{"id":528,"date":"2017-06-26T07:06:52","date_gmt":"2017-06-26T07:06:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/?p=528"},"modified":"2017-09-19T11:24:15","modified_gmt":"2017-09-19T11:24:15","slug":"industrial-side-loader-forklift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/forklifts\/industrial-side-loader-forklift\/","title":{"rendered":"Industrial Side Loader Forklift | Forklifts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_wrap_right no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#What_are_Industrial_Side_Loader_Forklifts\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> What are Industrial Side Loader Forklifts?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What_are_the_Features_of_Side_Loader_Forklifts\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> What are the Features of Side Loader Forklifts?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Side_Loader_Forklift_Manufacturers\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Side Loader Forklift Manufacturers\u00a0<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Raymond_Side_Loader_Forklift\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.1<\/span> Raymond Side Loader Forklift<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Yale_Side_Loaders\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.2<\/span> Yale Side Loaders<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Very_Narrow_Aisle_Forklift_Turret_Truck\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.2.1<\/span> Very Narrow Aisle Forklift Turret Truck<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Hyster_Side_Loaders\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.3<\/span> Hyster Side Loaders<\/a><ul><li><ul><li><a href=\"#Sources\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_4\">3.3.0.1<\/span> Sources:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"background: white;\"><span id=\"What_are_Industrial_Side_Loader_Forklifts\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">What are Industrial Side Loader Forklifts?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"background: white;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">Industrial side loaders have forks that are placed to the side of the truck. These forks can carry long or wide loads are usually inaccessible or hard to reach with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/forklifts\/industrial-counterbalance-forklift-truck\/\">straightforward forklifts<\/a>. Because of this feature, side loader forklifts are more suitable for working in narrow aisles. Loads such as steel, pipes, and timber should be carried by a side loader (also called a lateral forklift) since these materials are more easily handled if they are facing the direction being traveled. This setup helps minimize the overall width of the load and equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">There are three different types of side loader forklifts. The enclosed cab forklift is most commonly used outdoors, while the stand-up ones are mostly used indoors. Multidirectional or multi-way forklifts have wheels that rotate by 90 degrees, resulting to easier transportation to any direction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What_are_the_Features_of_Side_Loader_Forklifts\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">What are the Features of Side Loader Forklifts?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"background: white; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">There are many additional features that side loaders have that can be more advantageous than using forklifts. Unlike <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/forklifts\/industrial-reach-forklift-truck\/\">forklifts<\/a>, side loaders do not need to turn. They can drive up along the aisle and can unload and load from its side. Because the loads are carried on the side, the operator of the forklift can see more clearly in front and behind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">Side loaders have a flatbed, making the loads more stabilized. Manufacturers of this type of forklift developed side loaders as multidirectional machines, enabling them to move in all four directions by changing the direction of its wheels. This type of forklift has crab steering or having two wheels that operate independently from each other. This allows the lift to travel sideways into narrow storage aisles. There is a knob located inside this forklift which controls both lift and lower functions, making speed control more accessible and easy. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">Some side loader forklift models have ergonomic technologies, like a high backrest, recessed swivel seat, and infinity variable armrests, all of which improve operator productivity.\u00a0Other models have a cushioned floor and an operator compartment with controls that are easy to reach. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">Side loader forklifts are not that hard to maintain. Some models come with a hinged battery cover for easier accessibility, and other lifts have a steel motor compartment that covers all key components, making the maintenance routine quicker and less hassle. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">In addition to the mentioned features, operators can also modify the truck performance in accordance with their working style. Adjustable parameters such as acceleration, travel speed, braking force, and lift limits can be done to boost operator productivity. The operator can also set a password to the particular side loader forklift that they are working with so that the settings cannot be easily changed by other workers. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">One disadvantage of a side loader forklift is that it is not as maneuverable as normal forklifts. However, as said earlier, some manufacturers have developed multi-directional side loaders making them easier to operate and manipulate. Additionally, side loader forklifts cater only to very specific needs, which are long and wide loads.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Arial; color: #666666;\">These lateral forklifts can be used for applications such as long load handling, pallet-less handling, specialty racks, and narrow aisle storage. Industrial side loader forklifts are best for maximizing and utilizing space and decreasing load damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Side_Loader_Forklift_Manufacturers\"><strong>Side Loader Forklift Manufacturers\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span id=\"Raymond_Side_Loader_Forklift\">Raymond Side Loader Forklift<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/Raymond9300SideLoader-300x265.jpg\" alt=\"Raymond 9300\" width=\"300\" height=\"265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/Raymond9300SideLoader-300x265.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/Raymond9300SideLoader.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 116px;\" width=\"675\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Model<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">9300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Battery<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">48 volt<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Capacity (lbs)<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">6000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Elevated Height<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">360\u201d maximum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-530\" src=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/9400RaymondSideloader-300x265.jpg\" alt=\"Raymond 9400 Side Loader\" width=\"300\" height=\"265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/9400RaymondSideloader-300x265.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/9400RaymondSideloader.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 120px;\" width=\"668\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Model<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">9400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Battery<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">48 volt<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Capacity (lbs)<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">12000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"234\">Elevated Height<\/td>\n<td width=\"234\">367\u201d maximum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FybTDcayZ7A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Yale_Side_Loaders\">Yale Side Loaders<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span id=\"Very_Narrow_Aisle_Forklift_Turret_Truck\">Very Narrow Aisle Forklift Turret Truck<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/nta030-035sbYale-300x273.png\" alt=\"Yale Side Loader Forklift\" width=\"300\" height=\"273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/nta030-035sbYale-300x273.png 300w, https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/nta030-035sbYale.png 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 327px;\" width=\"688\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">NTA030SB<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">NTA035SB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Load Capacity (lbs)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">3000<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">3500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Battery<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">48<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">72<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Max Travel Speed (mph)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">6.5<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">6.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Max Lift Speed (ft\/min)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">83<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Lower Lift Speed (ft\/min)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">98<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">118<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Hyster_Side_Loaders\">Hyster Side Loaders<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/v30-35zmu-Hyster-300x236.png\" alt=\"Hyster V30-35ZMU\" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/v30-35zmu-Hyster-300x236.png 300w, https:\/\/www.warehousemachines.com\/file\/2017\/06\/v30-35zmu-Hyster.png 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 296px;\" width=\"689\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Model<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">V30ZMU<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">V35ZMU<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Load Capacity (lbs)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">3000<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">3500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Battery<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">48<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">72<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Max Travel Speed (mph)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">6.5<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">6.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Max Lift Speed (ft\/min)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">83<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">79<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Lower Lift Speed (ft\/min)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">98<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">118<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span id=\"Sources\">Sources:<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>http:\/\/www.youtube.com<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.raymondcorp.com\/lift-trucks\/sideloaders<\/p>\n<p>http:\/\/www.hyster.com\/north-america\/en-us\/products\/overview\/very-narrow-aisle-models\/V30-35ZMU\/<\/p>\n<p>http:\/\/www.yale.com\/north-america\/en-us\/our-products\/product-overview\/very-narrow-aisle\/vna-man-up-turret-truck\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents1 What are Industrial Side Loader Forklifts?2 What are the Features of Side Loader Forklifts?3 Side Loader Forklift Manufacturers\u00a03.1 Raymond Side Loader Forklift3.2 Yale Side Loaders3.2.1 Very Narrow Aisle Forklift Turret Truck3.3 Hyster Side Loaders3.3.0.1 Sources: 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