Forklifts from Japan: advantages and scope of application

Forklift trucks are a type of equipment used for working in warehouses. With the help of specially designed forks, you can easily lift, move, unload and load goods mounted on a pallet.

Types and features

Forklift trucks are divided into several categories according to their load capacity:

• light – up to 2 thousand kg;
• medium – up to 4 thousand kg;
• heavy – up to 10 thousand kg;
• heavy-duty – over 10 thousand kg.

Light and medium trucks are most in demand in warehouses. Heavy-duty trucks are used in sea ports, where it is necessary to move heavy containers.

According to the type of engine, forklifts are divided into electric, petrol and diesel. Electric trucks are designed to lift loads up to 5 thousand kg. Such options are chosen for ease of use in indoor warehouses due to their environmental friendliness and quiet operation. It is important to understand that electric models require constant recharging. For work on the road or in street conditions, you can choose a petrol or diesel machine.

These are economical and powerful machines that can be used in all weather conditions. Another advantage of the petrol engine is that it lasts a long time even under maximum load.

Which forklift manufacturers are considered the best?

High reliability, ease of operation and the ability to work in harsh conditions are the hallmarks of forklifts from Japan from the following manufacturers:

• Mitsubishi;
• Toyota;
• Suzuki;
• TCM;
• Komatsu.

Japanese companies are working to reduce fuel costs and paying close attention to operator safety.

Where forklifts are used

The main area of use is in warehouse complexes. The trucks can be used to move goods to multi-level racking and to transfer them to trucks for delivery. The trucks are not only in demand in warehouses. They are also used in industry, seaports and airports.

Other applications:

• Construction. With the help of the machine, it is possible to unload a pallet of building materials and to transport them. The block forks lift concrete slabs, bricks and help to remove construction waste.
• Recycling centres. The use of forklifts facilitates the process of moving compressed packages of paper, plastic or bales of bulk material.
• Farming and agriculture. Enables the movement of haystacks, fertiliser containers, feed and crop boxes.

Thanks to their compact design and stable forks, the machines move heavy loads quickly and safely over distances. This reduces loading and unloading times, increasing productivity regardless of your operation.