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Forklift Truck, Lift truck, Reach Trucks & Accessories
A Forklift is a powered industrial truck used to lift and transport materials within manufacturing, warehousing and distribution environments. They are driver operated and there are many different specialist lift trucks available depending on the application. These range from the most common counterbalanced forklift trucks to more specialty trucks such as 3 Wheel Counterbalance Forklift Trucks, Reach Trucks, Hand Pallet Trucks, Powered Pallet Trucks, Sideloaders and Teletrucks. These lift trucks can be powered either by an internal combustion engine or an electric motor.
Cargotec launches Hiab Moffett M10 a telescopic boom truck-mounted forklift for one-side offloading
May 10, 2010
Introduction of the M10 25.3 further strengthens Cargotec's Hiab Moffett M-Series,for all applications that require regular on and offloading from one side of the truck or trailer.
Barloworld fleet management system goes live
May 02, 2010
Barloworld Handling has launched a new fleet management system for materials handling equipment which captures live performance data from trucks for analysis via a dedicated web portal.
Hereford materials handling firm supplies its biggest every forklift
Apr 27, 2010
Hereford materials handling equipment consultant HFT Forklifts hassupplied one of the world's largest 4-directional forklift trucks to aGloucestershire company specialising in the design and production of hi-tech modular buildings.
Ergonomically supreme
Apr 26, 2010
If there was an Award for Reliability Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks would win it every year. In its absence, the company scooped the Ergonomics Award at this years FLTA Annual Awards for Excellence.
Jungheinrich warns of importance of reporting near misses
Apr 21, 2010
Forklift truck users of all sizes should implement near miss reporting procedures if they want to reduce the number of actual accidents that occur on their sites.
Mitsubishi shows hybrid forklift at Bauma
Apr 13, 2010
Mitsubishi Equipment Europe BV to exhibit latest development in hybrid forklift technology at Bauma exhibition
Bargain Booze slashes stock damage costs with simple forklift attachment
Apr 13, 2010
Bargain Booze is saving thousands of pounds a year within its supply chain by virtually eliminating the damage caused to palletised loads by forklift trucks.
Hyster builds on strength at BAUMA 2010
Apr 13, 2010
Visitors to BAUMA 2010 in Munich will be the first to see Hysters latest developments as the materials handling equipment manufacturer exhibits new forklift trucks and warehouse equipment.
Flexible storage brings benefits for fulfilment specialist
Apr 13, 2010
The move to Flexis has not only allowed TFS to reduce the width of its aisles from 3.5 to 2.0 metres, but has also enabled the company to cut the size of its forklift fleet.
Forklift Truck, Lift trucks, Reach Trucks.
A forklift truck is an industrial piece of equipment powered by electric, LPG, propane or diesel with a metal fork platform attached to its front. The truck is used to lift heavy loads by inserting the fork platform under cargo, pallets or containers, to move them around a manufacturing plant, industrial operation or warehouse environment for storage. The truck frame of a forklift truck forms the base for its lifting and includes wheels, counterweights, a carriage, and a mast.
Main functions of a forklift truck:
- Lifting and moving heavy loads
- Stacking and unstacking pallets
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Sorting and rearranging materials
- Picking and placing items
- Maintaining warehouse inventory
Forklift Truck Types
There are three main types of forklifts:
- Electric forklifts: These are powered by electric motors and are typically used in indoor environments. They are quiet and produce no emissions, making them a good choice for warehouses and other enclosed spaces.
- Internal combustion forklifts: These are powered by gasoline, diesel, or propane engines and are typically used in outdoor environments. They have a longer range than electric forklifts, but they are also louder and produce more emissions.
- Pedestrian-operated forklifts: These are small, lightweight forklifts that are operated by a pedestrian. They are typically used for light-duty lifting and moving tasks.
Articulated Forklift
Articulated forklift trucks are ideal for small spaces. The traditional articulated forklift is a sit-down configuration and provides the user with a narrow aisle forklift and a traditional counterbalance machine in the same unit. They provide a more cost-effective solution when it comes to maximising storage space and ergonomic operations.
Counterbalance Forklift
These are the most common forms of forklifts and come in 3 and 4 wheel models. The counterbalance forklift features two forks at the front and has the ability to drive up close to a load to pick it up and move it. They have a counterweight in the rear of the vehicle to compensate for the heavy load being lifted at the front. Counterbalance forklift trucks drive best on flat, smooth surfaces and should be used in more open spaces due to their large turning circle.
Side Loader Forklift
There are a variety of different sideloaders or forktrucks which can be powered by diesel, LPG and even propane. This is a piece of materials handling equipment designed for long loads and is ideally suited to the timber and steel industries. The operator’s cab is positioned up front on the left-hand side. The area to the right of the cab is called the bed or platform. This contains a central section within it, called the well, and the forks are built to travel perpendicular to the truck as it moves.
Reach Forklift
Reach Trucks are forklifts used in narrow aisle applications, such as warehouses, and have two outer legs to distribute the load with a set of wheels in the back located below the operator. This allows operators to navigate smaller spaces, and still be able to reach higher racking
Turret Trucks
These trucks have an articulating base that rotates the forks 180 degrees. They are fairly high cost, requiring a guidance system and are much slower than both the reach truck or articulated machines.
Swing Mast
Swing mast machines have a unique design enabling drivers to rotate the mast assembly 90° and shift left and right to pick or place loads in racks. This can be done without turning the forklift and are therefore ideal for very narrow aisles.
Rough Terrain Forklifts
Designed to be driven over uneven, rocky, and pot hold surfaces while carrying heavy loads
- Telehandler or Telescopic
- Rotating or Roto Telehandler
- Straight Mast