In any warehouse equipped with pallet racking, forklifts play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of goods. At One Stop Pallet Racking, we not only provide comprehensive pallet racking solutions but also sell and hire a wide range of forklifts designed to meet diverse warehouse needs. Whether you require a brand-new forklift or a second-hand refurbished unit, we offer options that cater to various tasks and environments.

Selecting the right forklift for your warehouse can be a complex decision, and our expert team is here to provide tailored advice to help you choose the ideal machine based on your specific needs. From the type of terrain your forklift will operate on to the height of your pallet racking system, we guide you through the selection process to ensure you get the right equipment for the job.

Forklift Types for Your Warehouse

Here’s a closer look at the different types of forklifts available at One Stop Pallet Racking and how they enhance the efficiency of warehouse operations:

Counterbalance Forklift

Counterbalance forklifts are one of the most widely used forklifts in warehouses with pallet racking systems. These machines are equipped with dual forks at the front and a weight at the rear to counterbalance heavy loads, making them highly stable and easy to operate. They are versatile and capable of moving pallets efficiently across the warehouse.

Key Features of Counterbalance Forklifts:

• The back-mounted weight provides stability for heavy loads.
• Suitable for warehouses that require operators to manoeuvre in circular motions.
• Designed without extending arms, allowing the operator to approach pallets directly, simplifying the loading and unloading process.

High Reach Forklift

For warehouses that utilise vertical pallet racking and need access to items stored at height, the high reach forklift is an invaluable tool. These forklifts can lift pallets far beyond the reach of a standard counterbalance forklift, maximising vertical storage space.

Key Features of High Reach Forklifts:

• Capable of reaching pallets stored as high as 18 metres, depending on the model.
• Ideal for navigating narrow aisles in warehouses, where other forklifts might struggle to operate.
• Helps to fully optimise warehouse storage by taking advantage of tall racking systems.

Reach Truck

Reach trucks are designed for warehouses with limited space between pallet racking. Smaller and more agile than a high reach forklift, a reach truck allows operators to work in tighter spaces while still providing substantial lift capacity.

Key Features of Reach Trucks:

• Outer legs distribute the load, with one or two wheels on each leg for added stability.
• Designed for narrower aisles and smaller spaces compared to counterbalance forklifts.
• Offers vertical storage capacity for light to medium loads, making it ideal for smaller-scale operations.

Walkie Stacker

Walkie stackers, also known as walk-behind stackers, are perfect for smaller warehouses, storerooms, or customer-facing racking areas where large forklifts may not be necessary. These machines allow operators to walk behind the equipment while controlling the lifting and moving of pallets.

Key Features of Walkie Stackers:

• Available in both manual and powered options, making them versatile for different needs.
• Ideal for transporting and lifting smaller loads for short durations.
• Particularly useful for environments where space is limited and a full-sized forklift would be impractical.

Pallet Jacks

Pallet jacks provide a simple way to move pallets around a warehouse at ground level. While they lack the lifting height of larger forklifts, pallet jacks are invaluable for warehouses that frequently move pallets over short distances.

Key Features of Pallet Jacks:

• Simple to use and ideal for increasing productivity in large warehouses.
• Effective for moving both light and heavy pallets without the need for a more complex forklift.

Order Picker

Order pickers are specialised forklifts used for retrieving individual items from pallet racking rather than moving full pallets. Unlike most forklifts, which operate from ground level, order pickers lift the operator along with the load, allowing for efficient and precise picking.

Key Features of Order Pickers:

• Ideal for low and high-level order picking applications, particularly in warehouses with tight aisles.
• The operator is lifted with the load, allowing for more accurate order fulfilment in environments that require piece-picking.

Choosing the Right Forklift for Your Warehouse

Selecting the right forklift is crucial for ensuring efficient warehouse operations. At One Stop Pallet Racking, our expert team will ask key questions to help determine the best equipment for your specific needs:

• What is the required reach height of the forklift?
• How heavy are the pallets being moved?
• What type of terrain will the forklift be operating on?
• Will the forklift need to enter shipping containers?
• How narrow are the aisles in your warehouse?

By answering these questions, we can recommend the ideal forklift model from our extensive range of options, ensuring you get the most efficient and effective solution for your warehouse.

Complete Warehouse Solutions from One Stop Pallet Racking

At One Stop Pallet Racking, we offer much more than forklifts. Our comprehensive warehouse solutions include everything from layout design to safety inspections, certification, and pallet racking systems. We serve businesses across Australia, with locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Adelaide, and Perth. Our goal is to optimise your storage space and enhance productivity with tailored solutions. If you’re looking to improve your warehouse operations, contact us today to find the perfect forklift and pallet racking solution for your needs.