NA and VNA Trucks: There are certain truck types that have very narrow aisle or VNA features or narrow aisle or NA features. Nearly all counterbalanced trucks require a minimum of 11 feet of aisle width to be able to function safely and efficiently. Narrow or NA trucks on the other hand, are able to operate in narrow aisles that measure 8 to 10 feet wide. Also, VNA or very narrow aisle trucks can function in aisles that are 6 feet wide.
The benefit of utilizing a VNA and NA truck over a standard lift is that it makes it possible for warehouses to be built with narrower aisles. The wider aisles in the warehouses enable for more storage of things within a particular space, which improves cube utilization. The loads transported utilizing NA and Very narrow Aisle trucks normally are limited to around 3000 and 5000 pounds. Reach trucks are capable of operating in narrow aisle. Order selectors, turret trucks and rotating mast trucks can operate within very narrow or narrow aisles, depending on the particular model.
Reach Trucks: Specially made for storage and retrieval, reach trucks are made with outriggers and telescoping forks that allows the operator to pick up and retract a load over the outriggers. These units are not suitable for unloading or loading trucks, nor for transporting loads quickly over long distances. Like the order selector, reach trucks can be available for lifting heights which are greater than 30 feet.
Turret Trucks and Rotating-Mast Trucks: Rotating-mast trucks are like standard sit-down forklifts. The main distinction is that their masts could rotate in one direction, to a 90 degree angle. This feature enables them to operate in a narrow aisle situation. Turret trucks can operate in very narrow or narrow aisle places. Like order selectors, these equipment are capable of elevating both the operator and the cargo. Moreover, they could enable the operator to deal with loads on either side of an aisle without exiting and re-entering the aisle.
Turret trucks are normally wire or rail guided when they are used in very narrow aisles. Thus, the operator doesn't have to focus any energy on their driving skills and could focus on the work load at hand. Because turret trucks are considered "operator-up" trucks, they can be used for picking items and cases in addition to full pallet handling.