Order picker

An order picking truck is a specially developed forklift truck that is primarily used for compiling goods orders, i.e. order picking in warehouses. Unlike conventional forklifts, which are primarily used to transport heavy loads, order pickers are designed to be maneuverable even in narrow aisles and to increase ease of use. Typical features are:

Features and functions of order picking trucks and their advantages

• Compact design: Order pickers are among the advanced material handling vehicles that are designed to maneuver optimally even in narrow warehouse aisles. The narrow width and high maneuverability of order pickers offer clear advantages by allowing them to work efficiently even in densely populated warehouses and between tightly spaced storage racks.
• Ergonomic design: Compared to conventional forklift trucks, these materials handling vehicles offer an integrated work area. The operator can pick goods directly from the truck, often in an ergonomically designed cabin or on a work platform, and store them in storage racks. This minimizes walking distances, reduces physical strain and leads to further advantages in day-to-day work.
• Electric drive: Many models of these conveyor vehicles operate with an electric drive, which is not only environmentally friendly and quiet, but also enables precise control. Electric operation reduces emissions and is ideal for indoor use, especially in areas where sensitive storage racks are used.
• Height-adjustable mast and flexible lift systems: The mast of the order picking truck is usually height-adjustable, making it easy to access goods at different shelf heights and storage racks. Modern systems often also offer a tilting function to optimize the handling of pallets or containers - another advantage that expands the range of applications for these materials handling vehicles.

Order picking trucks - the advantages in warehouse logistics

The order picker truck increases efficiency in warehouse logistics by accelerating the order picking process and thus optimizing order processing thanks to its close proximity to the shelves and the reduction of unnecessary routes. The forklift truck also offers flexibility and versatility, as it can be used for transportation tasks in addition to pure order picking and can be seamlessly integrated into existing warehouse management systems.

Digitalization is playing an increasingly important role in modern logistics centers. Many order picking trucks are now equipped with computerized systems. Among other things, they provide

• Provide real-time data for inventory management
• Optimization of route planning within the warehouse
• Creation of seamless documentation of goods movements

This integration supports the transparency of warehouse processes as well as the analysis and optimization of workflows.