1000kg Pedestrian Counterbalance Stacker

The 1000kg pedestrian counterbalance stacker from Hall-Fast is a battery-powered, walk-behind lifting machine built for businesses that need reliable daily stacking capability without the investment, space requirements, or complexity of a sit-on forklift truck. With a full one-tonne rated capacity and a counterbalanced chassis that eliminates the need for straddle legs, this stacker handles a wider range of loads and pallet types than conventional pedestrian stackers – making it a practical workhorse for warehouses, stockrooms, and production environments.

One-Tonne Capacity for Everyday Warehouse Tasks

A 1000kg rating puts this stacker firmly in the mid-range for pedestrian handling equipment. It comfortably covers the majority of palletised goods found in general warehousing: boxed stock, wrapped pallets, drums, small machinery components, and bulk retail inventory. The one-tonne threshold is significant because it aligns with the typical weight of a standard UK pallet load in many sectors, meaning this stacker can handle most everyday tasks without operators needing to worry about exceeding capacity. For businesses stepping up from lighter equipment such as the 900kg model, the additional 100kg provides a useful margin of safety for heavier or variable loads.

Counterbalanced Chassis – No Straddle Legs Required

The defining advantage of a counterbalance stacker over a conventional straddle-leg model is its ability to work with any pallet type. Standard straddle stackers rely on two wide legs that slide beneath the pallet for stability – which means they cannot pick up closed-bottom pallets, euro pallets oriented on the short side, stillages, or containers sitting flush on the floor. The counterbalance design uses an integrated counterweight built into the body of the stacker, keeping the fork area completely clear. This gives operators the freedom to approach loads from any direction and handle a far wider variety of containers and pallet formats.

Walk-Behind Operation for Tight Environments

As a pedestrian stacker, this machine is controlled from behind via an ergonomic tiller handle. The operator walks alongside the unit, steering, travelling, and lifting with fingertip controls. This format keeps the overall footprint compact and eliminates the need for a cab, seat, or operator overhead guard – making the stacker narrow enough to navigate tight aisles, doorways, goods lifts, and confined stockroom layouts where a sit-on forklift simply would not fit. For facilities where floor space is at a premium, pedestrian operation is not a compromise; it is a genuine advantage.

Battery Powered for Clean, Quiet Daily Use

The stacker runs on a rechargeable battery pack, delivering zero direct emissions and low operating noise. This makes it suitable for indoor environments where air quality and noise levels are controlled, including food storage facilities, pharmaceutical warehouses, retail stockrooms, and shared workspace areas. Electric power also translates into lower running costs than diesel or LPG equipment, with simple overnight or break-time charging keeping the stacker ready for shift after shift.

900kg vs 1000kg Counterbalance Stacker: Choosing the Right Model

Hall-Fast offers both a 900kg and a 1000kg pedestrian counterbalance stacker. The two models share the same counterbalanced, walk-behind design philosophy, but the 1000kg version provides a higher load rating that gives additional headroom for heavier or variable loads. If your typical pallet weights are consistently under 800kg and your operation is light-duty, the 900kg model offers a cost-effective entry point. If you regularly handle loads approaching or reaching one tonne, or need the reassurance of a higher rated capacity for mixed-weight stock, the 1000kg model is the better investment. Our team can help you assess which model fits your operation – call 01623 645645 for guidance.

Key Features

• 1,000kg (1 tonne) rated load capacity – handles full-weight standard pallet loads across most sectors
• Counterbalance design – no straddle legs, works with closed-bottom pallets, stillages, euro pallets, and containers
• Pedestrian operated – walk-behind tiller control for single-person use in space-restricted areas
• Electric battery powered – zero emissions, quiet running, rechargeable for daily shift operation
• Compact overall footprint – fits through standard doorways, goods lifts, and narrow aisle spaces
• Powered hydraulic mast – smooth, controlled lifting and lowering reduces operator fatigue
• Low ongoing maintenance – no engine, no fuel system, fewer serviceable components than a forklift
• Versatile indoor and sheltered outdoor use – suited to warehouses, stockrooms, workshops, and covered loading areas

Ideal Applications

• General warehousing – daily stacking, destacking, and repositioning of palletised goods up to one tonne
• Distribution and fulfilment centres – building pallets, loading trailers, and managing despatch areas
• Retail stockrooms and back-of-store operations – handling mixed-weight inventory in confined spaces
• Manufacturing and production support – moving raw materials, components, and finished goods between work areas
• Food and beverage storage – emission-free, quiet operation in hygiene-sensitive cold and ambient stores
• Print, packaging, and paper handling – managing heavy reels, carton stacks, and banded pallet loads
• Pharmaceutical and healthcare logistics – clean, controlled handling of sensitive or regulated stock
• Trade counters and builders’ merchants – quick pallet retrieval and customer order assembly

Specifications

Why Buy Your Pedestrian Stacker from Hall-Fast?

Hall-Fast has supplied handling and lifting equipment to UK businesses for over 55 years. We stock both the 900kg and 1000kg pedestrian counterbalance stackers alongside a full range of electric forklift trucks, powered stackers, and pallet trucks – so we can help you find exactly the right machine for your workload, space, and budget.

Whether you are replacing manual handling, upgrading from a lighter stacker, or looking for a cost-effective alternative to a full forklift, we provide honest, practical advice and free UK quotations with no obligation.

Call us: 01623 645645

Email: sales@hall-fast.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a 900kg and 1000kg pedestrian counterbalance stacker?

Both models share the same walk-behind, counterbalanced design with no straddle legs. The key difference is load capacity: the 1000kg model can handle loads up to one full tonne, providing additional headroom for heavier or variable-weight pallets. If your typical loads are consistently under 800kg, the 900kg model may be sufficient. If you regularly work near or at the one-tonne mark, the 1000kg model offers a safer, more appropriate rating.

Can a 1000kg pedestrian stacker handle closed-bottom pallets?

Yes. The counterbalance design means this stacker has no straddle legs extending forward, so it can approach and lift closed-bottom pallets, stillages, euro pallets on the short side, and containers sitting flat on the floor. This is a significant advantage over straddle-leg stackers, which can only work with open-bottomed pallet formats.

How does a pedestrian counterbalance stacker compare to an electric forklift?

A pedestrian counterbalance stacker is a walk-behind machine designed for lighter loads (typically up to 1,000–1,500kg) in compact environments. An electric forklift is a sit-on, ride-on vehicle with higher capacity, greater lift heights, faster travel speeds, and suitability for high-throughput operations. Pedestrian stackers cost significantly less to buy and operate, take up less space, and require less training – making them ideal for lower-volume, space-constrained applications where a full forklift would be excessive.

What training is required to operate a pedestrian counterbalance stacker in the UK?

All operators must receive adequate training and be assessed as competent before using a pedestrian stacker. This is required under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. While the training is less extensive than for a sit-on counterbalance forklift, it must cover safe operation, load handling, pre-use checks, and workplace hazards. Accredited training providers offer specific pedestrian stacker courses that satisfy these legal requirements.

Is the 1000kg counterbalance stacker suitable for use in cold stores?

Yes, the electric battery power and zero-emission operation make this stacker well suited to cold store and chilled warehouse environments. However, battery performance can be affected by sustained low temperatures, so it is worth discussing your specific operating conditions with Hall-Fast to ensure the battery specification is appropriate for your cold chain requirements.