Narrow aisle forklifts
Narrow aisle forklifts are generally utilized in warehousing operations. These kinds of forklifts are essential tools in the industry since their extreme maneuverability and small size allow warehouses to use space to maximum storing capacity. They could easily go around aisles that are 1.8 meters wide, while standard lift trucks need at least 3.4 meters of aisle width.
This type of forklift is sub-categorized as "narrow aisle forklifts" and "very narrow aisle forklifts". The former require 2.4 meters - 3 meters in aisle width, while the latter could function in a 1.8 meters wide space.
The narrow aisle forklift design consists of forks positioned at right angles to the body of the truck. The trucks do not have to face the shelves, but instead drive straight down the aisle picking up loads to the side. This design feature is the key to their suitability for tight spaces.
To be able to make certain that the forklift is moving in a straight line down the aisle, some very narrow aisle forklifts include wire or optical systems. That way, the operator could focus more on the picking and the placement of loads.
The cushion tires which come with these kinds of lifts are made of solid rubber. The hard tires perform well on concrete floors and smooth, paved surfaces. Narrow aisle forklifts have electric motors that is best used in indoor environments. Propane-powered models are available as well.