initial lift on high lift trucks

definition

Initial lift means the possibility of creating increased ground clearance by raising the wheel arms of the industrial truck. This benefits high lift trucks , whose forks can be lowered to ground level. As soon as loading ramps or uneven terrain make transport difficult, these can be easily overcome with high lift trucks with initial lift.

function

The initial lift allows the truck to drive over loading ramps or uneven terrain without any problems . Another practical additional function is the ability to pick up two pallets at the same time . The second pallet can be picked up using the forks, which are located underneath the lifting forks. The increased transport of goods noticeably increases operational efficiency.

Advantages of the high lift truck with initial lift

• Order picking: The initial lifting function can be particularly advantageous for order picking , as the employee can lift the pallets loaded with goods. This creates an ergonomic workplace . In addition, the order picking processes can be expanded in terms of quantity thanks to the second pallet.
• The initial lift provides both relief for the worker and an increase in performance during operation .
• The high lift truck with initial lift can reach a lifting height of up to 3.3 m , with a ground clearance of up to 137 mm . Other models in the DOUBLE series are designed for lifting heights of over 5 meters. Many versions have a small turning radius , which means that even particularly narrow warehouse aisles are not an obstacle.
• Initial high lift trucks benefit from high safety standards . The transport forks are usually rounded.
• The initial lift function from 120 mm enables elegant maneuvering even with low ceiling heights.
• Electric high lift trucks with initial lift have a powerful battery and enable long periods of use at full power.

Initial lift or free lift?

The free lift function allows pallets to be lifted up to a certain height without changing the height of the pallet truck. The initial lift, on the other hand, allows for increased ground clearance. Pallet trucks with an initial lift can also have the free lift function. Detailed information can be found in the technical data.

See also

• How do you operate a high lift truck?
• ground clearance for high lift trucks
• Which high lift truck is right for me?