Motorized Pallet Truck
The Walkie-Rider, Walkie or Rider is a Motorized Pallet Truck which is essentially a motorized version of a pallet jack. They are available in both "Walkie" models as well as "Rider" versions.
Just as the name implies, the walkie model is designed for the operator to walk along with the unit as they move cargo. The Rider model on the other hand, uses a small platform wherein the operator stands on. The rider models are ideal for frequent moving of loads over extended distances in manufacturing operations and warehouses. They are really fast and maneuverable.
It is vital to remember that there is no safety cage on this model and therefore, it is not recommended to move unstable or tall loads with these machines. A rider could be the right answer if you are looking for a cheap method for moving cargo from one location to another. If though, you must move heavy loads short distances, and prefer to use a more employee-friendly unit instead of a pallet jack, the walkie model might be the right option.
Order Selector
An Order Selector also goes by the name of Order picker. This machine is specifically made for manual handling of less-than-pallet-load quantities in racking. There are fixed forks attached to a platform in the Man-up design. This platform elevates both the operator and the load in an effort to facilitate manual loading and unloading from racking areas.
Usually, the order selector is a very narrow aisle vehicle which can operate in smaller aisles. They are very handy pieces of machinery during physical inventories as well as during cycle counting situations. Order selectors are available in lift heights up to 40 feet high, although models which range in the 20 to 30 foot range are a lot more common.