NA and VNA Trucks: There are some 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 operate efficiently and safely. Narrow Aisle trucks on the other hand, can function in narrow aisles which measure 8 to 10 feet wide. In addition, VNA or very narrow aisle trucks could operate in aisles as narrow as 6 feet wide.
The advantage 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 within the warehouses allow for more storage of products within a particular area, that improves cube use. The loads transported using Very Narrow Aisle and Narrow Aisle trucks normally are limited to approximately 3000 and 5000 pounds. Reach trucks could operate in narrow aisle. Rotating mast trucks, order selectors and turret trucks can work in very narrow or narrow aisles, depending on the particular unit.
Reach Trucks: Reach trucks are specially made narrow-aisle trucks which are made for retrieval and storage. They are made of outriggers and telescoping forks which enable the operators to pick up a load and after that retract it over the outriggers. These units are not suitable for unloading or loading trucks, nor for moving loads quickly over long distances. Like the order selector, reach trucks can be available for lifting heights that are higher than 30 feet.
Turret Trucks and Rotating-Mast Trucks: Like regular sit-down forklifts, rotating mast trucks have masts that can rotate in one direction, to a 90 degree angle. This particular feature enables them to function within a narrow aisle situation. Turret trucks can operate in very narrow or narrow aisle locations. Similar to order selectors, these equipment can elevate both the operator and the cargo. Additionally, 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 utilized in very narrow aisles. Thus, the operator can concentrate on the work load at hand since 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 picking cases and items as well as full pallet handling.