and load capacities. These forklift units come with a wide range of ergonomic designs and enhanced safety features particularly designed for operator comfort. Perhaps the only common features of the diverse forklift selection are the tires used to move the machinery and the forks used to lift cargo.
Counterbalanced Lift Trucks
The Counterbalanced Lift Trucks include IC or Internal Combustion Trucks and also Electric Trucks.
Narrow-Aisle Lift Trucks
Narrow-Aisle Lift Trucks are available in various models such as: Reach trucks, Orderpickers and Turret Trucks.
Pallet Jacks or Low Lift Pallet Trucks
Low Lift Pallet Trucks or Pallet Jacks includes electric-powered pallet jacks and hand powered pallet jacks.
Counterbalanced Trucks
The forklift is the most popular type of lift truck and the most widely utilized of these is the sit-down, counterbalanced truck. A weight situated in the rear of all trucks ensures that the truck doesn't tip forward since it counterbalances the load's weight.
Normally, a Counterbalanced Forklift Offers:
Nearly all counterbalanced lift trucks provide a lift height more than 16 feet. The most popular units have a lift height of 189 inches. Offering a capacity ranging from 4000 pounds to 6500 pounds is among the most popular units. These machinery are offered with safety features like backup alarms and lights, amongst other items to guarantee safety of the operator.
The counterbalanced lift trucks are typically powered by either internal combustion engines or electric motors. According to Jeff Rufener, President of the ITA or Industrial Truck Association, the split is approximately 60% electric, and 40 percent IC. He is also the Vice President for Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America.
There is certainly a lift truck available to meet your specific requirements. The electric units are perfect for warehousing, indoor applications, where potential fumes and noise are an issue. The IC units are great for outdoor, heavier lifting capacities and rougher terrain locations. Depending on the type of environment you will be working in, as well as what you will lift and be transporting, there is certainly the perfect Toyota lift truck available for you.