Forklifts, Lift and Pallet Trucks

Looking for a construction forklift, lift or pallet truck?A forklift is basically any powered lift equipment or machine used for lifting and moving industrial goods by means of steel forks usually in a warehouse or loading dock. Invented around 1917 by a transmission manufacturer to move automotive assemblies, the construction forklift has evolved into indispensable piece of equipment for moving palletized loads in many manufacturing, construction, material handling and warehousing operations. The forklift is easily the most recognized machine of its kind by its front end which is basically a fork that can be inserted in a pallet, raised and then moved to another location.

Kinds of Construction Forklifts

Construction Forklifts come in many different designs and are classified according to roughly ten different factors. They can be categorized in terms of the 1) engine type, 2) whether they use hydraulics, 3) the type of fuel they use, 4) the kind of tire they use, 5) counterbalance, 6) fork design, 7) safety features, 8) vertical lift travel, 9) lift capacity and 10) how their are operated, i.e., walking behind, standing or sitting on. Buy your Pallet Jack Today from Global Industrial

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Forlifts, Lifts and Pallet Trucks
Pallet Jacks from Global Industrial

Best Value Pallet Truck, Pallet Jack 5500 lb. Capacity 27 x 48
Rugged construction and excellent pricing make this pallet truck the best value for your material handling needs. 27"W x 48"L forks feature entry rollers and tapered design for easy pallet and skid entry, and are reinforced for heavy duty loads. This pallet jack has a 3-function hand control (raise, neutral and lower) and offers a spring-loaded self-righting safety loop handle to enhance comfort and ease of operation. Hardened chrome piston with protective dust cover ensures long, dependable service of this skid lift jack. Floor protective polyurethane steer and load wheels. Durable powder coat finish. 1 Year Warranty. See Fork Lifts and Accessories under Material Handling

Lightweight and Portable Lift Truck
These compact lift trucks are used to lift material to and from shelves, move office equipment and install ceiling and wall appliances. Fork lift trucks are perfect for when aisles and congested areas prevent the use of larger equipment. Stackers roll through standard doorways in the upright position without having to tilt the truck back. These manual stackers are lightweight and portable utilizing upper handle rollers that allow the truck to be loaded onto its back for easy van or pick-up transporting. See Material Handling: Fork Lifts and Accessories

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Toyota Construction Forklift
This Toyota Forlift features a 2-speed manual transmission, gas engine, pneumatic tires, power steering, load backrests, 36" L forks, headlights and taillights. Unit has a 78" lowered mast height with a 118" maximum lift. In addition to mechanical reconditioning, the unit gets a thorough cleaning, new paint, tires, seats and batteries. Price includes freight. Order optional propane conversion (Item 103867) and side shifter (Item 103868) separately. Truck Ship. Load capacity: 4000 lbs. Turning radius: 78 inches. Dimensions : 96" L x 46" W x 81" H. Model 5FG-20

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Jet Electric High-Lift Pallet Truck: 2000 lbs Capacity. Model# EHPT - 2745
Lifts capacity load in 18 seconds! Designed to lift and transport skids or open-style pallets to a maximum height of 31 1/2" with push button ease. Doubles as a mobile work station to reduce fatigue and lifting injuries. Truck ship. Heavy-gauge steel frame with tough powder-coat finish. 2200 lb lift capacity. Dependable Fenner/Haldex Barnes mini-hydraulic pump system. Automatic overload bypass provides extra pump protection. 12V, 60Hz maintenance-free battery. 115V, 1Ph on-board charger with industrial power cables. Rounded fork tips for trouble-free pallet entry and exit. Large, ergonomic steering handle with fingertip controls. Automatic floor brake engages when forks are raised. Fork measures 45" L x 6 3/8"W. Model EHPT-2745

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Northern Industrial Folding Pallet Truck - 5,000 lbs.
HEAVY DUTY! 5000-pound capacity pallet jack is welded steel with reinforced 48 inch L fork. Easy to operate 230° arc steering. Raises load from 3 inch to 7 3/4 inch high. Truck Ship. 3 Position Hand Controls: Raise, Neutral and Lower 7in. Nylon Swivel Wheel 3in. Nylon Rigid Rollers Overall Width: 27in. Overall Height: 50 1/2in. Forks: 2in. thick and 6in. wide Shaft size: 1 1/4in.L x 1in.W Inside width between forks: 13 3/4".

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