Narrow Aisle and very Narrow Aisle Trucks: Certain forklifts have VNA features or NA features. In order to operate efficiently and safely, nearly all counterbalanced trucks need at least 11 feet of aisle width. NA trucks on the other hand, could operate in narrow aisles that are 8 to 10 feet wide. Additionally, VNA or very narrow aisle trucks could function in aisles which are 6 feet wide.
The advantage of utilizing a VNA and NA truck over a regular 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, which improves cube use. The loads moved by Very Narrow Aisle and Narrow Aisle trucks usually are limited to approximately 3000 and 5000 pounds. Reach trucks could operate in narrow aisle. Turret trucks, rotating mast trucks and order selectors can operate in narrow or very narrow aisles, depending on the particular unit.
Reach Trucks: Specially made for storage and retrieval, reach trucks are made with outriggers and telescoping forks which enables the operator to lift and retract a load over the outriggers. These models are not suitable for moving loads quickly over long distances nor for loading and unloading trucks. Similar to the order selector, reach trucks could 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 could rotate in one direction, to a 90 degree angle. This particular feature enables them to operate in a narrow aisle condition. Turret trucks can operate in narrow or very narrow aisle places. Like order selectors, these machinery could elevate both the operator and the cargo. Moreover, they could enable the operator to deal with loads on either side of an aisle without re-entering and exiting the aisle.
Turret trucks are often wire or rail guided when used within very narrow aisles. Thus, the operator doesn't need to focus any energy on their driving skills and can concentrate on the work load at hand. Since turret trucks are considered "operator-up" trucks, they could be used for case and item picking in addition to full pallet handling.