Reach Forklifts
In nearly all distribution facilities or warehouse environments, overall space is typically limited. If you could get a machinery to operate in smaller spaces and aisles, the more storage space a company would be able manage. For this reason, specialized machine has been designed for operating in extremely narrow aisles in order to maximize space and efficiency.
Reach Trucks
The specific reach forklift has a mast that extends away from the forklifts body. It normally is attached with a scissor mechanism. When the scissor is compacted or drawn in, the forklift becomes much narrower compared to the typical forklift.
Operator Position
Reach trucks are designed so the operator can stand while in operation of the equipment. This is a contrast to the typical forklift where the operator is normally sitting. The standing operation area reduces the amount of room required for the operator compartment, allowing the machinery to accomplish an even smaller profile overall.
Space Saving
With a reach truck, aisles can be made as narrow as 7 feet. Most regular forklifts need a minimum aisle space of about 11 feet; hence, utilizing a reach truck gives about a savings of 5 feet per 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 utilizing a rotating lever that is situated on a platform beside the driver. There is one more lever utilized to control the mast as well as for extending the mast and also to control forward and reverse. These controls are quite different compared to standard forklift controls.
Load Capacity
The reach truck will normally have a load capacity less than standard forklifts. This is mainly due to the narrow design of the equipment, that can cause a very high center of gravity. When the load is raised and the mast is extended fully, this is actually true.