Selection Guide Of Four-Way Forklift For Profile Warehouse

Profile, pipe and long slab warehouses face unique handling challenges. These goods are extra long, and standard forklifts need wide aisles for turning. Racks have to be placed sparsely with low space utilization. Profiles and racks are easy to scratch and deform during turning. With its special travelling structure, full electric four-way forklift becomes the top choice for long material storage.

Four-way forklifts travel both longitudinally and laterally. It does not require sharp turns when carrying long loads. Goods move sideways along the aisle and greatly cut the required aisle width. More storage positions can be added in the warehouse where only a few racks could be placed before, lifting storage capacity.

It works smoothly for receiving, stacking and outbound transfer in warehouses storing aluminum profiles, steel pipes, plastic tubes and timber, solving the difficulty of turning long cargo. Here are key points for model selection.

Confirm the length and weight of materials: Profiles vary greatly in size, ranging from 3-4 meters up to 6 meters or longer. Match fork spread and mast width to balance long materials and prevent offset loading. Do not only refer to no-load rated capacity. Long materials have scattered center of gravity, and stability under loaded status is critical for safety. Avoid purchasing according to the theoretical load limit and reserve proper safety margin.

Evaluate warehouse aisle and floor conditions: Although four-way forklifts need narrower aisles, the ground cannot be potholed or soft. Uneven floors lead to shaking during side travel and raise the risk of long profiles falling off. Measure the passage space at warehouse gates and corners in advance, and reserve clearance for extra-long goods.

Select battery configuration according to turnover frequency: Lithium batteries are preferred for multi-shift continuous stocking with stable runtime and fast charging support. Lead-acid versions are more cost-effective for intermittent low-frequency work. Check mast lifting height as well. Profile warehouses often use high racks. The mast lifting range should match rack height and keep safe clearance between profiles and upper racks.

You also need to know its limitations. It fits regular long profiles rather than irregular oversize cargo. Compared with ordinary stackers, four-way electric forklift for long materials has a complex structure. Standard maintenance is required, including regular inspection of steering wheels and transmission parts. Feel free to contact us for quotation if you are interested.