Envision this: your warehouse floor is humming with activity, but your order pickers are trapped in a cycle of inefficiency. Team members trudge long miles through cramped aisles, are forced to climb ladders over and over, and struggle with bulky equipment that simply wasn't designed for today's high-density storage environments. Stock chasers deliver a targeted solution to these operational pain points, overhauling how your team moves through, selects, and carries materials in space-constrained facilities.

Exaclty What Is a Stock Chaser?

A stock chaser is a small, stand-up electric vehicle designed for order picking and material transport in tight warehouse aisles. Unlike traditional forklifts that demand a wide turning circle and substantial aisle space, these maneuverable machines navigate through spaces as tight as conventional doorways while delivering strong payload capabilities.

Tackling Your Operational Issues

Narrow Aisle Navigation Made Simple

Modern warehouses increasingly adopt narrow aisle designs to optimize storage density, with some operations featuring aisles as narrow as 8–10 feet. Stock chasers excel in these settings, allowing operators to work efficiently in tight quarters that hinder traditional material handling equipment.

Ergonomic Design Reduces Worker Fatigue

The upright operator platform reduces the physical strain involved in constant getting on and off with sit-down equipment. Optional ladders provide safe access to high shelving, eliminating the need for separate ladder fetching and setup. This integrated approach significantly cuts down on the time and effort required for above-shoulder picking tasks.

Enhanced Productivity Through Speed and Agility

With travel speeds up to eight miles per hour and excellent turning capability, stock chasers allow for faster order completion relative to manual travel or using cumbersome alternatives. The compact design allows operators to turn on a dime, reducing travel time between pick locations and allowing for more efficient route planning.

Real-World Applications and Benefits

Improved Order Picking Efficiency

Order picking represents the majority of typical warehouse labor hours and almost 55% of operating costs. Stock chasers target this challenge by supplying a platform that accompanies the picker, reducing the need for repeated trips. Spacious cargo decks offer space for numerous orders or large items while maintaining stability during transport.

Cost-Effective Alternative to Traditional Equipment

While reach trucks and very narrow aisle forklifts are necessary in high-lift tasks, stock chasers provide a budget-friendly approach for floor-level and low-level picking operations. Their lower acquisition cost, simple design, and minimal training needs make them an attractive option for operations looking for a quick productivity boost.

Integration with Modern Warehouse Operations

Stock chasers fit into existing warehouse management systems and can be integrated into various picking methodologies. Whether you use batch, wave, or zone picking, these vehicles adjust to allow streamlined processes. Their compact size allows multiple units to work together at once without the traffic congestion challenges typical of larger machines.

Making the Implementation Decision

When considering stock chasers for your warehouse, factor in your existing challenges with space, efficiency, and ergonomics. These vehicles particularly benefit facilities with lots of picking activity, multiple SKUs requiring frequent access, and tight spaces that rule out larger material handling equipment.

The Motrec stock chasers offered by Raymond West provide proven performance and reliability, with payload and towing ranges for almost any warehouse task. This range of options makes them ideal for various applications beyond basic order picking, including parts transport, service work, and light manufacturing applications.

Transform Your Warehouse Operations Today

Stock chasers represent more than just another piece of equipment, they're a smart investment in productivity, safety, and profitability.

Ready to explore how stock chasers can revolutionize your material handling operations? Contact Raymond West today to review your needs and find out how Motrec stock chasers can deliver measurable boosts in your operational efficiency.

Raymond West's Boise service center serves most of Idaho, including Boise, Nampa, Meridian, Idaho Falls, Caldwell, Pocatello, Twin Falls, Post Falls and surrounding areas.

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