Manual vs. Electric Walkies
Walkies may be manually operated or fully automated.
Manual walkies require the forklift operator to physically guide and move the unit. These types of walkies work best in warehouses with smooth floors and little traffic.
For warehouses with uneven flooring, an electric walkie or electric pallet jack is advisable.
Compared to other types of forklifts, walkies are the easiest to move around due to their smaller sizes and lighter weight. The forklift operator usually walks behind the unit while it is running, hence the name “walkie.”