Walkie Stacker Pallet Jacks
Walkie stacker pallet jacks are used to lift and transport loaded pallets in a warehouse setting. These types of stackers are available in many different styles that suit a range of purposes.
They have legs located beneath the forks that help to distribute load weight. They can be classified as standard, straddle, reach or counterbalanced.
Electric
For light-cycle, short-range stacking applications, a powerful electric walkie stacker is the perfect solution. Featuring advanced control systems and a compact chassis, these machines are easy to maneuver and provide superior load handling performance. They offer a variety of lift heights and are designed to operate in tight spaces with minimal downtime.
Unlike conventional forklifts, these machines don’t require a license to operate (except ride on walkie stackers). They also cost less upfront and have lower running costs than diesel, LPG, and CNG-powered models.
Standard walkie stackers feature legs that sit under the forks, which distributes their weight. This design allows them to straddle a pallet and is ideal for both transporting and stacking loads. They can handle two pallets at once and have the smallest turning radius of all types of walkie stackers. However, they cannot lift bottomless pallets or containers and are only suitable for med-level tracking. They are available in battery-powered and AC-traction models.
Manual
There are a variety of manual walkie stacker models to choose from that are well suited for transporting and lifting palletized products where a standard forklift is not suitable. These lifts are often used for specialised warehouse applications, store rooms or as backup equipment for more expensive forklifts. They are smaller than traditional forklifts and operate at lower operating costs.
While a forklift requires two people to operate, a manual walkie stacker is operated by one person walkie stacker and has much simpler controls. However, this does not mean that an operator can ignore safety risks. It is always important to read the machine’s operation manual and undergo a forklift training course before attempting to drive any type of lift.
Depending on the model, these stackers can lift materials up to 20 feet into the air. They can also be operated with a ride-on option, which allows an operator to stand directly on the machine while it transports a load. Some models have straddle legs while others have counterbalanced forks to support the heaviest loads. Regardless of the model, these lifts are ideally suited for indoor use and are best used on flat concrete floors.
Straddle
Unlike standard walkie stackers, the straddle pallet stacker has legs that can be extended under the load. This allows them to pick up and stack a full pallet without the need for a ramp. This type of walkie stacker is typically used in low to mid-level selective racking, such as warehouses and customer zone racking areas. They are also ideal for loading trailers and utility vehicles.
Crown’s ePicker straddle walkie stackers have a small wheel base and tight turning radius for maneuvering in restricted spaces. They are designed for use indoors and require minimal maintenance and low operating costs. They also don’t produce any exhaust, so they are better for the environment than other forklifts.
The WSX electric walkie stacker offers high performance, fluid, virtually effortless maneuverability and lift heights of up to 18 feet. The compact and powerful electric lift truck has an advanced drive system that delivers consistent power. This ensures peak productivity and safety. In addition, the WSX features an offset drive unit for higher four-point wheel stability. Its large emergency shut off switch enables easy, intuitive control in case of an accident. The WSX is available in a variety of capacities and designs, so you can find the right model for your business needs.
Reach
Unlike other walkie stackers that use legs to distribute load weight, the reach truck features a pantographic scissor mast to maneuver loads forward away from the stacker’s body. This makes it ideal for restocking shelves and loading trailers, trucks and utility vehicles. It’s also a great choice for mid-level racking applications.
Standard walkie stackers have legs that sit under the forks to distribute load weight allowing them to lift and handle two pallets at a time. They have the smallest turning radius of any other walkie stacker and are best suited for applications that require both transportation and stacking. However, the legs prevent them from lifting bottomless pallets or containers.
Compared to full size forklifts, reach walkie stackers operate in very tight spaces and emit no exhaust pollution or fumes making them ideal for indoor materials handling. They have lower energy requirements and produce less carbon emissions, are highly manoeuvrable and can help increase warehouse capacity. They are also a good option for specialised warehousing sections and store rooms. Their smaller size also allows them to work around low power cables and passing roadways.
Counterbalance
The counterbalance walkie stacker is a great machine for use in small confined spaces like store rooms, compact warehouses or as a backup to larger forklifts. The small wheels on these machines mean that they are ideally suited to indoor environments as they are designed to drive on flat concrete floors. The design also makes it easy to maneuver these units into tighter spaces, something that would be impossible for a forklift.
The X10 handle on these stackers offers the operator incredible load handling control and maneuverability. It also helps to walkie stacker minimize steering effort and fatigue which is important in a fast-paced environment. The brushless AC travel motor is highly efficient and produces very little heat which keeps operating costs down.
Unlike forklifts, heavy duty walkie stackers do not require a licence to operate. They are also much quieter and don’t produce polluted exhaust. They are a fantastic choice for any industrial or warehouse application that requires pallet stacking. HOF Equipment Company carries Big Joe, Vestil and Ekko heavy duty walkie stackers in a wide range of lift height configurations and load capacities.