Order Pickers Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Type (Low-Level Order Picker, Medium-Level Order Picker, High-Level Order Picker), By Load Capacity (Up To 1 Tons, 1 Tons – 2 Tons, Above 2 Tons), By Application (Warehouses, Distribution Centers, Others), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2024 To 2029

The order pickers market is projected to show steady growth during the forecast period. Order pickers are advanced picker tools widely utilized in warehouses and distribution centers. These versatile machines are primarily used for retrieving and transporting items within a warehouse for order fulfillment purposes. Its lifting mechanisms can access goods shelved at various heights, allowing workers to gather products more efficiently for packaging and shipment. They are widely used in numerous sectors such as e-commerce, retail, and logistics. Increasing investment in warehouse establishment and multi-level lifting capabilities are major factors contributing to the order picker market growth.

Market Drivers

• Favorable investment in warehouse establishment propelling the order picker market growth.

Order pickers serve a crucial role in warehouse facilities, ensuring operational efficiency and accuracy. These specialized machines, designed to simplify the process of retrieving items from storage, allow workers to access inventory quickly and efficiently. Order pickers are equipped with navigational systems that can travel through narrow aisles and reach heights and locations that would be difficult for human operators. The booming e-commerce sector has led to an increased demand for efficient storage infrastructure which increased the investment in new establishment of warehouses. For instance, in May 2023, Peel Ports Group announced investment of £28 million in a new warehouse facility at the Port of Liverpool. The 400-meter facility would be used for handling and storage of cargo at the port. Such establishments are expected to drive the demand for order pickers.

• An increasing number of storage facilities is fueling the order picker market growth.

The order picker is widely used in numerous warehouses and distribution centers due to its advanced capabilities. Multiple businesses seek advanced machinery to optimize their supply chain operations. The proliferation of storage facilities, such as warehouses and distribution centers accelerated the utilization of order picker machines, which allow employees to efficiently retrieve products from high shelves or racks. For instance, according to the US Labour of Statistics data, in the 2nd quarter of 2023, there were 22,297 establishments of storage facilities, an increase of 585 units compared to the 3rd quarter of 2022.

• High-level lifting capabilities bolster the order picker market expansion.

Order pickers are equipped with powerful high-height lifting mechanisms that allow for the efficient retrieval of goods stored at various heights in warehouses and distribution centers. The ability to lift heavy loads to significant heights boosts productivity while also optimizing storage space utilization. This is anticipated to increase the demand for order pickers in various industries, such as e-commerce, retail, and logistics, where quick order fulfillment is essential.

Asia Pacific is projected to grow significantly.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to account for a considerable share of the order pickers market due to increasing investments in storage facility establishment in the major economies of the region. For instance, in December 2022, DHL Supply Chain announced an investment of EUR 10 million (NTD 320 million) to expand warehouses in northern Taiwan to meet the logistical demand of the semiconductor and life sciences and healthcare (LSHC) sectors. Additionally, in July 2023, Investcorp announced that it made an additional investment of INR 500 crore (approximately $60.8 million) in NDR Warehousing, one of India's biggest warehouse development and operating platforms.

Market Developments

• April 2023- Crown Equipment Corporation introduced its newly developed SP 1500 Series of high-level order pickers throughout Europe which include an ergonomically optimized operator compartment with unrivaled all-around visibility and a wide range of customizable controls, all designed to make order picking easier and safer. It offers travel speeds of up to 12 km/h, a lifting height of up to 11.2 meters, and lifting capacities of up to 1.25 tons.
• January 2022- Combilift announced the launch of Aisle Master-OP, a new aisle master order picker that combines the benefits of a narrow aisle articulated forklift and an order picker for versatile operation in warehousing applications. It features a lifting capacity of 1,500kg to 2,500kg, a lift height of up to 12.1m, and is capable of working in aisles as narrow as 1650mm.

Company Products

• ECE 225- Jungheinrich AG offers the ECE 225, a low-level order picker that combines the best picking performance with optimal energy efficiency and first-class driving comfort. It is equipped with sturdy construction and compact dimensions, allowing easy cornering with fast velocity, and an adjustable jet and PILOT multifunction steering wheel and easy-to-reach controls provide excellent riding comfort. It features a load capacity of 2500kg, a lifting height of 125mm, and a speed of 14 km per hour.
• Bobcat BOP15S-9 Electric Order Picker- The Bobcat BOP15S-9 is an electric order picker offered by Williams Machinery that is ideal for picking small items with great truck performance. Its operator compartment possesses better visibility, faster travel speeds, and a bright LED light. It features a load capacity of 3000 lbs, a lifting Speed (Loaded/Unloaded) of 45/67 ft/sec, and a maximum fork height of 360.0 in.
• ND-OP-M-02-2.7(II) Mobile Order Picker- Nido provides an ND-OP-M-02-2.7(II) mobile order picker that is ergonomically designed for material picking and movement. Its lightweight design allows for easy transportation by a single person and its maneuverable design makes it ideal for use in supermarkets and warehouses. It features a SWL capacity of 200kg, a working height of 4700mm, and a ground clearance of 40mm.

Segmentation

• By Type
  • Low-Level Order Picker
  • Medium-Level Order Picker
  • High-Level Order Picker
• By Load Capacity
  • Up to 1 Tons
  • 1 Tons – 2 Tons
  • Above 2 Tons
• By Application
  • Warehouses
  • Distribution Centers
  • Others
• By Geography
  • North America
    • United States
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Others
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Taiwan
    • Thailand
    • Indonesia
    • Others