NA and VNA Trucks: There are some truck models that have VNA or very narrow aisle features or narrow aisle or NA features. The majority of counterbalanced trucks require a minimum of 11 feet of aisle width to be able to function efficiently and safely. NA trucks on the other hand, could function in narrow aisles which measure 8 to 10 feet wide. Also, VNA or very narrow aisle trucks could function in aisles as narrow as 6 feet wide.
VNA and NA trucks offer many benefits because they make it possible for warehouses to be built with narrower aisles. This results in the warehouse being able to successfully store numerous more products within a certain space, improving cube utilization. The loads transported by NA and VNA trucks usually are limited to around 3000 and 5000 lbs. Reach trucks could operate in narrow aisle. Turret trucks, rotating mast trucks and order selectors can operate within very narrow or narrow aisles, depending on the specific unit.
Reach Trucks: Reach trucks are specially designed narrow-aisle trucks which are made for storage and retrieval. They are made of telescoping forks and outriggers which enable the operators to pick up a load and afterward retract it over the outriggers. These models are not the best suited for unloading or loading trucks, nor for moving loads quickly over long distances. Like the order selector, reach trucks could be available for lifting heights which are greater than 30 feet.
Rotating-Mast Trucks and Turret Trucks: Similar to standard sit-down forklifts, rotating mast trucks have masts which are able to rotate in one direction, to a 90 degree angle. This particular feature enables them to operate in a narrow aisle condition. Turret trucks are able to work in narrow or very narrow aisle places. Like order selectors, these machinery are capable of elevating both the cargo and the operator. Moreover, they are able to enable the operator to deal with loads on either side of an aisle without re-entering and exiting the aisle.
Turret trucks are usually rail or wire guided when used in very narrow aisles. This way, the operator can concentrate on the work load at hand since they doesn't have to focus any energy on their driving skills. Because turret trucks are considered "operator-up" trucks, they can be utilized for item and case picking as well as full pallet handling.