Narrow Aisle and very Narrow Aisle Trucks: Some forklifts have NA features or VNA features. In order to operate safely and efficiently, the majority of counterbalanced trucks require at least 11 feet of aisle width. NA trucks however, are able to function in narrow aisles that measure 8 to 10 feet wide. Additionally, very narrow aisle or VNA trucks could function in aisles as narrow as 6 feet wide.
The advantage of utilizing a VNA and NA truck over a conventional lift is that it makes it possible for warehouses to be constructed with narrower aisles. The wider aisles in the warehouses enable for more storage of things in a specific space, that improves cube use. The loads moved utilizing Very Narrow Aisle and Narrow Aisle trucks usually are limited to approximately 3000 and 5000 pounds. Reach trucks can operate in narrow aisle. Turret trucks, rotating mast trucks and order selectors could work within narrow or very narrow aisles, depending on the particular unit.
Reach Trucks: Specifically designed for storage and retrieval, reach trucks are made with telescoping forks and outriggers that allows the operator to pick up and retract a load over the outriggers. These units are not the best suited for unloading or loading trucks, nor for transporting loads quickly over long distances. Like the order selector, reach trucks could be available for lifting heights which are greater than 30 feet.
Turret Trucks and Rotating-Mast Trucks: Like typical sit-down forklifts, rotating mast trucks have masts that can rotate in one direction, to a 90 degree angle. This particular feature allows them to function within a narrow aisle situation. Turret trucks could operate in very narrow or narrow aisle places. Like order selectors, these machines can lift both the operator and the cargo. Additionally, they are able to allow the operator to handle loads on either side of an aisle without re-entering and exiting the aisle.
Turret trucks are generally rail or wire guided when they are utilized in very narrow aisles. Thus, the operator doesn't need to focus any energy on their driving skills and could focus on the work load at hand. Since turret trucks are considered "operator-up" trucks, they are able to be utilized for picking items and cases in addition to full pallet handling.