Consider the following factors to choose the best order picker for your warehouse:
1. Warehouse Layout
The three main types of order pickers listed above are ideal for different layouts. Before choosing an order picker, examine
your warehouse shelves and evaluate where you store the majority of the products you need to pick and move frequently.
You can choose a low-level picker if most of your items are at the floor level or on low shelves, or you can choose a high
level picker if you use significant vertical shelf space. Standard order pickers are typically the best option if you store items
at various heights, but straddle load order pickers are ideal if your warehouse has narrow spaces.
2. Comfort
Comfort is another considerable factor when choosing an order picker. Different models offer various features to facilitate
comfortable operation. Operators can complete tasks comfortably when they have a spacious compartment with the
following features:Cushioned floor£¬Padded floor mat£¬Low step height£¬Unobstructed visibility£¬Multi-function control
handle£¬Adjustable control handle workers can rotate to achieve the most comfortable stance£¬Retractable side gates.
3. Stability and Control
You should choose an order picker that offers excellent stability and control. Stepless speed control, smooth speed
adjustment and height-sensing capabilities increase stability and productivity. Order pickers with Smart-Glide™
technology offer the greateststability, allowing operators to pick and transport items safely.
4. Efficiency
Choosing an efficient order picker is also essential. You can increase productivity by choosing an order picker built with
state-of-the-art technology. The most efficient order pickers have the following features:Wire guidance,Efficient pallet
clamps,Foot-operated pedal, Multi-turn steering Wire guidance systems keep order pickers on the right path so operators
can focus on order picking while the machine handles steering. Efficient pallet clamps center and grip pallets automatically
. Foot-operated pedals enable operators to release pallets quickly, and multi-turn steering increases an order picker¡¯s error
detection for greater control.
5. Application
You should also consider your application before choosing an order picker. Some items require special equipment due to their
size or shape. A furniture selector is an order picker that can handle furniture and other large, bulky, delicate or odd-shaped
loads. Consider investing in a furniture selector if the majority of your products are oversized or require special lifting.
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