Hyder Forklift

Choosing the Right Electric Pallet Stacker:

Reach vs. Traditional vs. Counterbalanced Stackers

For optimal warehouse efficiency, choosing the right stacker depends on pallet type, rack layout, aisle space, and lifting requirements. Let’s compare three types:

🔹 1. HYDER HTB Series – Electric Counterbalanced Stackers (HTB08B / HTB10B / HTB12B / HTB15B)

Key Advantage:
No support legs — perfect for closed pallets, enclosed containers, and environments where floor clearance or legroom matters.

✅ Best for:

• Closed-deck pallets and bottom-boarded pallets

• Pallets placed directly on the ground or shelves

• Operations without standardized racking

• Loading/unloading trucks, side-access areas

• Wider aisle warehouses or mixed operations

⚙️ Highlights:

• Load Capacity: 800 kg to 1500 kg

• Lifting Height Options: 1600 mm to 3500 mm

• Drive Type: Standing-on with ergonomic pedal

• Counterweight Design: No support legs needed—more pallet flexibility

• Fork Clearance: ≤60 mm – suitable for low-clearance pallets

• Right-Angle Stacking Aisle Width: ~3150–3300 mm

• Wheels: PU tires | Large Ø250×80 mm drive wheels

• Braking: Magnetic-electric for safety and control

• Motors:

  • Drive: AC 1.5 kW

  • Lift: DC 2.2 kW

• Battery Options:

  • 24V/120Ah to 24V/180Ah

• Suitable Models:

  • HTB08B: Compact/light duty

  • HTB15B: High capacity (1500 kg) with 3500 mm lift

🔹 2. Standing-On Reach Stacker

Key Advantage:
Reach mechanism extends forks forward into racking systems, ideal for tight aisles and double-deep storage.

✅ Best for:

• Closed pallets or mixed pallet types

• Double-deep racking systems

• Narrow-aisle warehousing

• Where support legs can't enter under pallets

⚙️ Highlights:

• Load Capacity: 2000 kg

• Lifting Height: 3000 mm (extendable to 3500 mm)

• Reach stroke for greater placement precision

• Standing-on operation with CURTIS controller and magnetic steering

• Fork flexibility: 550 / 680 mm adjustable fork width

• Aisle Width Requirement: 2500 mm

• Total Length (compact): 2100 mm

🔹 3. Traditional Standing-On Pallet Stacker (No Reach / No Counterweight)

Key Advantage:
Simple, cost-effective solution for open-bottom pallet handling in standard racking environments.

✅ Best for:

• Standard Euro or open-deck pallets

• Operations with wider aisles and low rack height

• Budget-conscious operations

• Floor-level stacking or short transport routes

⚙️ Highlights:

• Uses support legs, cannot handle closed pallets

• Smaller footprint and cost

• Ideal for entry-level warehouse operations

📊 Comparison Summary:

🧠 Final Thoughts:

• Choose the HYDER counterbalanced stacker for maximum pallet compatibility, especially if using non-standard pallets or operating in open floor environments.

• Go with the  reach stacker if your warehouse has tight racking aisles and needs high stacking precision.

• Opt for a traditional stacker for budget-friendly operations and standardized pallet handling.

📩 Need a personalized recommendation based on your pallet type or warehouse layout?
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