A pallet truck is used to lift, move, and stack heavy palletized goods. They can be manual or motorized, with lift heights and weight capacities varying between models. Fork width can also be adjustable to accommodate different pallet sizes.
A pallet truck is a type of pallet truck used to help lift, move, and stack palletized goods that are too heavy to lift manually. The primary purpose of a pallet stacker is to load and unload pallets into trucks and to transfer pallets from one location to another within a warehouse or storage space. Most pallet stackers are built with heavy-duty materials to withstand extreme weights and heavy daily use.
Pallet stackers or jacks can be walked behind or operated from a standing or seated position. Stackers are typically divided into two types: manual and motorized. A pallet truck is made up of a few basic components. The forks of the stacker slide under a pallet, move it and lift it to the desired height. The engine compartment or stacker enclosure houses hydraulic, electronic, or gas-powered equipment that powers the machine.
A hand stacker is operated by hand and works hydraulically to make it easier to lift heavy pallets. It is usually a walk man, which means it is operated by pushing and pulling the jack to the desired position. Pressing a pedal or handle raises the stacker forks. Pressing a separate trigger or lever returns the forks to ground level. Hand stackers are ideal for light loads up to approximately one tonne (907.18 kg), depending on the maximum weight capacity of the model.
Gas or electric stackers help make stacking heavier pallets easier by lifting weights up to approximately five tonnes (4535.92 kg). These provide automatic power to raise and lower the stacker forks and are therefore less physically demanding than manual ones. An accelerator on the handle of the machine moves it back and forth. It is driven by turning the handle in the desired direction and its forks are raised and lowered by buttons on the handle. A stacker operated from a seated position is commonly known as a forklift.
Choosing the right pallet truck for a specific job is crucial. Lift height, maximum weight and fork width can vary significantly between individual units. The lift height of one stacker may allow you to stack just two pallets, while others can reach heights that allow you to stack more pallets. Some forklift-style pallet stackers come with an adjustable fork width that allows the jack to slide under pallets of various shapes and sizes. This is a popular choice when many different style pallets are used on a regular basis, as it may eliminate the need for more than one pallet stacker.
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