Forklifts were first invented almost 100 years ago, and were once just simple machinery which were manufactured to transport pallets from one location than another. Advanced forklifts these days, are now available in various weight capacities, designs, load capacities and lifting weights. These forklift models come with a wide array of ergonomic designs and enhanced safety features specially designed for operator comfort. Perhaps the only universal features of the diverse forklift selection are the forks used to lift loads and the tires used to move the equipment.
Counterbalanced Forklifts
The Counterbalanced Lift Trucks consist of IC or Internal Combustion Trucks and also Electric Trucks.
Narrow-Aisle Forklifts
The narrow-aisle lift truck comes in many models like: Reach trucks, Orderpickers and Turret Trucks.
Pallet Jacks or Low Lift Pallet Trucks
Low Lift Pallet Trucks or Pallet Jacks comprise Non-Powered Pallet Trucks as well as Electric-powered Pallet Trucks.
Counterbalanced Trucks
The forklift is the most popular type of lift truck and the most widely used of these is the sit-down, counterbalanced truck. A weight located in the rear of all trucks counterbalances the weight of the load and hence ensures that the truck doesn't tip forward.
Typically, a Counterbalanced Forklift Offers:
The majority of counterbalanced lift trucks offer a lift height over 16 feet. The most common units have a lift height of 189 inches. Offering a capacity ranging from 4000 pounds to 6500 pounds is among the most popular models. These types of equipment come standard with safety features such as lights and backup alarms, amongst other things to ensure operator safety.
Either electric motors or internal combustion, IC engines normally power the counterbalanced truck series. According to the President of the ITA or Industrial Truck Association, Jeff Rufener, the split is about 40 percent internal combustion, and 60% electric. He is also the Vice President for Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America.
To suit any of you material handling requirements, there is definitely a lift truck available to suit all your requirements. For use indoors, electric forklift units are ideal because they produce no hazardous fumes and little noise. The IC models are perfect for outdoor, heavier lifting capacities and rougher terrain locations. Depending on what you will carry and be transporting, as well as the kind of setting you would be working in, there is the perfect Toyota forklift available for you.