Reach Forklifts
Space is normally at a premium in nearly all distribution facilities or warehouse environments. The less space needed for aisles in which to utilize equipment, the more space overall you would have for the storage of products and goods. Thus, specialized machine has been designed for operating in extremely narrow aisles to be able to maximize space and efficiency.
Reach Trucks
A reach forklift is a specific type of machinery that has a mast that extends away from the body of the forklift. It often is attached with a scissor mechanism. When the scissor is compacted or drawn in, the forklift becomes much narrower that the standard forklift.
Operator Position
Reach trucks are designed so the driver could stand while in operation of the machine. This is a contrast to the standard forklift where the operator is normally sitting. The standing operation area lessens the amount of room required for the compartment of the driver, allowing the equipment to achieve an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
Aisle-ways can be made as narrow as 7 feet with a reach truck. Most standard lift trucks require a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; hence, using a reach truck gives roughly a savings of 5 feet on every aisle. When the warehouse is leased by the square foot basis, this is a considerable amount of space.
Unique Controls
A reach truck is normally steered using a rotating lever which is situated on a platform beside the driver. There is a different lever utilized to control the mast and for extending the mast and also to control forward and reverse. These controls are somewhat different compared to regular forklift controls.
Load Capacity
The reach truck will normally have a load capacity less than regular forklifts. This is mainly due to the equipment's narrow design, that could cause a really high center of gravity. When the load is lifted and the mast is fully extended, this is actually true.