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Classification of Forklift Trucks

Forklift trucks have been working its magic for around 100 years now. Even now, this particular type of machine is found in each and every warehouse operation all over the globe.



The very first forklifts were built as a result of manpower shortages that were caused by WWI. Businesses like Yale & Town and Clark introduced the material handling machine which utilized powered lift tractors inside their factories. During the year 1918, Clark saw the potential for these machinery and started selling them.



It was in the 1920s that the design of forklifts evolved from a tractor with an attachment to a dedicated machinery which was equipped with a vertical lifting mast. The forklift developed and became more advanced with the Second World War. The forklift played a vital role during this time in the handling of supplies for various armies throughout the globe. It was also during this time that the introduction of the wooden pallet solidified the need for the lift truck in the material handling business.



Forklifts gained momentum and continued to develop as soon as World War II ended. In the 1950s, forklifts which utilize batteries made an appearance. There were other more specialized types of forklifts introduced such as the Narrow Aisle Reach truck. This type was made by the Raymond Corporation. In the 1960s and 1970s, improvements were made in the electronic controls area. This made forklifts much more versatile and businesses were able to look at warehouse efficiency.



Today, the forklift can be powered by numerous fuel options like electric battery, diesel, gasoline, CNG or compressed natural gas, LPG or liquid propane gas. The first hybrid forklift was developed by Mitsubishi. It now runs on lithium ion and diesel battery. This particular type uses thirty nine percent less fuel compared to existing models. Statistics prove that its carbon dioxide emissions are around 14.6 tons less compared to those forklift models which are powered by IC or internal combustion engines.

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