The Advantages of Narrow-Aisle Forklifts

Since the forklift’s inception in 1917, forklifts have been designed with one goal in mind: increasing efficiency while decreasing costs. CLARK offers a wide range of products to ensure that you can find the perfect machine for your specific needs. But what if you need to maximize storage space while still utilizing a lift truck? In this case, a narrow aisle forklift might be the perfect option for you.

CLARK offers three different models of narrow aisle forklifts: the NPX15D/17/20/22, the OSX15, and the Turret Truck. Each machine has its own benefits, but all share a common feature: their narrow size. Due to their size, narrow aisle forklifts allow warehouses to have more storage with less wasted aisle space, which allows more SKUs and a more efficient operation. Below you will find the benefits of each of our narrow aisle forklifts.

NPX15D/17/20/22

The NPX family of reach trucks is designed to meet the performance and reliability requirements of today’s demanding narrow aisle applications. Their ergonomic design, maneuverability, and energy efficiency combine to achieve maximum productivity.

Benefits:

  1. Heavy Duty Drive and Hydraulic Motors
    1. With Advanced 100% AC motors and controllers, electro-mechanical brakes, electronic speed-sensitive power steering, and high efficiency hydraulic system, this machine is Built to Last.
  2. Top-of-the-Line Braking System
    1. With a primary (electric) braking provided through an electronic controller, service brakes that engage automatically at zero travel, and electro-mechanical brakes that reduce components and complexity, these trucks are guaranteed to have smooth, consistent braking in all load and travel conditions.
  3. CLARK Designed Control Handle for True Multifunction Control
    1. The 3-function design of this CLARK-designed control handle allows for simultaneous operation of travel, lift/lower, AND one additional hydraulic function. The integrated mini-thumbstick allows for even more finite control at the tip of your fingers. The control handle is designed to fit a wide range of hand sizes for reduced operator fatigue, and is 100% proportional, leading to greater ergonomics.
  4. The NPX is Fully Adjustable and Programmable
    1. The CLARK NPX’s 100% AC design, matched with energy-efficient components, delivers improved acceleration, travel, and lifting speeds, which increases productivity. Operators have greater control to move product with greater confidence. The reliable components in a NPX require less service, lowering overall costs.

OSX15

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The CLARK OSX 15 has raised the bar for order selectors. High performance and best-in-class operator comfort combined with generous standard features positions this order selector above the competition.

 

Benefits:

  1. Infinitely variable lift/lower
    1. Allowing the operator to easily position the operator platform both when lifting and lowering gives the operator excellent control and promotes optimum productivity.
  2. Fully Adjustable/Programmable
    1. A properly trained mechanic can completely customize parameters to the Operator’s preference such as acceleration rate and travel speeds (separate forward and reverse).
  1. 100% AC With Plug-In Encoder
    1. Fewer parts and minimum wear leads to less downtime and cost, which in turn leads to a higher ROI. These AC motors are enclosed and brushless for the optimum efficiency and minimum downtime. The motors’ thermal protection leads to a cooler operation with stall protection, a smart lift lockout, and one motor for both steering and hydraulics. The AC system delivers faster acceleration as well as superior lifting speeds.
  2.  24 or 36 Volt High Performance
    1. The 24 Volt offers excellent performance and run time, while the 36 Volt can achieve quicker lift speeds and more responsive acceleration with higher KWH batteries. Either battery option will improve your productivity and reduce energy consumption.
  1. Wide Range Pallet Clamp
    1. The wide range pallet clamp accommodates a wide range of pallet stringer widths. Unlike some competitive units that require the choice of one size clamp or the other, our standard clamp will handle stringers up to 5” wide for increased flexibility and convenient, efficient pallet handling.
  2. Operator Compartment
    1. With a spacious platform which allows for a 4-point stance, an LCD dash display, advanced on-board diagnostics, and electronic power steering with auto-centering, the operator compartment on the OSX trucks are optimized with the operator in mind.

Turret Truck

One of our larger narrow aisle trucks is the Turret Truck. The Turret Truck is ideal for manufacturing, warehousing, and Narrow Aisle applications with combined Shipping/Receiving operations.

Benefits:

  1. Compound and Traverse Sideshift
    1. This allows for greater lateral movement in the aisle, reducing truck front end width.
  2. 180 degree pivoting action
    1. The operator can work on either side of the aisle, regardless of truck orientation.
  3. Maintenance Friendly
    1. The turret attachment is built with standard drive components. With expedient parts availability and minimized service costs, downtime is minimized, saving you time and money.

 

For assistance in determining which narrow aisle truck works best for your specific needs, contact your local CLARK dealer today. Narrow Aisle trucks are designed with the operator and the company in mind, saving you time and money by increasing storage space, decreasing downtime due to maintenance needs, and increasing operator comfort.

 

 

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