VNA and NA Trucks: There are certain truck types which 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 in order to function safely and efficiently. Narrow Aisle trucks on the other hand, can function in narrow aisles which are 8 to 10 feet wide. Also, VNA or very narrow aisle trucks can function in aisles that are 6 feet wide.
The benefit of using a VNA and NA truck over a standard 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 products within a particular space, that improves cube utilization. The loads transported utilizing Narrow Aisle and VNA trucks normally are limited to about 3000 and 5000 lbs. Reach trucks could operate in narrow aisle. Rotating mast trucks, order selectors and turret trucks are able to work in very narrow or narrow aisles, depending on the specific model.
Reach Trucks: Particularly designed for storage and retrieval, reach trucks are made with outriggers and telescoping forks that enables the operator to pick up and retract a load over the outriggers. These models are not suitable for loading and unloading trucks, nor for moving loads quickly over long distances. Similar to 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 similar to 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 within a narrow aisle condition. Turret trucks are able to work in very narrow or narrow aisle locations. Similar to order selectors, these equipment are capable of elevating both the cargo and the operator. Moreover, they can allow the operator to handle loads on either side of an aisle without re-entering and exiting the aisle.
Turret trucks are normally wire or rail guided when used in very narrow aisles. Thus, the operator could concentrate on the work load at hand as they doesn't need to focus any energy on their driving skills. As turret trucks are considered "operator-up" trucks, they can be utilized for item and case picking in addition to full pallet handling.